Focus on Function

24/09/2025

Very sad to hear the passing of Sam 🥰

I’ve followed Sam for years! Maybe his number 1 fan 😜. Lined up to listen to his incredible story several times.

I’m very grateful for Sam’s support over the years! Support with helping young guys in the bush with new injuries, having a chat and a beer with a country boy in a wheelchair has had a huge impact on so many people.

I’ll always be inspired by Sam’s amazing outlook, goals achieved and determination to always do more! His ability to tell his story with a ever lasting impact 🧡

Sending a lot of love to Jenny and Sam’s family.

Sam has left an incredible legacy for the communities we serve and we are forever grateful x

A "true blue" farmer, pilot, and pioneer for accessibility in agriculture has been honoured after his sudden death.

24/09/2025

✨ Proud to be in God’s Country ✨

Honoured to win Excellence in Small Business at the New England North West Regional Awards last week. 💙

Grateful for our amazing team, family, mates, business coaches & fellow business owners – and proud to serve our beautiful regional communities every day. 🌾

21/09/2025

When people think about recovery after a severe injury, the focus is often on mobility, independence or pain management.

But there’s another area that can be just as life-changing — bladder and bowel care.

For many people living with spinal cord injuries or other severe conditions, continence issues can affect every part of life:
.. Confidence to leave the house
.. Getting back to work
.. Relationships and mental health
.. Risk of complications and hospital stays

At Focus on Function, our nursing team knows this isn’t just a clinical issue — it’s about quality of life. With the right support, people can reduce complications, gain independence and feel more confident in everyday life.

We’ve written a blog to shine a light on this important but often hidden part of recovery:
👉 https://www.focusonfunction.com.au/the-crucial-role-of-bladder-and-bowel-care-in-severe-injury-management/

It’s time to start the conversation. 💙

This is what good case management looks like. It’s not just ticking boxes. It’s understanding the human impact of a clinical recommendation.

20/09/2025

20/09/2025

✨ New England North West – Excellence in Small Business WINNER 2025! ✨

We’re so excited to have our team’s hard work recognised with this award!

Incredibly grateful to share our vision of delivering quality health care in regional communities with the wider business community.

A huge thank you to our awesome team, our families that support us, and the communities we are proud to serve. 💙

⭐️ Winners! Excellence in Small Business ⭐️

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Congratulations!

20/09/2025

Trialing the Roark Travel Commode

Our team recently had the chance to trial the Roark travel commode – and it’s seriously impressive! Not only does it provide the support and functionality you need, but it also folds neatly into a manageable bag, making it easy to take on trips or store at home. 🚙♿️

It’s innovations like this that make a big difference for independence, convenience, and confidence – whether it’s for everyday use or enjoying life on the go.

Our OTs love exploring solutions like this to help participants live more freely and comfortably, no matter where they are. 💙

19/09/2025

Join our growing Focus on Function team and make a real difference in our regional communities.

✨ What’s on offer:

True flexibility – manage your own diary

Strong admin + system support

Above award wages (no ceiling on earnings!)

Company car, phone + laptop for work use

Ongoing professional development + team culture days

📍 Based in Gunnedah, Tamworth or Armidale | Full time or part time

We’re looking for an OT with 5+ years’ experience who’s passionate about delivering quality services and being part of a supportive team.

Find out more:
* Check out our website - https://www.focusonfunction.com.au/join-our-team/
* Call for Lou for a obligation / confidential chat - 0418 472 085
* Email Lou - louise@focusonfunction.com.au

18/09/2025

🌊 Lake Inverell Adventures 🌊

Our Tamworth OT, Alina, recently travelled to the beautiful Lake Inverell to conduct an off-road wheelchair trial for a participant. 🚙♿️

This location provided the perfect environment to test the chair across different terrains – from paths to lakeside tracks – helping the participant experience greater freedom and independence closer to home. 🌳✨

It’s wonderful to see how specialised equipment can open up new possibilities, even in rural areas, and our team loves being able to support participants in accessing these opportunities. 💙

17/09/2025

It’s an honour to support such a great cause in our community!

PRAMS shares our values of quality healthcare in regional communities!

Many of our team members have had babies locally so it’s very close to our hearts 🥰

💛 GOLD SPONSOR Spotlight – Focus on Function

We are so pleased to welcome Focus on Function as a Gold Sponsor for this year’s PRAMS Charity Golf Day!

Founded by Louise Whitton, Focus on Function was created to meet the growing need for quality allied health and nursing services in our region. Today, Louise and her wonderful team provide support through Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Dietitian, Nursing, and Case Management services.

At the heart of Focus on Function is a simple but powerful commitment: putting people first. Their dedication to helping local families live healthier, more supported lives makes them such a natural fit for PRAMS and the work we do in our community.

17/09/2025

🌦️ From Sunshine to Rain 🌦️

Changeover from sunny days to rainy ones… captured perfectly by our OT Alina while out on outreach. 🌾🚙 With rain clouds rolling in over the blue sky, a bright canola crop in the distance, and a dirt road ahead, it’s a reminder of the beauty we get to experience while supporting participants across our amazing countryside.

We love that Alina takes a moment to pause, enjoy the scenery, and share these stunning images with us all. 💛

16/09/2025

🚙💧 On the Road to a Trial 💧🚙

Sometimes getting to a trial means taking the road less travelled! After some much-needed rain a couple of weeks ago, our OT followed the Aidacare team through water running across the road to make sure the trial went ahead.

That’s dedication – from both our Occupational Therapist and our supplier – to ensuring clients in our region can access the equipment and support they need. 🙌

16/09/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring – Accredited Practising Dietitian 🌟

Focus on Function is looking for a passionate Dietitian to join our growing allied health team!
📍 Based in Gunnedah or Tamworth
⏰ Up to 2 days per week available (with flexibility)

What we offer:

Above award wages

Career pathways & growth opportunities (including rewards program)

Company car available for outreach

Real flexibility – we support your work–life balance

A friendly, supportive, and systems-driven team

Wellness pathway + additional week of leave each year

About us:
We’re a locally owned, family-run allied health and nursing service, passionate about supporting people of all abilities to enjoy everyday life.

If you’re an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) who wants to make a difference in our regional communities, we’d love to hear from you!

👉 Apply now via our Join Our Team page: https://www.focusonfunction.com.au/join-our-team/
Or reach out to Lou 0418 472 085 / louise@focusonfunction.com.au