Occupational therapy provides essential support for children with intellectual and learning disabilities, helping them develop skills to thrive daily. At Lifetime Therapy in Ormeau, our compassionate and experienced therapists create personalized, engaging plans to address each child’s unique needs and challenges.
For children with intellectual and learning disabilities, OT focuses on building foundational skills like fine and gross motor coordination, sensory processing, and problem-solving abilities. By enhancing these areas, therapy enables children to perform everyday tasks such as dressing, eating, and writing more independently and confidently. Therapists also work on cognitive and social skills, helping children improve focus, memory, and peer interactions.
In addition to skill development, occupational therapy promotes self-esteem and emotional well-being by providing children with tools to overcome barriers and succeed in school, home, and play settings. Through collaboration with families and educators, our therapists ensure that progress continues outside of sessions, creating a supportive environment for growth.
OT helps by improving motor skills, cognitive abilities, and sensory processing, enabling children to perform daily tasks, participate in school activities, and build independence.
OT can address difficulties with fine and gross motor skills, self-care tasks (like dressing and eating), attention, problem-solving, and social interactions.
Children can start OT at any age, but early intervention is highly beneficial in helping them build foundational skills for long-term development.
Sessions are tailored to the child’s needs and include fun, engaging activities that develop motor skills, sensory processing, and cognitive abilities while fostering confidence.
Yes, OT can address challenges with writing, focus, organization, and classroom participation, helping children achieve greater success in academic settings.
OTs collaborate with families and educators, offering strategies and tools to support the child’s progress at home and in school environments.
The duration of therapy varies based on the child’s goals and progress. Therapists regularly assess and adjust the plan to meet evolving needs.
Yes, OT addresses sensory challenges, helping children process sensory input more effectively for improved focus, behavior, and participation.
Yes, children with intellectual and learning disabilities may qualify for NDIS-funded OT services if their condition impacts their daily functioning.
A referral is not always required, but it may be helpful for accessing funding or if recommended by a doctor, teacher, or other professional.
- GP Referrals (Chonic Disease Management Plans or Mental Health Care Plan)
- NDIS (3rd Parth or Self-Managed)
- Private Health
Please note that we do not offer bulk billing.
