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Avant Innovations

Avant Innovations is a dynamic new face in Australian healthcare - providing safety, comfort and dig

Welcome to Avant Innovations – a dynamic new face in the Australian healthcare industry…Our mission is to engage with healthcare professionals to ensure the safety, comfort and dignity of their clients through the use of assistive technology. And just as importantly, the safety, comfort and dignity of care workers themselves! Our mascot Avanti [the little orange man] defines our ‘people-centric’ a

pproach to providing solutions to key issues in the industry:
• Falls management
• Infection control
• Patient hygiene
• Patient lifting & handling
• Pressure care
• Work Health & Safety [WHS]
• Wound protection
We look forward to working with new and existing clients to achieve our vision of becoming a solution provider that healthcare professionals rely on and trust.

16/07/2025

We’re excited to be showcasing the FUNctionalhand at two major events this July:
🧒 Source Kids Sydney – July 18 & 19
🏫 SEPLA-CON – July 21 & 22
Both at the ICC Sydney!

Come see how this innovative grip assist device is helping students with hand disabilities participate more fully in the classroom: from writing and drawing to eating and tech use!

💡 Learn more about how the FUNctionalhand is supporting inclusive education in our latest blog post:
🔗 https://www.avantinnovations.com.au/blogs/news/helping-hands-in-the-classroom-how-the-functionalhand-supports-students-teachers-inclusive-education

11/07/2025

We’re exhibiting at Source Kids Sydney! 🎉🧡

Come visit us at the Source Kids Disability Expo – Sydney, happening Thursday 18th & Friday 19th July at the ICC Sydney!

We’ll be showcasing our Helping Hands range—designed to support independence, confidence, and everyday function for kids and young people of all abilities.

On display:
✋ FUNctionalHand – a clever aid to support grasp and hand function during daily tasks and therapy
⚽ GripoBalls – soft, versatile grip aids that assist with holding utensils, pens, and more
🍴 Ergo Inclusive Cutlery – adaptive cutlery with a flexible design for easier eating

Come try them out in person and chat with our team about how these simple yet powerful tools can make a big difference in everyday life!

🎟️ Register for free: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1375548

23/06/2025

We’re heading to Adelaide for ! 🧡♿

Join us at the 31st National Conference & Exhibition 2025, hosted by Occupational Therapy Australia, from 25–27th June at the Adelaide Convention Centre.

We’ll be showcasing a range of portable and practical assistive solutions designed to support OTs and their clients from clinics to community and travel.
On the stand, you’ll find:
🚿 Voyager Portable Shower Cradle – lightweight, foldable, and ideal for travel
✋ FUNctionalHand – supports grasp and hand function during daily tasks
🏐 GripoBalls – grip training tools for fine motor development and hand therapy
🍴 Ergo Inclusive Cutlery – adaptive utensils designed for easy independence

Whether you’re supporting clients at home or helping them go the distance while travelling, our solutions are designed to make everyday life more accessible.

📍 Visit us at the Adelaide Convention Centre | More info: https://lnkd.in/gUcq3BDQ

04/06/2025

Holiday peace of mind? Yes please! 🧡🧳

We’re excited to share that an earlier feature with Travel Without Limits is now available to read online! The article highlights some of the incredible assistive products we offer that help turn stressful travel into relaxing holidays – for everyone.

🌟 Protac: Calming sensory blankets and bedding designed to ease anxiety, improve sleep, and support regulation while away from home.
🌟 Koko Oliz-Nora: Soft sensory toys and weighted blankets to provide comfort and familiarity in unfamiliar environments.
🌟 The Safety Sleeper: A fully enclosed, portable travel bed ideal for kids who wander or need to self-soothe at night—giving families peace of mind (and better rest) wherever they go.

Whether you’re heading off on a road trip or flying abroad, these supportive solutions help create a safer, calmer experience—so your vacation actually feels like one.

📰 Read the full article here: https://travelwithoutlimits.com.au/make-sure-your-vacation-equals-relaxation-with-avant/

Thank you to for continuing to spotlight inclusive, accessible travel.

03/06/2025

We’re heading to Brisbane! 🎉♿

Join us at Source Kids Disability Expo – Brisbane 2025, happening Friday 4th & Saturday 5th July at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre!

We’ll be showcasing a range of assistive and sensory solutions designed to support independence, comfort, and everyday living, including:
🧡 Our full Helping Hands range – featuring adaptive cutlery, inclusive drinkware, and grip assists to make daily tasks easier for all ages and abilities
🧩 Ortoto sensory mats – vibrant, textured play mats that support sensory integration and motor development
🚿 The Voyager Shower Cradle – for safe, comfortable bathing at home or on the go
💨 Inflatable positioning cushions from Dr. Winkler – ideal for therapy, relaxation, and adaptable support

Whether you’re a parent, carer, therapist, or educator, stop by our stand and explore practical tools that empower everyday independence.

27/05/2025

We’re in print! 🧡📰

We’re thrilled to share that our Helping Hands assistive product range has been featured in the Autumn/Winter 2025 issue of Travel Without Limits magazine! ✈️♿️

From adaptive cutlery to inclusive drinking supports, our 6-part Helping Hands series is all about making everyday tasks easier, safer, and more empowering for people of all abilities – and now, it’s reaching even more readers through this incredible platform.

A huge thank you to for spotlighting inclusive innovation in everyday living and accessible travel. We’re proud to be part of a community that champions independence and thoughtful design.

Grab your copy and check us out in the latest issue! 📖✨

08/05/2025

Featured in Part 1 of our Helping Hands series, the is a new and effective assistive tool we now offer at Avant Innovations. This universal cuff helps students with limited grip strength, tremors, or hand differences hold and use everyday tools, from pencils to paintbrushes to styluses, with greater ease and independence.

Check out this new blog post on how the FUNctionalhand is transforming classroom participation for students with grasp difficulties:

👉 https://functionalhand.com/2025/04/22/adaptive-equipment-students/

If you’re a teacher, therapist, or parent looking for a way to reduce the need for hand-over-hand assistance and promote student independence, this post is worth a read.

07/05/2025

We’re excited to announce that Avant Innovations will be exhibiting at the ATSA Independent Living Expo in Perth! 🎉

📍 Claremont Showground, WA
📅 14–15 May 2025

Come visit us — we’d love to meet you, chat all things assistive technology, and give you a hands-on look at some of the standout products from our Helping Hands series, designed to support independence and inclusion across everyday life.

Whether you’re an OT, therapist, educator, or parent, this is a great opportunity to explore practical tools that make a real difference.

03/04/2025

🚗✨ for our clients means hitting the road, staying in some incredible regional spots, and soaking up everything along the way! This time, Moruya delivered the perfect mix of work and wander.

🌅 Started with an early dinner at – stunning riverside views and the most tender lamb loin 🍽️👌.

🏨 Checked into , just in time for golden hour on , some treasures, and a full moon rising straight out of the ocean. Absolutely magical. 🌕🌊

🌿 Kicked off the morning with a walk around , stumbling upon some creative nature sculptures along the way. Driftwood huts, shell art, and coastal calm. 🐚✨

🚶‍♂️ Wrapped up our visit by setting up a beach walker for a client—just in time for their cruise to Papua New Guinea! It fits in the car too, because accessibility should never be a roadblock. 🚙♿

🥐 On the way home, a must-stop at for a snack… and even a little bad luck (car troubles 😅) couldn’t ruin this trip!

Regional travel at its finest — business, beaches, and a bit of adventure. 💙

03/03/2025

We’re excited to announce that we’ll be exhibiting at the ATSA Independent Living Expo in Hobart on Wednesday, 6th of March! This year, our theme is Happy Hands – featuring a range of products such as our GripoBalls & our brand new FUNctionalhands – designed to help individuals confidently hold everyday items like pens, hairbrushes, and toothbrushes, supporting greater independence.

📍 Where to find us:

Princes Wharf No. 1, Hobart

Come visit our stand to explore simple yet impactful solutions that empower daily living. We can’t wait to see you there!

Address

Lidcombe, NSW

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

http://www.avantinnovations.com.au/

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