As part of including assistive technology – equipment, modifications, computer technology in your NDIS plan, you will more than likely – if it costs over a certain amount – require the services of an Occupational Therapist (OT) to do an assessment of your needs. From this assessment, the occupational therapist will provide a report to accompany your plan, detailing the equipment or modifications needed and the funds required.

To find an occupational therapist – Occupational Therapy Australia has on online directory that you can search to find an OT by location and area of expertise or you can call their national office on 03 9415 2900.

SCIA has gathered together a list of providers who sell, hire, repair and provide advice for all your wheelchair, seating, continence, bathroom, and general mobility needs.

Looking to buy or sell secondhand equipment?

If you are looking for secondhand equipment (including vehicles) to purchase or if you have some equipment that you no longer need these sites are worthwhile a visit:

There is a lot to think about when you decide to automate your home. It can mean anything from installing an opener on your front door so that the door opens on the press of a button or voice command. Or you can talk to your house and tell it to turn lights on, music, operate blinds, fans – you can even make things happen before you get home so for example you could turn the air conditioning on with an app so that the house is lovely and warm when you arrive home.

If you using a computer device you might have limited hand function – now it’s possible to use voice to operate programs or you can apply “accessibility” features on your mobile device. There are lots of options and possibilities for you to get connected. If you don’t know where to start or need advice these organisations and services can help you understand what is available and what will be right for you.