Williams Occupational Therapy

21/10/2025

🎉 Big News Alert! 🎉

Our amazing AT OTs, Kat and Megan, just had an exclusive sneak peek at the brand-new Xtracare showroom – and wow, it’s impressive!
✨ From now on, all Assistive Technology trials with Xtracare will take place at their stunning new location:
📍 75 Bacon Street, Hindmarsh SA

We’re thrilled to keep partnering with our friends at Xtracare to deliver top-notch wheelchair and equipment solutions for YOU!
👉 Ready to get started? Submit your referral today: https://www.williamsot.com/referral-form/

16/10/2025

The number one fear I hear from parents?
“We’ve missed the boat. He’s 19 now. We should have started years ago.”
I want you to know something: You haven’t missed the boat.

We’ve worked with families whose teens are 16, 19, even 25 and progress happens when the right support is in place.
Driving isn’t about a magic age. It’s about confidence, readiness, and calm.

And those can be built at any stage.
Check out Drive With Autism Support for the free webinar

💬 Comment “READY” if you’ve ever had this thought.

15/10/2025

Is steering becoming a challenge due to arm weakness or injury?
We’ve got adaptive solutions that can make driving safer and easier for you! From electronic spinner k***s to indicator extensions, this video shows how you can regain control behind the wheel—even with limited arm function.

👉 Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/sgMf19kyZyo
👉 Click here to fill up a referral form: williamsot.com/referral-form/
Let’s help you find the right setup for your needs!

14/10/2025

Exploring the Great Outdoors with Powered Wheelchairs!
Our amazing AT OTs, Kat and Megan, recently attended an outdoor powered wheelchair training workshop hosted by our friends at ILS – Independent Living Specialists.

Understanding every feature of a wheelchair is essential, and our therapists put the Magic Mobility X8, Frontier V6, and Quantum Outback to the test on some seriously rugged terrain!

If you live in a regional area, want a solution that lets you enjoy the outdoors, or simply want to learn more—contact us today with a referral!
👉 https://www.williamsot.com/referral-form/

13/10/2025

🎙️ Brad Williams joins Beki Eakins on the OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast for a powerful and inspiring chat!

They dive into the OT journey, share some laughs, and explore Brad’s passion for helping people with disabilities gain independence — especially through driving. 🚗✨

He also shares the heart behind his Drive With Me program, created to support neurodivergent teens and their families in building driving confidence with the tools and support they need to succeed — without shame, stress, or overwhelm.

🎧 Listen here: https://www.bekieakins.com/podcasts/ot-yourself-to-freedom/episodes/2149095324

09/10/2025

One of the biggest fears we hear from parents?
👉 “What if my child can’t handle it when other drivers break the rules?”

In the Drive With Me program, we unpack emotional regulation and adaptability — helping young drivers learn how to manage change calmly and safely on the road.

Because driving isn’t just about skills — it’s about mindset. 💭🚘

Learn more about how we support families here:
🔗 https://bit.ly/drivewithmeprogram

07/10/2025

Hi everyone, huge changes are coming to driver training reforms. If you want your opinions, or suggestions as to what more they can improve on, check out the post below and take part in their survey :)

06/10/2025

💼 Happy Labour Day! 💼
Today we celebrate the hardworking professionals who make a difference every day — most especially to our incredible occupational therapists and everyone else who is working in the industry!

Your work transforms lives, one skill at a time. Thank you for your compassion, expertise, and unwavering commitment to helping others reach their goals.
Thank you for your passion, care, and commitment. Enjoy a well-deserved break! 🌟

02/10/2025

Can you still drive if you have an above the knee amputee? With the right assessment, modifications, and help - yes you can! Just check out one of our clients with a prosthetic limb who we help to get back to driving his manual vehicle!

In some cases, some of our clients are able to get back to driving with the proper vehicle modifications such as hand controls

If you or someone you know could benefit from a similar setup, we’d love to help!
Send a referral here: https://www.williamsot.com/referral-form/

We helped a client determine if they could use the prosthetic limb on the accelerator instead of using hand controls so he could get back to driving his manu...

01/10/2025

Steering, braking, and checking mirrors isn’t second nature for every teen.
And that’s okay. Motor coordination can be improved—it just takes targeted practice.
We work with teens who need a little more time, and a whole lot more patience.

💡 If you think your teen could benefit from extra driving support, check out
👉 https://bit.ly/drivewithmeprogram and let’s begin the journey.

Comment ‘practice’ if your teen struggles with the physical side of driving.

30/09/2025

🚗💺 Mobility Upgrade Alert!
Our amazing client just received her brand new Quantum Q6 Edge Stretto powered wheelchair — a total game changer for both indoor and outdoor mobility! 🌟

This sleek and compact chair fits perfectly into her wheelchair-accessible Volkswagen Caddy 5, making travel easier and more practical than ever. It's a huge step up from her manual wheelchair, offering independence and comfort in one smart package.

If you or someone you know could benefit from a similar setup, we’d love to help! 💬
👉 Start the journey today by filling out our referral form. https://www.williamsot.com/referral-form/

29/09/2025

🚸 Big News for Safer School Zones! 🚸

A new 40 km/h time-based school speed limit is being introduced across the state — a huge win for child safety and clarity on our roads.

Our CEO, Brad Williams, has been advocating for this change since 2013, drawing from years of experience as a driving instructor and interstate travel.

🛑 The old rule — “25 km/h when children are present” — was confusing and risky:
• How do you accurately identify who is a child?
• What happens if you brake suddenly and the car behind doesn’t?
• Enforcement was inconsistent and unclear.

This new law brings consistency, safety, and peace of mind for drivers and families alike.
It’s a long-overdue change — and we couldn’t be more relieved to see it finally happening.

More info can be find here: https://www.dit.sa.gov.au/infrastructure/projects/40-km-h-school-speed-limits