Can Support at Home pay for occupational therapy?
Yes. Occupational therapy may help with daily activities, safety, equipment and home modifications.
Key points
- Yes. Occupational therapy may help with daily activities, safety, equipment and home modifications.
- The service must match an approved assessed need.
- Availability, price and participant contribution can still vary.
Yes. Occupational therapy may help with daily activities, safety, equipment and home modifications.
An occupational therapist may assess your home and recommend practical changes or assistive technology.
Occupational therapy can assess daily tasks, home safety, equipment and modifications. It is particularly important for AT-HM because all home modifications require an occupational therapist prescription.
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01Guide sectionWhat should I do next?
Check whether this service type appears in the Notice of Decision and support plan.
Ask the provider how it will be delivered, how often and at what agreed price.
Request a Support Plan Review if the service is needed but is not currently approved.
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03Guide sectionCheck the official guidance
Check the official Support at Home service guidance. Aged care rules, funding amounts and program guidance can change, so check the current official information before making an important care or financial decision.
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