WHR Allied Health

12/07/2024

Aged Care Community & Home Support Services

These services are focused on the strengths and goals of our clients. We’ll be working with you to encourage healthy aging. The approach we take is known as ‘wellness and reablement’ and there is a strong evidence base behind this being the most appropriate way to provide supports. This approach to intervention has long been core to the training and practice of Occupational Therapists.

Wellness refers to the state of being in good physical and mental health. It encompasses the whole person and is concerned with the prevention of illness and promotion of a high level of well-being. We look to enable clients to participate in meaningful and purposeful activities or occupations.

Reablement refers to the process of helping a person to regain their independence and abilities following natural aging, illness, injury, or disability. It aims to improve physical, cognitive, and social skills, and to support you in your recovery and rehabilitation. The goal of reablement is to enhance quality of life and increase ability to participate in everyday activities.

Our OTs are currently supporting clients with:
- My Aged Care Packages
- Home Modifications
- Assistive Technology
- Mobility Aids

Contact our admin team to discuss your referral! We currently have zero wait times in our Torquay clinic and our OTs are also available to visit you for an appointment at home or out in the community.

09/07/2024

Distractibility is curiosity! Impulsivity is creativity! Hyperactivity is energy!
Did you know OTs can provide support for ADHD?

The three types of ADHD are:
1. Hyperactive/impulsive: fidgeting, restlessness, impatient, blurting thoughts.
2. Inattentive/Distractable: forgetfulness, distractibility, difficulty in listening and following a conversation.
3. Combined: This is the most common type of ADHD, and is characterised by symptoms of the two types listed above.

If you'd like to learn more about how OTs can support ADHD, comment 'ADHD Superpowers' below and we'll send you our free printable resource. Contact our admin team if you'd like to book an appointment as we have zero wait times for paediatric, adolescent & adult supports in our Torquay clinic!

04/07/2024

Are you or your kids safe online? 👾

With the school holidays in full swing, it's time to check in on the apps that our kids are accessing. Have a read of these one-page summaries to ensure you’re informed on keeping our kids (and ourselves) safe.

We also encourage you to game/be online with your kids - be part of their online lives and cheer them on when they’re doing well! 🎮

Discord Facebook Instagram Roblox Snapchat Tik Tok Twitch Youtube

27/06/2024

Our Torquay clinic has immediate capacity to provide occupational therapy services to clients aged 3+.

We are currently receiving referrals for:
- Private
- Medicare
- NDIS
- My Aged Care Funded Clients

Our services have expanded with the growth of our team of OTs, Physio, Therapy Assistants and admin legends, and our vision of 'Effecting Change' is alive and thriving! Check out the attached flyer to see a complete list of services we are currently providing!

Submit your referral here --->https://whralliedhealth.com/refer/
Or contact our admin legends to learn more!

25/06/2024

Shout out to one of our Paediatric OTs, Fin, who is completing 3,249 push-ups in 24 days to raise awareness and funds for mental health in Australia! Go Fin!

Every dollar helps mental health outcomes in Australia by funding much-needed mental health services and initiatives. Click on the link to learn more and donate to an epic cause today.

Help raise funds for much-needed mental health services and initiatives by donating to my page. I’m completing The Push-Up Challenge to support this great cause and would love your help to reach my fundraising target.

20/06/2024

Skill Development Plans are a detailed plan created by a WHR OT or Physiotherapist, to be implemented on a routine basis by a WHR Therapy Assistant. 📋

Swipe to learn more! 👈🏼

Unfortunately, we are closed for referrals in our Albury clinic, but we still have capacity to take on new referrals in our Torquay clinic so keep 'em coming! To refer visit http://whralliedhealth.com/refer

13/06/2024

Did you know OTs can play a role in emotional regulation? It's a hot topic at the OT Exchange 2024 taking place today and tomorrow in Perth, but also great to see OTs highlighted on Channel 7s Sunrise!🔥

https://otaus.com.au/news/the-role-of-ot-in-emotional-regulation-in-school-aged-children-on-sunrise

We are also thrilled to have two of our WHR OTs presenting their work: The WHR Layers of Learning and Iggy Interoception, at the OT Exchange in Perth this week! Our Paediatric OTs Zoe Dent and Caitlin Bishop will both be presenting their research, findings and experience working in the Paediatric OT space, supporting our young clients to flourish in their daily occupations. Zoe will be presenting on the WHR Layers Of Learning and Caitlin will present on her research and recently published children's book Iggy Interoception.

You can learn more on our website: https://whralliedhealth.com/services/paediatrics/

The role of OT in emotional regulation in school-aged children on Sunrise

12/06/2024

Our Torquay clinic has immediate capacity to provide occupational therapy services to clients aged 3+. We are currently receiving referrals for Private, Medicare, NDIS, and My Aged Care funded clients.

https://whralliedhealth.com/refer/

10/06/2024

Very exciting to see Anita Major-Brown from Thrive Rehab and the Cliterate Model featured in this news article last night! We have been lucky to have Anita deliver PD to our team on S*x & S*xuality over the past few years and to have our very own Cliterate model on hand too! We'll use this and many other models to support our clients' learning in our WHR S*x Group which kicks off next month.

Check out the article and learn more about how the Cliterate Model came to be, here:

Largely overlooked by medical science for centuries, these women set out to advance the knowledge of the cl****is.

01/06/2024

Our S*x Group is back in Torquay! 🎉
Every Tuesday from 2 July - 20 August 3:30 - 5:30 pm

WHR S*x Group = S*x, S*xuality & Relationships Education
Here at WHR we recognise all people as s*xual beings and we are passionate about building capacity in this area, where our clients tell us it's important to them! 💗

Besides our clients telling us this is an area of importance did you know...
👉🏻Family Planning NSW reported in 2019 that just 38% of young people with disabilities received comprehensive s*x education, versus 55% of their non-disabled peers.
👉🏻The Australian Human Rights Commission found that people with disabilities are twice as likely to experience s*xual abuse, with 90% of women with intellectual disabilities reporting such abuse.
👉🏻Social stigma has created barriers for people with disabilities in Australia, according to The Attitude Foundation's 2018 report, 67% of people with disabilities perceive societal attitudes towards their s*xuality as negative.

These statistics highlight significant barriers that people with disabilities in Australia face and emphasise the need for targeted support and education! To learn more about our program visit our website: http://whralliedhealth.com/s*x-group

We still have a few spaces available in the group. If you'd like to refer, please get in touch with our admin specialists!
📞 03 5261 9037
📧 admin@whralliedhealth.com

31/05/2024

🌟 Adaptive Behaviour & OT🌟

Let’s break down what adaptive behaviour is and why it’s so important! 🧩

**Conceptual Skills:**
- 📚 Reading & Writing
- 💰 Money Management
- 🧠 Problem Solving

**Social Skills:**
- 🤝 Making Friends
- 💬 Effective Communication
- 🎉 Participating in Community

**Practical Skills:**
- 🛌 Getting Ready
- 🍳 Cooking Meals
- 🧼 Keeping Clean

Adaptive behaviour helps us thrive in our daily lives and achieve greater independence! 🌟 OTs can help support individuals with an intellectual or physical disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, developmental delays, Traumatic Brain Injury, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome and Learning Disabilities. Occupational Therapy plays a crucial role in supporting these individuals by developing personalised interventions to enhance their adaptive behaviour skills, promote independence, and improve overall quality of life. 💪✨

We have the immediate capacity to accept new referrals! Fill in our online referral form or contact our friendly admin team to discuss your referral today.

27/05/2024

🌟 Empowering Independence in the Kitchen! 🌟

Our team is passionate about helping individuals build essential life skills and love enabling our clients to achieve greater independence and confidence in the kitchen. Cooking up delicious outcomes for our clients is such a treat! 🍳👩‍🍳

Session plans are based on the needs and goals of our clients and may often include:
👨🏼‍🍳 planning
👨🏼‍🍳 budgeting
👨🏼‍🍳 creating a shopping list
👨🏼‍🍳 a trip to the grocery store
👨🏼‍🍳 healthy choices and selecting ingredients
👨🏼‍🍳 kitchen safety
👨🏼‍🍳 cooking essentials and tips
👨🏼‍🍳 clean-up

These capacity-building sessions are just one of the many ways we support independent living skill development for our clients with an intellectual disability or autism spectrum disorder. 💪✨

22/05/2024

🎉 No Wait Times in Torquay! 🎉
We are now accepting new referrals for Occupational Therapy in our Torquay clinic!

| NDIS | Private | Medicare |
All Ages 3+

How to refer:
1. Visit our website www.whralliedhealth.com/refer
2. Fill in our online referral form
3. Our allocations team will review your referral form and select the most suitable OT based on the information provided in your referral form. Tip: Provide us with as much detail as you can, especially in regards to your strengths and support preferences and needs!
4. Our admin team will contact you to schedule an initial session and email you our WHR Welcome Pack.

Contact our admin team for additional support or if you have any questions at all!
📞 03 5261 9037
📧 admin@whralliedhealth.com

21/05/2024

📣 Update!
Our case management system has recently changed and so has our appointment reminder process! All clients will now receive a confirmation SMS 3 days prior to their session and then an SMS reminder the day before their scheduled session.

As always, feel free to contact our admin team if you ever have any questions about your appointments!

📞 03 5261 9037
📧 admin@whralliedhealth.com

13/05/2024

Intellectual disability is a condition characterised by limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behaviour, which covers many everyday social and practical skills. It affects approximately 1-3% of the global population.

Despite its prevalence, there are many misconceptions about intellectual disability. One common myth is that it is a rare condition, when in fact, millions of people worldwide are affected. Another misconception is that individuals with intellectual disabilities cannot lead fulfilling lives or contribute to society, which is entirely untrue!

Our OTs support clients with Intellectual Disability to achieve their goals for everyday living, whether it is activities at home or out in the community, we enjoy supporting people to increase their independence and do the things they need to do, want to do or are expected to do.

Referrals are open now! Contact our friendly admin team or fill in a referral form on our website whralliedhealth.com (http://whralliedhealth.com).


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24/04/2024

Building Blocks 🔨

Building Blocks is a program created and developed by Barwon Adolescent Taskforce (BATFORCE) and adapted with an Occupational Therapy lens by WHR allied health, with the central focus of;
-Tuning into self
-Developing self-regulation skills
-Building communication skills
-Decision making strategies
-Healthy relationship building
-Reflection
-Team skills
-Connectedness to school
-Anxiety education and understanding

This program is great for primary school students who will transition into high school next year, building on their skills and capacity to manage the busy transition.

Would you like to see a program like this in your school? Get in touch with our team to learn more and watch this space! We’re collaborating with local schools and organisations and have some exciting programs up our sleeves. 👀

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18/04/2024

All Abilities 2024 League Tag expressions of interest in Albury is open until the 27th of April! 🤩

21/03/2024

Barwon & Albury region we need your voice & opinion! 📣

With the support of the Anthony Costa Foundation and in conjunction with , we are developing a program for young people, specifically those with a disability, to increase their capacity, understanding and psychological safety when interacting in the online world.

We want to capture the voices and opinions of students between the ages of 8-16 via a brief and anonymous survey. Your input will guide the design of our workshops and resources including educational materials and supporting content. These resources will then be made freely available via the BATForce resource boards.

Click to access the survey. ----- > https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=UjSXKtqFzUuu6024zzRm73K9nMH58iNHljbujsIxcFlUQjJSMVFWRjMyNkZWQ0YxWkNYNzUxNU1PTC4u (https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=UjSXKtqFzUuu6024zzRm73K9nMH58iNHljbujsIxcFlUQjJSMVFWRjMyNkZWQ0YxWkNYNzUxNU1PTC4u)


We look forward to hearing from you!

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11/01/2024

Sitting on a waitlist for Paediatric OT in the Albury region?

We have capacity! Booked in today - see you next week?

Click on the link to refer ------> https://www.whralliedhealth.com/refer/



To learn more about our approach to providing paediatric OT supports, check out our WHR Layers Of Learning!

https://www.whralliedhealth.com/services/paediatrics

15/12/2023

We're Hiring! 📣
We have an exciting opportunity to fill a permanent part-time position for a suitably qualified and experience Allied Health Assistant. You’ll be joining our energetic team based in Torquay, starting in January 2024.

Experience working in Allied Health or Disability setting in either paediatric, youth or adult clinical support are desirable, however, all new employees will be provided with a thorough induction process with tailored training to support the successful candidate in their role.

Check out our ad on seek to find out more.

Join out team of legends providing innovative, evidence-based therapeutic supports to our clients, to achieve their goals and live their best lives!

29/11/2023

🌟 𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 🌟
This time of year brings joy for many but, for some, it's marked by grief and loneliness. As a support service, we strive to empower our clients, acknowledging that sometimes, our resources alone might not be enough. Equipping them with essential support contacts can be a bridge until they access further help.
📞 Sharing these helplines could make a difference:
🔹 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗡𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀:
    •    Lifeline: 13 11 14
    •    13Yarn: 13 92 76
    •    Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
    •    Suicide Call Back Service: 1300 659 467
    •    MensLine Australia: 1300 789 978
    •    SANE Helpline: 1800 18 7263
    •    Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
    •    Qlife: 1800 184 527
    •    Open Arms: 1800 011 046
🌈 These services offer crisis support, counseling, and more, tailored to various needs.
🌟 𝗕𝗮𝗿𝘄𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁:
    •    Barwon Health Phone Triage Team: 1300 094 187 (24/7)
    •    CMAHS Barwon: 03 4215 8600
    •    Barwon Carers: 1800 052 222
    •    Barwon CASA: 03 5381 1211
    •    Orange Door Geelong: 1800 312 820 | barwon@orangedoor.vic.gov.au (mailto:barwon@orangedoor.vic.gov.au)
💬 Let's empower one another! Sharing these resources might help someone in need and support those tough conversations. You are not alone. 💙
📍 Albury/Wodonga Region:
    •    Albury Wodonga Mental Health Triage: 1300 104 211
    •    Yes Unlimited: (02) 60586 200 | 1800 885 355
    •    Orange Door Wodonga: 1800 271 157 | oma@orangedoor.vic.gov.au (mailto:oma@orangedoor.vic.gov.au)
Let's spread kindness and support this season. Together, we can mak
e a difference.
🤝

23/11/2023

Our WHR offices will be closed tomorrow, November 24th, for our annual team-building palooza! We'll be back on Monday the 27th. 🌟

As we near the end of 2023, we're excited for a day of bonding, surprises, and great memories! 🙌 From fun team activities to unexpected surprises, it's an event we look forward to every year where we celebrate each other's wins, set team and personal goals for the next year.

Did you know, our end-of-year event plans are a closely guarded secret up until the day? Activities are always a surprise. Last year we were put on a bus and arrived at Inflatable World in Geelong, another year go karting! We are looking forward to and ready for another exciting experience this time around! Stay tuned for updates! 🎈

08/11/2023

BATForce (Barwon Adolescent Task Force) presents... Sensory Regulation for the Classroom featuring our very own Zoe Dent alongside Fiona from Talking Youth.

Tuesday 14 November, 7.30-8.55am.

This FREE webinar for Primary and Secondary educators and support staff is the second in a series of Sensory Regulation workshops presented by BATForce. This online PD will give you practical strategies and tools for use in the classroom.

Click on the link below to register!

The second in our series of Sensory Regulation workshops. Aimed at both Primary and Secondary staff this online PD will give you practical strategies and tools for use in the classroom. The PD will be lead by specialised agencies 'Talking Youth' and 'WHR Allied Health'. This...

30/10/2023

WHR Allied Health will be delivering a School Readiness Program for children aged 5 -6 years of age this Summer! This small group program will include 6 x OT sessions targeting social and emotional skills needed to support a smooth transition to school. 🏫

Topics covered throughout the program will include:
• Emotional literacy
• Self Awareness
• Emotional Regulation
• Turn taking
• Pretend play skills
• Following instructions
• Organisational skills
• Transition skills
• Motor skills

Our waiting list for this program is OPEN!
Get in touch with our friendly admin team to register your interest.

13/10/2023

Riding the wave of Mental Health Week 🌊

Surfers, wave riders, shredders, and frothers know how good it feels to catch a wave 🏄‍♂️, but did you know there's a heap of information out there providing evidence on the benefits of surfing? 🌞

Particularly for one's mental health, research shows surfing can help improve self-esteem, reduce social isolation, and can even be used to treat depression and other mental disorders. 🧠💪

Many of our staff have surfing listed on their mental health care plans. What this means is that they know this is an activity they can do that makes them feel good and supports their mental, emotional, or physical well-being. With surfing, it's all three! 🌊❤️🌞

What activities do you do to support your mental health and well-being? Share in the comments! 🤗

If you're in the Surf Coast region make sure to check out the Art of Minds Festival! https://artoftheminds.org.au/



Image description: A man walking on the reef, surrounded by the ocean, carrying his surfboard, is silhouetted by a bright orange sky and the rising sun.

05/10/2023

done and dusted!

👏 Congratulations to all of our team who participated in our 3rd annual challenge last month! 💪

Back in 2020, during covid, we challenged our team to get their steps up! Thus, was born! It's not just about clocking up the most steps - it's about setting SMART goals and crushing them like a pro! 🏃‍♀️🏆

Those who conquered their daily step goals throughout are being entered into a drawing this week to win the coveted limited edition WHR + Frank Green Drink bottle. 🍾🎉 We're also giving the Stride Superstar (highest step count) a brand-new pair of runners/walking shoes. 👟🥇

The office banter kicked up a notch as our competitive team stepped their way through the month. We also had several sunny days with renewed enthusiasm for and ensuring our WHR Garmin Watches were charged at all times! We'll be announcing the winners in our stories so stay tuned! 📢🏅

28/09/2023

Ruff ruff! Barkley, Therapy Dog, here with an announcement and to sound a round-of-a-paws! 👏🐾👏🐾

I've been working hard on providing animal-assisted therapy supports with my handler - Melissa (OT), in our WHR Albury Office on Dean street. Mel is my favourite person and she has done a lot of work researching, documenting and creating policies and procedures so that I can help support our clients to feel safe, regulated and motivated during OT sessions which enhances therapeutic outcomes! 🐶📚✨ I also enjoy long naps in the warm sun shining into our WHR offices... but back to my announcement. ☀️🐕

Look out pup-arazzi! 📸🐶
Mel will be presenting at the 2024 ATL Animal-Assisted Services Conference and Expo in Brisbane! 🌟🎉

Mel will be presenting on 'Considerations for incorporating canine-assisted therapy into occupational therapy practice.’ 🐕🐩

Whether you're attending the conference or not, if you'd like to learn more about the work we are doing in this space give us a call! 📞🐾 We also provide clinical supervision and consultancy! Let's raise the woof! 🐾🐶🌟
https://animaltherapies.org.au/atl-conference/

19/09/2023

Did you know that each stage of our neurological development is interconnected? 🤝

Our WHR Layers of Learning is a new interactive model on our website that explores this interconnection. Give it a try! Click on the model to learn more, 🧠🌟 we also share some of the assessments, interventions, and resources that our OTs utilize! 📚💡

This is an excellent resource created by our WHR OTs that informs our Paediatric OT approach and we are excited to share this with you! 🙌 Let us know what you think or if you have any questions. We'd love to hear from you! 💬💕"

https://www.whralliedhealth.com/interactive-models/paediatric-approach

13/09/2023

12/09/2023

🌟 Breaking News: Our Sensory and Regulation Support Strategies For Teachers Workshop is making waves worldwide. 🌊🌏

Presented by WHR Director Zoe Dent in collaboration with the BAT Force (Barwon Adolescent Task Force), this online event was 'sold out' with teachers tuning in from around the world. 🤩

Zoe delved into the world of sensory processing and emotional regulation, providing insight into neurological development alongside strategies to assist teachers to support and nurture the emotional well-being of our educators and students alike. 👩‍🏫🧠💡

We are excited to offer this workshop to schools, delivering an online or in-person program. Get in touch with our admin team if you'd like to learn more! 📚💻

BATForce (Barwon Adolescent Task Force)

25/07/2021