LS Health Services

05/10/2026

One of the most common concerns we hear from parents during intake is about their child’s handwriting. But did you know that handwriting is actually the end result of many fine motor skills developing first?

From opening and closing little hands, to developing finger strength, dexterity, hand–eye coordination and the ability to control individual finger movements — these skills all work together to support pencil control and handwriting.

Swipe through to see some key fine motor skills to look for at different ages, along with simple activities you can try at home to help build these foundations. 💪🖐️

01/10/2026

Song of the Month: The Ants Go Marching! 🐜

Songs are a fun and simple way to build speech, language and communication skills through repetition, rhythm and familiar words.

29/09/2026

Our clinic will be closed on Monday, 5 October 2026

23/09/2026

⚽ Scott, our OT, is leading an inclusive All Abilities Football Program this October–November!

The program is designed for children and young people aged 6–21 of all abilities, including participants who may benefit from additional physical, emotional or social support.

📅 Saturdays, 8:00am
📆 10 October – 28 November 2026
📍 Whites Hill Reserve, 254 Boundary Road, Camp Hill

🌟 What to expect:
• Fun and inclusive football activities tailored to each participant
• A relaxed and supportive environment
• Opportunities to build confidence and social engagement
• Football skills developed at each participant’s own pace
• Each player paired with a buddy for additional guidance and support
• No previous football experience required!

👉 Click the link below for full program details and how to register:

All Abilities Program FAQ Who is the program for? Children and adults of all abilities, including those with physical, intellectual, or emotional challenges. Ages 6-21. When and where does it run? Every Saturday morning at 8:00am From 10th October – November 28th, 2026 Held at Whites Hill Reserve,...

21/09/2026

Consulting/Therapy Room Available
We have furnished rooms available for rent within our friendly, established multidisciplinary allied health clinic in Jimboomba.

The space could suit an independent allied health professional, counsellor, psychologist or other health and wellbeing professional looking to work locally.

What’s included:
• Furnished consulting room
• Reception and waiting area
• Shared facilities
• Established multidisciplinary clinic environment
• Flexible rental options – half-day, full-day or weekly

From $122 + GST per day
Half-day and weekly rates available on request.

If you’re interested, or know someone who might be a good fit, send us a message or contact the clinic to find out more.

15/09/2026

Parent–Teacher Interviews coming up? 💬 Swipe through for some helpful questions to ask.

Communication can look different across settings. Working together helps create consistent support for your child.

Save this post for your next parent–teacher interview and share it with another parent who might find it helpful. 📄 Want a copy of our Parent–Teacher Communication Checklist? Ask one of our clinicians for a handout.

06/09/2026

Happy Father's Day from the LSHS team!

01/09/2026

Song of the Month: Five Little Ducks 🦆💛

Nursery rhymes are so much more than catchy tunes—they're wonderful opportunities to support children's communication and learning through music!

Listen to it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q7Tk-H69__8

26/08/2026

🌟 Skill Spotlight: Visual Perception 👀🧠

Visual perception is our brain's ability to interpret and make sense of what our eyes see. It's much more than having good eyesight—it helps us recognise shapes, colours, patterns, movement, depth, and where objects are in relation to one another.

Looking for ways to build visual perception skills at home? Here are some additional resources:

Digital Visual Perception Games:
1) https://lazyeyetrain.com/en/games (Free and paid options)
2)https://lightgames.org/ (Free, sensory based visual tracking games)
3) https://www.cbc.ca/kids/games/all/connect-4 (Free, connect-4)

Printable Visual Perception Resources:
1) https://www.yourtherapysource.com/visual-perception-activities-free-printables/ (a multitude of printable sheets).
2) https://wunderkiddy.com/category/visual-perception (Both free and paid options)

Videos for Kids
1) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bcGqBgUl8TU&t=81s (All About Our Eyes for Kids | Sense of Sight Lesson for Preschool)
2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jwPpxSFQNvw (VISUAL MEMORY CHALLENGE for Kids | Are you up for it? | Increase Concentration Through Play 🧠)
3) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dl6ai2YRM1U (FLOWER POWER | Spring Visual Perception Matching Game for Kids | Brain Break)

Parent Info & Skill-Building Articles
1) https://childdevelopment.com.au/areas-of-concern/visual-perception/ (Information about visual perception, what difficulties may look like and more)
2) https://qbi.uq.edu.au/brain/cognition-and-behaviour/visual-perception (A more in-depth, scientific explanation of Visual Perception).
3) https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12396708/ (A published article on visual perception in neurodivergent people).
4) https://thediytherapist.com/visual-perception/ (26 Fun Visual Perception Activities And Exercises)

19/08/2026

Life skills are about so much more than learning to zip a jacket or make a snack—they're the building blocks for independence, confidence, and everyday success. 💛

The best part? You don't need to set aside extra time to teach them. Everyday routines are full of opportunities to learn.