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Rivergum Allied Therapies

Occupational Therapy, Positive Behaviour Support, Speech Pathology, Physio, Social Work & Continence Nursing

13/01/2026

Welcome back to 2026! We are thrilled to introduce two new members to the Rivergum Team. Welcome to Aislinn and Kim who bring a wealth of experience and expertise to our already amazing group of Behaviour Support Practitioners.

Aislinn is a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with 9 years of specialised experience supporting individuals with complex needs and dual diagnoses. She has a focus on creating positive change for vulnerable people through evidence-based behaviour support planning, restrictive practice reduction, and person-centred approaches that enable choice and maximise independence. With a Bachelor of Social Science and training in Positive Behaviour Support, trauma-informed care and forensic disability, she prioritises holistic, collaborative approaches that uphold dignity, human rights, and community engagement.

Kim is a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with over 20 years’ experience working alongside people with disabilities across the lifespan. Her work is grounded in respect, curiosity, and a strong belief that behaviour makes sense when the person and their environment are well understood.
She holds a Master of Social Work, a Bachelor of Arts (Sociology), a Graduate Diploma in Primary Education, and an Advanced Diploma of Disability Studies, along with training in Positive Behaviour Support, trauma-aware practice, and complex and challenging behaviour. Kimberley believes effective behaviour support should feel safe, collaborative, and genuinely supportive of quality of life.
Kimberley has extensive experience supporting people with intellectual disability, autism, complex communication needs, and co-occurring mental health challenges. She works closely with participants, families, and support teams to develop practical Behaviour Support Plans that reduce restrictive practices and uphold dignity, autonomy, and human rights. She is committed to culturally safe, inclusive practice that supports LGBTIQ+ communities, First Nations peoples, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

28/12/2025

A reminder our Rivergum Allied Therapies team is taking a well-earned break from Monday 29th December to Friday 2nd of January.
We look forward to seeing our wonderful clients again when we reopen on Monday 5th of January 2026!

23/12/2025

Season's Greetings from the Rivergum Allied Therapies Team.
As 2025 draws to a close, we want to say a genuine thank you to everyone who’s been part of the Rivergum community. To our clients, we appreciate the trust you place in us. To our providers and partners, your collaboration and commitment make our work possible.
We also recognise this time of year can feel different for everyone. Feelings can be joyful, challenging, reflective, or something in between. Whatever Christmas means to you, Rivergum Allied Therapies wishes everyone well and, as we head into a new year, we look forward to continuing to support our clients and our community.

Note: Our team is taking a well-earned break. We will be closed from 5pm on Wednesday 24th December and will reopen at 9am Monday 5th January 2026.

22/12/2025

Thank you to Rivergum's amazing Administration Team for all of their hard work for our practitioners and staff throughout the year! Rivergum wishes Lauren, Bethany, Katie and Macy (not in the office today) a well-earned break over the Christmas period!

10/12/2025

Celebrating Another Amazing Year at Rivergum!
Last week, our incredible team came together for our End of Year Dinner . It was a wonderful evening filled with great food, great conversation and gratitude for everything we’ve achieved together in 2025 both as a team and individual professional goals.
A huge thank you to all of our dedicated staff for their passion and commitment to supporting our clients throughout the year. Here’s to an even brighter 2026!

07/12/2025

Celebrating Inclusion Through Action! 🏀
As part of our end-of-year celebrations, the Rivergum Allied Therapies team had an afternoon out of the clinic and community visits and onto the court for a Wheelchair Basketball experience!
This wasn’t just about fun, though we had plenty of that! It was also about deepening our understanding of disability inclusion and appreciating the incredible abilities and resilience within adaptive sports.
Playing from a wheelchair gave us a new perspective on the challenges and strengths that come with navigating the world differently. It reminded us why inclusion matters and how much we can learn when we put ourselves in someone else’s wheels.
Here’s to continuing to grow, learn, and champion accessibility in everything we do.

02/12/2025

🌍 International Day of People with Disability🌍
Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and contributions of people with disability in our community. At Rivergum Allied Therapies, we believe in creating an inclusive community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
This year’s theme is about fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress. Our aim is to break down barriers and build a society that values diversity and accessibility.
Let’s work together to promote understanding, acceptance, and equal opportunities.

Join us in recognising this important day by:
✔ Learning more about disability inclusion
✔ Advocating for accessibility in your workplace and community
✔ Celebrating the achievements of people with disability

31/10/2025

It's been a pleasure having OT students Daniel and Michael with us over the past two weeks and the last day of their placement coincides with conclusion of celebrations of OT Week 2025.
Having students on placement brings energy, curiosity, and a passion for learning that uplifts our whole team. Their contributions remind us of the importance of mentoring the next generation of therapists and the value of shared knowledge in occupational therapy professional development.
It is always interesting to know what inspired our students on placement to enter the field of occupational therapy:

DANIEL: 1st-year OT student, Deakin University
With other family members working in healthcare, I chose a career change into occupational therapy because I wanted to pursue a more rewarding career path that makes a positive difference in people's lives. Achieving this by enabling people to regain independence with the activities that are most meaningful to them strongly resonates with my passion for promoting health and wellbeing. As a student, I have found myself particularly drawn to the field for it's breadth of opportunities to work with people across a variety of settings and life stages, making it a versatile and highly interesting career path.

MICHAEL: 1st Year OT Student, Australian Catholic University
While I have only been an OT Student for a year, I have enjoyed (almost) every moment of it. My journey so far has been filled with hard work and discipline, but ultimately great reward. I bear witness to the hard work of those within the profession, and the great impact they have. Though they are tasked with challenges and problems to solve, they persevere and strive to benefit the lives of those they work alongside. This is something that is observable throughout Rivergum Allied Therapies and the wider OT profession. These are all reasons I am pursuing the same path, to serve and impact the lives of those around me in a meaningful manner.

We wish both Daniel and Micheal great success with their future studies!

29/10/2025

OT Week 2025 continues! Yesterday we posed the question "What is an OT" and today we are asking some of our OT team what they love about being an Occupational Therapist!

We are very fortunate to have such a great team of Occupational Therapists at Rivergum Allied Therapies who share a deep passion for their profession and client centred care.

Occupational Therapy is an amazing career with a huge scope of variety so if you are thinking about joining the profession, are a graduate, early career or experienced OT wanting to join a supportive and nurturing team, give us a call. We'd love to have a chat!

28/10/2025

OT Week 2025 – Day 2: What Is Occupational Therapy?

Today we’re celebrating the heart of what we do ........ Occupational Therapy.
So, what exactly is occupational therapy you may ask? Our therapists often get asked this very question when they are out and about in the community. It's a great question!

Whether someone is recovering from injury, living with disability, managing age-related changes or navigating life transitions, Occupational Therapists are problem-solvers and enablers of independence.

Occupational Therapy (OT) helps people of all ages do the everyday activities that bring meaning, independence and quality to their lives - we call these occupations.

These might include:
• Getting dressed, showering or cooking a meal
• Driving or returning to work
• Using technology, mobility aids or home modifications
• Attending school, parenting, volunteering or community life
• Participating in hobbies or gardening

At Rivergum Allied Therapies, our Occupational Therapists work alongside clients, families and care teams to:
✔ Understand what matters most to the person
✔ Assess strengths, challenges and environments
✔ Provide therapy, assistive technology and home solutions
✔ Support people to live safely, confidently and with purpose

In simple terms, Occupational Therapy helps people live life to their fullest, their way.

26/10/2025

🎉 Happy World OT Day today and OT Week - celebrated from 27th October to 2nd November 2025! 🎉
This year we are celebrating "Occupational Therapy In Action", a tribute to the incredible work Occupational Therapists do every day to empower people to live their best lives.
At Rivergum Allied Therapies, our dedicated Occupational Therapists are passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve greater independence in their daily lives.
Whether it’s supporting children, adults, or older clients in our community in areas such as assistive technology, home modifications, functional capacity assessments or ongoing therapy, we’re proud to be part of a profession that truly makes a difference!
Join us in recognising the impact of Occupational Therapy and the amazingly dedicated people behind it!

13/10/2025

Today Rivergum Allied Therapies celebrates our Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech Pathologists and Social Workers (and all those that support them) on Allied Health Professions Day 2025!

Allied Health Professions Day is now an international event held annually on 14 October, celebrating and bringing together the Allied Health professional community. This year the main theme ‘Stronger together’, highlights the benefits of multidisciplinary team-based care.

Allied health professionals play a key role in the health and wellbeing of all Australians. It is vital that Allied Health professionals are recognised for their role in designing and implementing a comprehensive healthcare system, that truly wraps around those using our healthcare services.

Today (and everyday) we thank and celebrate our Allied Health team, and all those that support them, for the valuable contributions they make improving the lives of people in our Ballarat community!

https://www.ahpa.com.au/allied-health-professions-day

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Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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