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Momentum OT

Highly experienced clinicians providing services across CTP compensation, NDIS and Aged Care sectors.

Momentum Rehab is privately owned & staffed by a team of highly experienced Occupational Therapists, providing services across the CTP compensation sector, NDIS, icare and Aged Care supported by rigorous quality assurance procedures.

26/10/2026

Getting dressed without help. Making the tea just how you like it. Sitting down at the table for Sunday lunch with everyone else.

They might seem like small moments, but they’re everything to the person living them.

It’s World OT Day and this year’s theme is Participation Matters, and it's exactly why we do what we do.

At Momentum OT, participation isn't a checkbox on a report. It's the goal behind every assessment, every home visit, every piece of equipment we recommend. It's helping someone get back into the garden, back to preparing their own meals, back into showering themselves.

Our team of OTs work across NSW to remove the barriers, physical, cognitive, environmental, that get in the way of people doing the things that matter to them. Because independence means nothing if you can't actually take part in your own life.

To our incredible clinicians: thank you for making participation possible, one client at a time.

And to our referral partners: thank you for trusting us with the people you support. We don't take that lightly.

Happy World OT Day.

Lisa and the Momentum OT Team

20/10/2026

Behind every success story is an OT who quietly makes it happen.

In the lead up to World Occupational Therapy day we want to celebrate our incredible team, the humans behind the action.
They’re the ones finding new ways to support independence, adapting homes, building confidence, and empowering people to live life their way.

Every single member of the Momentum OT team brings something unique - clinical skill, creativity, empathy, and the courage to keep learning and leading.

Thank you for being the change-makers you are.
You all embody this year's theme of "participation matters" because you don't just "show up" you show up with a real level of care and kindness for our participants and patients.

14/10/2026

Momentum OT has worked alongside support coordinators for the last 8 years, on the cases that need structure and clear direction.

The referrals landing on your desk are rarely simple anymore. Complex needs, conflicting information, evidence that has to hold up under NDIA scrutiny, tight timeframes for plan reviews.

Knowing when an OT assessment will actually move a case forward, and what a strong referral looks like, is the difference between progress and rework. That's why we've created this guide to help you understand when an OT assessment might be the right move.

Download your copy now: https://mailchi.mp/momentumot.com.au/ndis-support-guide

06/10/2026

When families or a care co-ordinator contacts an occupational therapist, they're often asking about an assessment, a report, equipment or a home modification.

But that's rarely what they're really looking for.

They're looking for confidence that “Margaret” can continue making her morning cup of tea.
That “John” can safely shower in his own bathroom.

That their parents/ clients can welcome family, tend the garden, or simply enjoy the comfort and familiarity of the home they've built their lives in.

At Momentum OT, we understand that our role extends well beyond writing reports or recommending equipment.

Every assessment, every home modification and every piece of assistive technology has a single purpose-to help older Australians continue living safely, confidently and independently in the homes they love.

Our recommendations are grounded in evidence-based practice and tailored to each person's goals, abilities and environment. We focus on practical solutions that support everyday life, preserve independence and help people remain connected to the routines and places that matter most.

Because OT isn’t just an investment in an assessment.

It’s an investment in more good years at home.

And that's an outcome we believe in striving for every day.

Are you unsure if it's time to refer your loved one to an OT? Have a read of our guide 'When to Consider an OT Assessment' here: https://mailchi.mp/momentumot.com.au/aged-care-guide

28/09/2026

After more than 22 years of practice, one principle continues to guide our work:

We don't ask, "What does everyone want?"

We ask, "What does this participant need, and what does the evidence tell us is the best way to achieve it?"

At Momentum OT, we are committed to recommendations that are clinically justified, independently formed, and focused on meaningful outcomes. Because participants deserve more than agreement - they deserve professional advice they can trust.

If you have a question, want to make a referral, or simply want to chat about how our Occupational Therapy services can help, get in touch by replying to this email or visit our website: https://momentumot.com.au/contact/

23/09/2026

There's a particular kind of magic when a kid who's dreaded every appointment finally relaxes and opens up with Fernanda, which is just one of the many reasons we love having her on the team.

She's a compassionate and creative Occupational Therapist supporting children and adults across NDIS and community settings, with genuine depth in Functional Capacity Assessments, SIL and SDA reports, home modifications, assistive technology and sensory supports.

She also brings strong experience in autism, ADHD and sensory processing, always with an eye on what will genuinely build someone's confidence and independence.

As with all our OTs the impressive on paper resume is just half of why Momentum OT has such a strong reputation. Fernanda pairs evidence based practice with a strengths focused, playful approach, so the plan fits the person and their goals, not just the diagnosis.

That combination, real expertise paired with genuine care, is exactly what we look for at Momentum, and exactly what Fernanda brings to every assessment she takes on. She's also bilingual in English and Spanish, so even more families feel understood.

She's part of a genuinely talented and passionate group of OTs across Sydney and regional NSW. Fernanda, we love having you on the team.

If you've got an NDIS or aged care matter on your desk and want to talk through whether Fernanda or one of our other amazing OTs is the right fit, get in touch.

Or if you want to join our team, we're always on the hunt for experienced and passionate OTs.

14/09/2026

Are you an experienced NDIS Occupational Therapist Feeling a little… underwhelmed where you are?
What if we said we could offer you more...
More clinical depth.
More professional respect.
More flexibility.
More support - not just lip service.

At Momentum OT, we do things differently.

We’re a fully remote team of experienced clinicians who care deeply about quality. That means:
✔️ Report checking that actually avoids rewrites
✔️ Mentoring and support when you need it
✔️ Support for complex cases
✔️ Shared team values that guide how we practice, not just sit on a website

We work across complex home mods, assistive tech, SIL, SDA, aged care, paediatrics, and we do it with professionalism, clarity and genuine collaboration.

If you’ve got 5+ years under your belt and you’re craving:

•Flexibility without isolation
• Autonomy without chaos
• High standards without micromanagement
• A team that actually backs you

We’d love to hear from you.

Momentum OT has been leading remotely for over 22 years. This isn’t new for us. It’s who we are.

Curious? Reach out for a confidential chat.

Because the right environment changes everything.

Check out the ad on seek here: https://au.seek.com/job/94025117?ref=cm-ui

08/09/2026

Deciding when a participant needs an OT assessment isn't always straightforward, especially when the picture is mixed or the information you've got feels out of date.

A few situations worth flagging for yourself: functional capacity that seems to be shifting without a clear reason, a plan review or AT request coming up where you'll need solid evidence behind it, or supports that don't seem to be landing the way they should.

Cognitive, behavioural or psychosocial factors affecting day-to-day function are easy to underestimate too, particularly when they're not the primary diagnosis.

The clearer you can be in a referral about what's changed, the impact on daily activities, and the participant's own goals, the more useful the resulting assessment will be, both for planning and for any funding conversation that follows.

If you're sitting on a case where something isn't quite adding up, that uncertainty is usually the clearest sign an assessment would help.

For more tips like this, download our free guide 'The NDIS Support Coordinator Guide to OT Assessments'

https://mailchi.mp/momentumot.com.au/ndis-support-guide

02/09/2026

We believe when your work complements your life (not competes with it), you show up better, for your clients, your family, and yourself.

We’ve built a team around that belief for more than 22 years. A group of experienced OTs who love what they do, but also love that they can do it flexibly, from home, and still make it to school pick-up, sports day or a midday walk.

If you’re an Occupational Therapist with experience in NDIS, and you’re looking for a supportive, remote team where flexibility is more than a buzzword, we’d love to hear from you.

Check out the role on Seek, or send us a message directly to chat about this opportunity: https://au.seek.com/job/94025117?ref=cm-ui

We believe balance builds better care.

25/08/2026

It's not always obvious when it's time to bring in an occupational therapist with your elderly loved one, and often the signs build up gradually rather than arriving all at once.

Someone taking longer in the shower, avoiding the stairs, or quietly giving up on tasks they used to manage themselves are all worth paying attention to, as are one or two falls that get brushed off as "just a stumble."

The same goes for carers.

If assistance is creeping from occasional to constant, or manual handling is starting to feel risky, that's a signal too, not a failure on anyone's part.

An OT assessment at this point isn't about waiting for a crisis, it's about understanding what's changed, what's driving it, and what practical options exist, whether that's equipment, a home modification, or a different approach to a daily task.

Earlier input generally means more options, not fewer.

If something feels different lately for someone you're supporting or caring for, it's worth trusting that instinct.

For more tips like this, download our free guide 'When to consider an OT assessment for your elderly loved one'

https://mailchi.mp/momentumot.com.au/aged-care-guide

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