Waratah Occupational Therapy

28/10/2026

🎒✨ What’s in our OTs’ bags of tricks that we can’t live without?!

Every OT has their go-to therapy tools, favourite games and trusty resources that help run their caseload!

Swipe through to see some of our Waratah OT therapists’ must-have resources! 👀

28/10/2026

👶🏼🕵️‍♀️ Guess the OT by their childhood photo!

We’re taking a little trip down memory lane… 📸💛

Can you match each little face to the OT they’ve grown up to be? 👀 Some things change, but the personalities might just give them away! 😂

Drop your guesses in the comments below! 👇🏼

How many can you get right? 🎨🧸✨

26/10/2026

🌏💛 Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! 💛🌏

Today, we celebrate the incredible impact Occupational Therapists make in supporting people to participate in everyday life.

✨ So, what is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy (OT) supports people to participate in the everyday activities that are meaningful, important and necessary to them. These activities, often called occupations, can include everything from getting dressed, playing, learning and making friends to working, cooking and engaging in hobbies.

OTs work alongside individuals and families to build skills, develop independence, overcome challenges and find strategies or adaptations that make everyday life more accessible. 🌈

At Waratah OT, we love supporting our clients to work towards their goals, discover their strengths and participate in the things that matter most to them.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to be involved in the activities and experiences that bring meaning, connection and belonging to their lives. 💕

Here's to celebrating our profession, our clients and all the little things that make a big difference!

25/10/2026

🌸 Happy OT Week 2026! 🌸

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible impact Occupational Therapists make in the everyday lives of individuals and families. 💛

This year’s theme, Participation Matters, highlights something at the heart of what we do. That is supporting people to participate in the activities, routines and experiences that are meaningful to them.

At Waratah OT, we love helping our clients build skills, explore their interests, develop independence and find ways to engage in everyday life. Whether it’s a small step forward or a big milestone, every achievement matters! ✨

Here’s to celebrating our profession, our clients and the many ways occupational therapy helps people participate in life. 🌈

22/10/2026

🌸 Meet Ella - our newest Occupational Therapist at Waratah OT!

Ella has experience working with both paediatric and adult clients and is expanding her skills in assistive technology and home modifications. 🎨 She loves incorporating her passion for art into therapy, using activities such as painting, clay and embroidery to support function and help clients achieve their goals.

Outside of work, Ella enjoys adventures with her growing family and creating new paintings in her home studio. 💛

We’re so excited to welcome Ella to the Waratah OT team!

15/10/2026

Yesterday we had the pleasure of attending the CQU Occupational Therapy Graduate Conference 2026.

Kirralee presented to the cohort on behalf of Waratah OT as a Gold Sponsor of the conference, her words of wisdom were appreciated by all.

It was wonderful to see the time and effort the
students had put into their community projects. Congratulations on finishing your 4 years of study, we are excited to be working alongside you all next year 🎓⭐️

04/10/2026

👑 King’s Birthday Public Holiday Closure 👑

Waratah Occupational Therapy will be closed on Monday the 5th of October for the King’s Birthday public holiday.

We hope everyone enjoys a lovely long weekend! 💛

We will reopen as usual on Tuesday.

Thank you for your understanding, and enjoy the extra day to rest, recharge and spend time with loved ones! 🌿

— The Waratah OT Team 🌸

24/09/2026

We are proud to be a Gold Sponsor of the CQU Occupational Therapy Conference 2026.

We are looking forward to hearing the presentations of the 2026 OT graduates, and seeing the impact they have made in the community with their projects.

🌟 Gold Sponsor Spotlight 🌟

We are delighted to recognise Waratah Occupational Therapy as a Gold Sponsor of the CQU Occupational Therapy Conference 2026.

Thank you to the Waratah team for your generous support and commitment to occupational therapy in our community! 💛

Learn more: https://waratahot.com.au/

09/09/2026

💛 R U OK? DAY 💛

Today is a reminder that a simple question can make a big difference.

R U OK?
It’s more than just asking the question. It is about taking the time to genuinely listen, check in, and let someone know they’re not alone.

At Waratah Occupational Therapy, we know that wellbeing looks different for everyone. Creating supportive connections, listening without judgement, and making space for people to talk can all play an important role in supporting mental wellbeing. 🌻

So today, check in with a friend, family member, colleague or someone you haven’t spoken to in a while.

💛 Ask. Listen. Encourage action. Check in.

You never know how much that little question might mean.

R U OK?

06/09/2026

💙 Happy Father’s Day from Waratah Occupational Therapy! 💙

Today we celebrate all the amazing dads, stepdads, grandads, father figures and special men who support, encourage and cheer on the little people in their lives.

Thank you for the patience, the laughs, the adventures, the cuddles and for being there through all the big and little moments. 🥰

Wishing all the wonderful dads in our Waratah OT community a very Happy Father’s Day! 🌿💙