NDIS Occupational Therapy
Melbourne
Mobile occupational therapy for all ages and plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants, with referrals accepted from anywhere in Melbourne.
NDIS Occupational Therapy in Melbourne
Flourish Health provides in-home occupational therapy for NDIS participants across Melbourne. We are an NDIS-aligned provider, meaning we work with plan-managed and self-managed participants who have the flexibility to choose their own providers.
Every NDIS occupational therapist on our team comes to you. Whether you need daily living support, home safety recommendations, an assistive technology assessment, or a functional capacity assessment, we deliver OT in your home and community so the support reflects how you actually live. We accept referrals across all ages.
- AHPRA-registered NDIS occupational therapists with NDIS Worker Screening
- NDIS-aligned service model
- Mobile, with referrals accepted from anywhere in Melbourne
- No GP referral needed
- First appointments typically within 1–2 weeks, subject to fit and capacity
NDIS Occupational Therapy Services
Occupational Therapy
Daily living support, skill-building, mental health OT, home safety assessments, and assistive technology recommendations.
Learn more about Occupational TherapyFunctional Capacity Assessments
Comprehensive in-home assessments for NDIS access requests, plan reviews, SIL/SDA applications, and equipment funding.
Learn more about Functional Capacity AssessmentsSIL Assessments
Occupational therapy evidence about daily and overnight support needs for a Supported Independent Living request.
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Occupational therapy evidence connecting functional needs, housing barriers, and Specialist Disability Accommodation design needs.
Learn more about SDA AssessmentsAssistive Technology Assessments
OT assessment, option comparison, trials where appropriate and available, and recommendations for technology used in everyday life.
Learn more about Assistive Technology AssessmentsOT in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs
A local mobile pathway for all ages across eastern and outer-eastern Melbourne, with Melbourne-wide referrals retained.
Learn more about OT in Melbourne’s Eastern SuburbsTelehealth OT
Secure video sessions may be available Australia-wide for clinically suitable therapy, planning, and follow-up.
Learn more about Telehealth OTNDIS Funding and How It Works
Understanding NDIS plan management types
How your NDIS plan is managed determines which providers you can access. There are three management types:
Self-managed
You manage your own funds and pay providers directly. You can generally choose registered or unregistered providers, including Flourish Health.
Plan-managed
A plan manager handles invoicing and claims on your behalf. You can generally choose registered or unregistered providers, including Flourish Health.
NDIA-managed
The NDIA manages your funds directly and pays registered providers only. Flourish Health works exclusively with plan-managed and self-managed participants.
Not sure how your plan is managed? Check your NDIS plan document or ask your support coordinator. If your funding is currently NDIA-managed and you want to access Flourish Health, you can ask the NDIA to change how your plan is managed. The NDIA will update your plan only if it agrees.
What the NDIS funds for therapy
Occupational therapy is typically funded under Capacity Building supports in your NDIS plan. The specific budget lines include:
- Improved Daily Living (CB Daily Activity) - the most common funding line for occupational therapy, covering assessments, therapy sessions, report writing, and equipment recommendations
- Improved Relationships - for therapy focused on social participation, routines, and relationship-building goals
- Improved Health and Wellbeing - for therapy related to physical health, mental health, and exercise
- Core - Assistance with Daily Life - in some cases, core funding can be used for therapy that supports daily living tasks
Your support coordinator or plan manager can confirm which budget line applies to your goals. If you are unsure, contact us and we can help you identify the right funding category.
What our unregistered status means
Flourish Health is NDIS-aligned and unregistered. Provider registration is separate from an individual occupational therapist’s AHPRA registration. For a participant, the practical boundaries are:
- Flourish works with plan-managed and self-managed participants, not NDIA-managed participants
- Some supports must use a registered provider regardless of how a plan is managed, so the requested service must be checked
- Every Flourish occupational therapist holds AHPRA registration; provider registration and practitioner registration are different things
- Clear agreements - we confirm the services, responsibilities, and cancellation terms before therapy begins
- Funding and clinical suitability are confirmed before work starts rather than assumed from the plan management type alone
Service agreements
Before therapy begins, we confirm the services to be provided, funding pathway, scheduling arrangements, cancellation terms, and responsibilities of each party.
If you have questions about how your NDIS funding works, we can help you understand which budget category may apply and what information your plan manager or support coordinator may need.
Getting started with NDIS occupational therapy
Accessing occupational therapy through the NDIS does not need to be complicated. Here is what you need to get started with Flourish Health:
- An active NDIS plan with Capacity Building funding (Improved Daily Living or similar)
- Plan-managed or self-managed plan management
- Your plan manager's details (if plan-managed) so we can send invoices directly
- No GP referral is needed - you, a family member, or your support coordinator can contact us directly
Who can access Flourish Health?
We accept plan-managed and self-managed NDIS participants, as well as private and other funded clients.
Self-Managed NDIS
You manage your own NDIS funds and choose your providers directly.
- Pay Flourish Health directly from your plan
- Claim from the NDIS portal after each session
- Can generally choose registered or unregistered providers
Plan-Managed NDIS
A plan manager handles your invoicing and claims on your behalf.
- Your plan manager handles invoices and claims
- We work directly with plan managers
- Can generally access registered and unregistered providers
Private Pay
No NDIS plan? Self-fund your therapy with no external funding or referral required.
TAC / WorkSafe
We accept Transport Accident Commission and WorkSafe Victoria funding.
Your NDIS journey with Flourish Health
From your first contact to ongoing therapy, here's how it works.
Step 1
Get in Touch
Call us, submit a referral, or have your support coordinator reach out.
Step 2
Therapist Match
We match you with a therapist based on your goals, location, and availability.
Step 3
Initial Assessment
Your therapist visits you at home to understand your needs and set goals together.
Step 4
Therapy Plan
We create a plan aligned with your NDIS goals, budget, and daily priorities.
Step 5
Ongoing Support
Regular sessions at home or via telehealth. We adjust as you progress toward your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flourish Health's NDIS registration status?
What is the difference between plan-managed, self-managed, and NDIA-managed?
Plan-managed: A plan manager handles your invoices and claims. You can generally choose registered or unregistered providers, including Flourish Health.
NDIA-managed: The NDIA manages your funding and pays providers directly. NDIA-managed participants can only use registered providers. Some supports must use registered providers under every management type. Flourish Health works exclusively with plan-managed and self-managed participants.
How does NDIS funding work for occupational therapy?
What NDIS budget categories cover occupational therapy?
Do I need a referral to access NDIS occupational therapy?
Can I switch to Flourish Health from another provider?
What areas do you cover?
How do I get started?
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