Focus on Function

Focus on Function Collaborative and participant centered Occupational Therapy, Dietitian, Nursing, Physiotherapy and Case Management services

At Focus On Function, we provide high quality and participant centered Occupational Therapy, Dietitian and Case Management services to adults with a wide range of disabilities and medical conditions. We have sites in Armidale, Tamworth and Gunnedah. We generally assess participants in their own home to focus on how their environment could be altered to enhance participation. We aim to work alongside the participant, with the participant driving the direction of the services. We provide these services under the following funding bodies:
- iCare lifetime care and workers care
- NDIS (plan or self managed)
- Compulosry Third Party
- Workers Compensation

We are looking for our next awesome team member. Occupational Therapist and icare approved Case Manager. These positons can be based in Armidale, Tamworth or Gunnedah! When you join the Focus On Function team, you are joining a group of focused, experienced and motivated individuals, driven to provide the best outcomes for our participants, their families and the communities we live in... check out our careers with us page or give us a call.... https://www.focusonfunction.com.au/careers-with-us

03/04/2026

Sometimes the smallest equipment changes create the biggest outcomes.

A well-matched cushion can improve:

comfort
posture
pressure care
pain management
time tolerated sitting
confidence getting out into the community

For many people, this directly changes how they work, socialise and manage daily life.

This is why detailed equipment reviews matter so much.

The right cushion is never just about comfort — it is about health, participation and quality of life.

Happy Easter from the team at Focus on FunctionWe hope you enjoy some well-earned time with friends and family over the ...
02/04/2026

Happy Easter from the team at Focus on Function

We hope you enjoy some well-earned time with friends and family over the long weekend.

We will be back and ready to go from Tuesday.

And yes… the Easter Bunny may have made an early visit to our team

Every individual is different and so is the support they need.At Focus on Function, we focus on understanding the person...
01/04/2026

Every individual is different and so is the support they need.

At Focus on Function, we focus on understanding the person, not just the diagnosis, working alongside individuals, families, and supports to create practical, meaningful outcomes.

Awareness is the starting point.
Understanding is what makes the difference.💜

01/04/2026

Community OT 🧡

Finding solutions for everyday problems for people with a variety of injuries!

Beds with adjustable features for pain management and safe transfers!

Slide boards for optimal safety during transfers!

Recline lift chair for comfort and reducing falls!

Manual wheelchairs because access and independence is key 💪

Getting to know the problem, goal and environment is key to finding a impactful and long last solution!!

Happy 1 year anniversary to Livvie at Focus on Function! 🎉Over the past year, Livvie has been a wonderful part of our te...
31/03/2026

Happy 1 year anniversary to Livvie at Focus on Function! 🎉

Over the past year, Livvie has been a wonderful part of our team, bringing kindness, dedication, and a genuine passion for supporting our participants. Thank you for all the care and effort you put into your work, we’re so glad to have you as part of the FOF team. 💜

31/03/2026

We are always scanning public spaces for access — the good, the bad and everything in between.

Some places make it easy for people to move safely and independently through the community.

Others create barriers that most people would never notice.

A ramp that is too steep, a heavy door, poor bathroom layout or difficult parking can make the difference between someone joining in or staying home.

The impact of good access is huge.

It supports dignity, independence, confidence and true community participation.

This is why thoughtful design matters so much.

30/03/2026

Progress is rarely linear.

There are setbacks, hard decisions, frustrating plateaus and moments where the next step feels huge.

This journey has been exactly that.

After years of wheelchair use, this participant made the courageous decision to move forward with bilateral lower limb prostheses — a pathway made even more complex by having only one functional upper limb.

The physical and mental load of this journey has been enormous, but so has the impact.

This short reel captures more than walking.
It captures persistence, trust in the process and what can happen when someone keeps showing up, even when the road is not easy.

28/03/2026

A quick insight to a few things our wonderful team were up to this week!

A simple change that can make everyday life easier 👇Installing a bidet can really help with toileting, especially for pe...
25/03/2026

A simple change that can make everyday life easier 👇

Installing a bidet can really help with toileting, especially for people with weak hands or arms.

It can:

make cleaning easier

improve safety when sitting

reduce the need for carer assistance

increase independence

And yes… it also saves on toilet paper.

Sometimes the simplest solutions make the biggest difference.

We are hiring an Occupational Therapist in aged care.This is a role for someone who enjoys practical, meaningful work — ...
24/03/2026

We are hiring an Occupational Therapist in aged care.

This is a role for someone who enjoys practical, meaningful work — supporting older people to stay safe, independent and engaged in their everyday lives.

Community and residential aged care
Part time, with opportunity to grow the role
Based in Armidale or Tamworth
No NDIS

We are an award-winning regional team focused on quality, not volume.
Strong systems, supportive team and work that genuinely makes a difference.

If you are looking for a role that feels different to the usual, reach out for a chat.

Louise
0418 472 085
louise@focusonfunction.com.au

Great local opportunity 👇A free All Abilities Tennis Program is coming to our region, supporting people of all abilities...
23/03/2026

Great local opportunity 👇

A free All Abilities Tennis Program is coming to our region, supporting people of all abilities to get active and have some fun.

No bookings needed – just turn up and give it a go.

Love seeing inclusive programs like this in our community 🎾

A little insight into regional OT work 👇Catheads in tyres… not ideal.When prescribing equipment like scooters with pneum...
22/03/2026

A little insight into regional OT work 👇

Catheads in tyres… not ideal.

When prescribing equipment like scooters with pneumatic tyres, this is something we need to plan for. Even hard-wearing tyres can struggle in these conditions.

For this client, we are recommending:

tyre sealant to help prevent flats

having spares on hand for quick repairs

It is these small, practical considerations that help keep people moving and independent.

Address

We Have Sites Based In Armidale, Tamworth, Narrabri, Manilla, Qurindi & All Towns In Between
Gunnedah, NSW
2380

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+61493133667

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