Children’s Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy aims to help restore, enhance or adapt a child’s abilities and functioning at home, school and with everyday activities.

An Occupational Therapist can assess:

  • Development
  • Self-care skills
  • Play
  • Movement
  • Hand skills and handwriting
  • Sensory issues

What sort of help is offered?

Therapy may involve:

  • Individual therapy sessions
  • Group programs
  • Home or preschool/school programs
  • Contact with preschools or schools

Who is eligible?

Children from birth to school leaving age who reside within the local government areas of the Sutherland Shire and St. George.

You don't need a referral, contact the Intake Officer at:

St George services: 9113 2495

Sutherland services: 9522 1017

What is the cost?

This service is free.