Barwon Occupational Therapy in Geelong, Victoria | Mental health service

Barwon Occupational Therapy

Locality: Geelong, Victoria

Phone: +61 490 972 201

Address: 8/147 Marshalltown road 3220 Geelong, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.barwonoccupationaltherapy.com

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25.01.2022 Our therapists pride themselves on the therapeutic use of self during their client sessions.

24.01.2022 Welcome to the team! Rochelle Pauw Masters of Occupational Therapy Rochelle is an Occupational Therapist with experience providing rehabilitation to adult and older adult clients in hospital settings. She has experience in assessing and modifying tasks and the home environment, and the prescription of equipment.... Rochelle believes in the importance of participation in meaningful daily activities for all people and takes a person-centred approach to support clients as they work towards their goals. Rochelle has a commitment to evidence based practice and life long learning. She is developing her interest in working with a wider range of clients and has recently completed Occupational Therapy Australia courses in Supporting Clients with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Their Families and Principles of Assessment and Intervention with Children. https://www.barwonoccupationaltherapy.com/who-we-are See more

24.01.2022 The team here at #BarwonOT are here to work with you, your family, friends or community. As we all weather the storm of COVID-19 in our different sized boats. Please call Chris or Gwen in reception if you would like to chat about making an appointment.

23.01.2022 All of the team love to use the natural environment and fresh air to assist ourselves and our clients.

23.01.2022 It is important to be aware of potential restrictive practices and to review if the reason they were first implemented is still valid. The entire team at #BarwonOT works together with our participants, their families and carers to build independence whilst maintaining safety.

21.01.2022 Welcome to the team! Astrid Van Den Berg BA of Occupational Therapy Astrid is an Occupational Therapist with experience and additional qualification in wheelchairs, mobility seating, pressure care, sleep management and postural management.... Astrid has a philosophy on life to treat others as she would like to be treated.

20.01.2022 A PLAY SCHOOL COVID-19 SPECIAL To help explain whats happening at the moment, we present this special episode that will launch on Facebook. Watch Play School: Hello Friends! with your little ones here at 4pm Thursday AEDST.

20.01.2022 OTA remains concerned that the tools proposed, and quite possibly the workforce proposed, are unsuited to the task of measuring the functional impact of disabi...lity. In line with OTA’s proposed alternative model, an Independent Assessment should be followed by a proper functional assessment of the client by clinicians working strictly within their scope of practice. Read OTA’s full submission (5000 words) to the Joint Standing Committee on the NDIS: http://ow.ly/FoMq50Ch5Ux See more

20.01.2022 In this time of COVID19 uncertainty and stress it is even more important to make time and prioritize our self-care and relaxation. Some of the way that the team at #BarwonOT are looking after themselves are: * Mindfulness * Art and craft * Walks in nature... * Calls, emails & connecting with friends & family * Cooking * Gardening and more. See more

20.01.2022 This is wonderful news :)

18.01.2022 "Arguably the most empowering, creative, holistic and meaning-enhancing healthcare profession." #OccupationalTherapy adds life to days. theOThub.com/gallery

18.01.2022 Children need lots of unstructured #play time to benefit their developing #brains, and they tend to have a natural awareness of what they need to naturally grow... up healthy and strong. Every child develops in a particular pattern. For example, they have to be able to sit up by themselves before they can crawl and eventually walk. And this is part of why a child naturally progresses to loving swinging sensations when they are in the midst of developing coordinated motor movements. Their sensory system is ready to organise and interpret moving information, and swinging is a fun way to do that. The #proprioceptive system, located within muscles and joints, provides a child with a sense of body awareness and also detects force and pressure while they swing. Meanwhile, their developing #vestibular system, located in the inner ear, detects movement and gravitational pull. The timely development of these senses can help a child learn to calm down if they are easily overwhelmed by sensory stimulation, or can help bring alertness to a child who needs sensory stimulation to facilitate attention and learning. The balance that feels so natural to an adult is a complex process where large groups of muscles work together to maintain postural control. Its very easy to forget how much we all loved swinging when we were little, or to minimise it as frivolous play without serious and necessary developmental benefits. If your child loves to swing, try to make some extra time for them to explore this super-activity. You will be helping their little brain grow in harmony with their body, and they will love you for it. #neurochild #childdevelopment #letthemplay

17.01.2022 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2819524098130767&id=437119606371240

17.01.2022 OT Australias response to the bushfires.

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17.01.2022 These free books may be of assistance to a little or big person that you know.

16.01.2022 Welcome to the team! Tracey Rose BA of Science Cert IV of Education Support Cert of Remedial Massage... Trace has worked a number of years within the education, health and disability service sector. Tracey has a passion for well-being in people, the community and the environment. https://www.barwonoccupationaltherapy.com/who-we-are

16.01.2022 There are some great online activities to participate in from the comfort of your own home, whilst we stay healthy and slow the spread of COVID-19.

16.01.2022 Anna loves this visual & explanation of how different factors can quickly build up and overwhelm us.

13.01.2022 Barwon Occupational Therapy are looking to expand our wonderful team. We have one permanent full time or part time Grade 2 OT position available. https://barwonoccupationaltherapy.com/

13.01.2022 Our team love this explanation of what OT is. Nicole especially likes the line about smashing through wall to create a new door for our clients. :) #OTWeek

13.01.2022 Make your own cloud dough at home.

13.01.2022 Our thoughts are with our police colleagues and the loved ones of the four Victoria Police officers who lost their lives last night.

12.01.2022 Check-in & be kind

12.01.2022 Can I use my NDIS funding to buy things online that will keep me mentally stimulated while Im at home? For example, books and puzzles? You can only use your ND...IS funding for disability-related supports. The funding in your Core support budget is flexible, so you can use the funding in this budget to purchase the disability-related supports you need during this time. Special teams of NDIA staff are available to help make urgent changes to plans. Call us on 1800 800 110 if you need assistance. Below are some online resources to keep you mentally healthy, connected and entertained: Find tips to help manage stress and changes in your daily life https://bit.ly/2UVLFXX Join a Social-distancing Singalong during your lunch hour https://bit.ly/2VaTObh Set up a long-distance movie night with your friends or family with Netflix party https://bit.ly/3dSOP7i Explore 500 virtual tours of museums around the world https://bit.ly/2R3RlOf Catch Zoos Victorias animal live streams on their social media pages and website https://bit.ly/2UUJP9P Keep following us for more ideas and resources. [Image description: graphic that says Can I use my NDIS funding to buy things online that will keep me mentally stimulated while Im at home? For example, books and puzzles?

11.01.2022 Everyday is R U OK day at BarwonOT.

11.01.2022 Barwon OT will be running small art groups in 2020.

11.01.2022 Judt a little reminder to keep cutting the ear straps off all disposable masks.

11.01.2022 In case you missed it: Barwon Health North now has a dedicated mental health clinic, available to anyone in the community with or without a GP mental health treatment plan. Read more about it here: https://www.barwonhealth.org.au//headtohelp-mental-health-

11.01.2022 COVID-19 has created increased uncertainty and anxiety for many children. This is a great reminder of how important it is to refill our childrens emotional cups.

10.01.2022 From today, Victorian and New South Wales NDIS participants who rely on face-to-face supports and assistance with their daily living will be able to claim the c...ost of personal protective equipment (PPE), including masks. These changes apply where coronavirus (COVID-19) is active in your community, and the use of PPE is consistent with current health advice. NDIS participants in Victoria and NSW will be able to use an existing support item (Low Cost Disability-Related Health Consumables) to claim on the cost of PPE. Additionally participants living in their own home who test positive for COVID-19 and are required to self-isolate or quarantine will also now be able to claim for related cleaning costs. The ability to claim for the cost of PPE will be extended to Victorian and New South Wales providers allowing workers to continue delivering essential disability supports to NDIS participants. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3g8Xgfv

09.01.2022 This is one of the more powerful autism awareness graphics I have seen... #sensorystories #sensorysupport #sensorylife #sensoryavoider #sensoryavoiders #sensory...processingdisorder #spdawareness #sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport #sensoryprocessingdisorderawareness #autismacceptance #autismawareness #autismsupport #autismeducation #autism #autismspectrum #positiveparenting #momssupportingmoms #parentingtip #parentingtips #positiveparentingtips #positiveparentingstrategies See more

09.01.2022 HAVE THE TOUGH CONVERSATION WITH AN ELDERLY DRIVER Over the past 12 months there has been a rise in collisions involving elderly drivers, a total of 86 collisio...ns, which resulted in 12 serious injuries and 2 fatalities , The main causes being failing to give way and poor car control such as pressing the wrong pedal. As drivers get older, skills can diminish and the rise of being injured or killed in a collision can increase. Whilst discussions with family members over the decision of whether to drive a vehicle can be a sensitive issue, the safety of road users should be paramount. If family have concerns about elderly drivers, VicRoads or Police can be contacted and have the licence reviewed which maybe a case of a driver having a driving assessment to check their ability to drive a vehicle or the decision to hand in a licence maybe a safer option for all. A number of elderly drivers have been through this process and had further driving lessons to improve their skills and longevity on the road. Your never too old to learn new skills.

09.01.2022 Maintaining a daily routine is even more important in this crucial time of social distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19. Check in with family, friends, healthcare team, community and more using your phone, internet, social media and linkup services on a daily basis. The team at #BarwonOT are still working (with changed work practices e.g. many of us are working from home, and we are using telehealth options) to support our clients and eachother through this challenging time.

07.01.2022 They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them.... Lest We Forget See more

07.01.2022 Far wages for OTs providing services and therapy to DVA clients is required to maintain the viability of OT services for our veterans.

05.01.2022 Wonderful news for regional and remote clients

05.01.2022 Good for adults too...

05.01.2022 Happy 2020 #OTWeek

03.01.2022 Valya has just finished her wonderful virtual presentation at the 2020 Mental Health OT Forum. Valya's presentation was titled: The mindful occupational therapist: An occupation station of mindfulness skills training and experience.... Well done Valya!

03.01.2022 https://www.theguardian.com//occupational-therapist-gave-h

01.01.2022 Free, independent counselling is available for people with disability who have experienced violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation. This support can also help... people engage with the Disability Royal Commission. If you would like support or to find out more, call 1800 421 468 or visit: www.dss.gov.au/disability-royal-commission-support See more