Abilities Occupational Therapy Service

16/02/2026

13/02/2026

Did you know? OT isn’t just for injuries — it’s for everyday life!
At Abilities OT, we help people build skills, stay safe at home, and feel more confident doing the things they love.

🏡 Home safety
🧩 Daily living skills
🧘 Emotional regulation
🦽 Equipment & assistive tech
📝 NDIS reporting and support

Our team is local, caring, and passionate about helping people thrive in their own environment.
If you’ve been thinking about OT support for yourself or a family member, now is a great time to reach out. 💙
We’d love to chat! 1300 229 881

19/12/2025

Holiday Closure Notice 🎄

Abilities OT are now closed for the holiday period. We wish all our clients, families, friends, and the greater community a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year 🎁✨

Enjoy the holiday season, and we look forward to reconnecting in the new year 🌟

We will reopen on 5th January 2026 🎉

17/12/2025

Last week we hosted our staff Christmas party onsite 🎄
With our old jail cells as the backdrop, we turned the night into a murder mystery behind bars 🕵️‍♂️🔒
The evening was filled with a hosted murder mystery game, dinner, drinks, plenty of laughs, and some very competitive inmate games—even the Grinch made an appearance and tried to steal Christmas! 🎅💚
Safe to say no one wanted an early release—it was a night to remember with an incredible team!

02/12/2025

We recently had a wonderful visit from a group of local school children who stopped by the Abilities OT office to learn more about what we do! 🧡

Our director, Tim, gave them a behind-the-scenes look at occupational therapy—showing them the ropes, sharing a few laughs, and even giving some fun (and funny!) examples of the everyday challenges people may face as they get older. The giggles definitely filled the room!

What made the day extra special was hearing the children share their own stories and experiences. Their curiosity, kindness, and thoughtful questions reminded us why we love connecting with our community.

Thank you for visiting us—come back anytime! 🙌✨

30/10/2025

🔥 Happy OT Week! 🎉
Some of us from the team today celebrated with our very own in-house BBQ Burger Day 🍔🔥 — great food, great company, and a perfect way to recognize all the amazing work OTs do every day! 💪💛

Here’s to all the Occupational Therapists making a difference — Happy OT Day! 🙌

24/10/2025

Ahead of OT Week, we’re celebrating the heart of Abilities OT — our incredible team of Occupational Therapists! 💙
Your compassion, creativity, and dedication make such a difference in the lives of those we support every single day.

A huge thank you also to our amazing admin team — the behind-the-scenes heroes who keep everything running smoothly and support our OTs to do what they do best. 🙌

And of course, a special shout-out to our wonderful directors — the inspiring trio who lead with heart, keep it all together, and make Abilities OT such a special place to be. ✨

Here’s to our whole team — passionate, caring, and truly one of a kind! 💙

30/09/2025

🌟 Meet Bree – the newest face at Abilities OT!

Bree graduated from the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in 2022. She’s spent time working in remote Western Australia, where her passion for adult community care truly blossomed. Now, she’s back in the regions she grew up in, ready to make a difference close to home.

When she’s not working, you’ll find Bree camping, staying active, or getting creative at her sewing machine 🧵✨

Welcome to the team, Bree! 💙

06/05/2025

🌟 Introducing Megan – Occupational Therapist! 🌟

We're excited to welcome Megan to our team! Megan graduated in 2024 with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours) from the University of South Australia before joining us in February of this year.

During her studies, Megan gained hands-on experience in various settings, including hospital rehabilitation, community paediatric care, and a rural project connecting with the Port Lincoln community.

Having spent much of her childhood in the Limestone Coast area, Megan is thrilled to return and support local Adult individuals in maximizing their independence.

Outside of work, Megan enjoys spending time with her Kelpie, Bo!

Please join us in welcoming Megan to the team!🥳

29/04/2025

Meet Tahlia – Another one of our New Occupational Therapists!

We're excited to welcome Tahlia who recently completed her Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Occupational Therapy at Charles Darwin University in 2024.

Tahlia brings valuable experience from her clinical placements in adult and community-based services. She has a particular passion for supporting people living with chronic pain, mental health challenges, neurological conditions, and those undergoing orthopaedic rehabilitation.

Now living in the Limestone Coast, where she grew up, Tahlia is eager to give back to her local community by helping rural clients achieve their goals . Outside of work, she enjoys camping, playing netball, and spending quality time with family and friends.

We’re thrilled to have her on board!

16/04/2025

This week, we are pleased to introduce another locally based Barossa OT, Bri.

Bri earned her Bachelor of Health Science and Master of Occupational Therapy from Flinders University in 2018. During her studies, she gained clinical experience in acute care at Alice Springs Hospital and the assistive technology sector. Post-graduation, Bri developed expertise in paediatrics, focusing on individual function and clinical needs, while also specializing in comprehensive reporting and functional capacity assessments under the NDIS framework.

Earlier this year, Bri joined the Abilities team, further developing her skills in adult occupational therapy. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys four-wheel driving and riverside camping with her partner and their two whippets.

Welcome to the team Bri.

03/04/2025

Over the next few weeks we will be introducing some of our new OTs that have joined our amazing team recently.

This week, we're featuring Elise, a Barossa-based OT. We first met Elise three years ago when she joined us for a student work placement. She completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in 2022 and began her career in Paediatrics. This year, eager to explore a new direction in occupational therapy with adults, we were thrilled to welcome her to our team. Elise blends her passion for rural living with her work, helping people stay independent in their own homes and continue doing what they love.

Elise is already fully established as one of our awesome OT's and we are delighted to have another local Barossa girl on the team. Welcome Elise!