LifeTec is a social enterprise delivering specialised assistive technology services, facilitating active engagement in various life aspects.
Our team of health professionals offers comprehensive support, empowering individuals of all ages and abilities
25/08/2025
It’s Day 2 of Speech Pathology Week in Australia! ✨
Today’s theme is Confidence through Communication – enabling people to express themselves clearly and proudly.
At LifeTec, we believe every voice matters, and with the right support and tools, everyone deserves to communicate with confidence. 💜
🙌 A big thank you to all the incredible Speechies out there for the amazing work you do every day!
21/08/2025
Eye gaze lets you look. The switch lets you choose.
Together, they give people more control and reduce errors when using communication devices — especially for those with complex access needs.
At LifeTec, our Alternative Access service supports people to find the right combination of tools like eye gaze, switches, and more to access technology in their own way.
Not all assistive technology works straight out of the box!
Off-the-shelf might seem easy, but without the right support, it can lead to frustration, wasted money, and unused devices.
At LifeTec, we help you:
✅ Find your best fit
✅ Trial options before you buy
✅ Learn with training & support
✅ Make the most of your AT
💬 Get in touch and let’s find the right solution together!
15/08/2025
Happy Friday! 🎉
Another day, another unboxing day… and today it’s a brand-new Grid Pad AAC device! Zyteq: Access Communicate Connect
Our Speechie is getting hands-on with this powerful communication tool, designed to support people with complex communication needs. It’s always exciting to see new Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) technology in action—ready to help someone express themselves in their own way!
12/08/2025
Need Assistive Technology (AT) funded through your NDIS plan?
AT can be life-changing — but to get it approved, you need the right evidence and support.
At LifeTec, our occupational therapists and speech pathologists help you:
✅ Understand your AT options
✅ Trial different solutions
✅ Submit professional reports for NDIS
✅ Get ongoing support after delivery
With 44+ years of experience, we’re here to help you get the support you deserve.
📩 Ready to begin your AT journey? Get in touch with us https://bit.ly/45jIHke or 1300 543 383
07/08/2025
Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) isn’t just English.
It can be personalised to the language you speak — whether that’s English, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese or something else entirely.
AAC should reflect your culture, your comfort, and your voice.
Let’s make communication inclusive for everyone!
04/08/2025
Ever heard of an Assistive Technology (AT) prescription?
It’s a formal recommendation written by a qualified health professional, and it’s often required to access funding through the NDIS or My Aged Care.
Whether you're looking to trial a mobility aid, communication device, or daily living tool - a prescription helps make sure the equipment suits your needs and meets safety guidelines.
Want to know if you're eligible? Chat with our team and we’re here to help!
31/07/2025
Behind every successful AAC setup is a collaborative team effort!
In this setup, our Speechie Bryan teamed up with OT Duane and Rorey, a wheelchair technician from GS Electronics (Power Mobility), to get everything just right - from the device and mount to the seating and positioning.
Because communication isn’t just about the device - it’s about comfortable access and being practical.
29/07/2025
Did you know that up to 30% of assistive technology ends up abandoned?
This often happens when people receive the wrong equipment, or don’t get the right support to use it properly.
At LifeTec, we take a different approach. Our team of allied health professionals works with you to assess, trial, and chose the right assistive technology, tailored to your lifestyle, goals, and abilities.
✅ No guesswork
✅ No wasted time or money
✅ Just the right tools with real support
💬 Let’s help you find what actually works.
Get in touch with our team https://bit.ly/3IFuh6m or call us on 1300 543 383
23/07/2025
At LifeTec, we support individuals using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) to express themselves, connect with others, and thrive in daily life.
In this clip, you’ll see how personalised communication tools make real conversations possible.
💡 Whether spoken, typed, or tapped, communication is powerful.
🔗 Want to learn more about AAC support? Reach out to our team!
21/07/2025
Could Assistive Technology (AT) help you or someone you know?
AT can support people of all ages and abilities to live more independently, comfortably, and safely.
Here are some signs that AT might be beneficial:
✅ Struggles with mobility
✅ Difficulty using everyday items
✅ Trouble with memory or concentration
✅ Needs support with communication
✅ Fatigue or pain in daily tasks
✅ A desire to live more independently
Our team is here to help you find the right AT solutions that fit your goals and lifestyle. 💚
Get in touch with LifeTec to explore your options. Call us at 1300 543 383 or visit lifetec.org.au
17/07/2025
Small tools, big impact.
At LifeTec, we help people find practical Assistive Technology solutions that make everyday tasks easier - like this simple button hook for dressing independently.
Whether it’s low-tech or high-tech, we’ll work with you to find the tools that suit your needs, goals, and lifestyle.
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LifeTec is a social enterprise that provides dedicated assistive technology (AT) services. Our aim is to enable people of all ages and abilities to actively engage in home, work, school and community life.
We are experts in recommending the correct use of assistive technology, displaying hundreds of helpful items in our Ambient Living Display Centres, and we have an extensive online database of many more. Our qualified health professionals will give you impartial advice so that you can make informed decisions about what is best for you.
Established in 1981 as The Independent Living Centre by Louise van Willigen, LifeTec has been providing specialist advice and information to help people make their lives easier through assistive technology.
Louise was an astute, energetic, and visionary leader. On its opening, the Independent Living Centre was a modest one-room display staffed only by Louise herself in a humble demountable unit on the grounds of the Greenslopes Hospital.
In 2004, Louise passed and left a dynamic and diverse organisation which provides information and advice on assistive technology to thousands of Queenslanders across the state. She welcomed visitors to a display of over 1000m2 and visited places as remote as Saibai Island and as close as Woolloongabba.
Louise encouraged innovation, creative thinking, and respect for every individual. Those of us fortunate to have worked with Louise will remember her warmth, sharp intelligence, soft-spoken and almost aristocratic manner, as well as her wicked sense of humour.