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Forbes Care is an enthusiastic Mobile Occupational Therapy Practice servicing South-East Queensland.

26/08/2025

Executive Functioning (EF) is like the brain’s management system—helping us plan, focus, remember instructions, manage our time, and juggle multiple tasks. Think of it as the “conductor” of the brain’s orchestra, coordinating all the moving parts so daily life runs smoothly. At Forbes Care Occupational Therapy, we often see how EF challenges can impact learning, routines, social skills, behaviour, and independence. Some signs include:
-Difficulty with planning or organisation
-Trouble starting or completing tasks
-Poor time awareness
-Emotional dysregulation or impulsivity

Our OTs use a combination of standardised assessments, task observation, and occupation-based activities to see how a person plans, organises, and problem-solves in real-life situations—whether it’s cooking a meal, organising schoolwork, or managing a morning routine.

We tailor strategies to each person’s needs and goals, such as:
-Visual supports – checklists, calendars, and step-by-step guides
-Time management tools – timers, alarms, and task breakdowns
-Organisation systems – colour coding, “landing zones” for essentials
-Metacognitive strategies – helping clients reflect on what works for them
-Scaffolding supports – breaking tasks down and building skills gradually

Our goal is to give clients practical, meaningful strategies that fit their daily life—so they can feel confident, capable, and in control. 💜 Forbes Care OT – Supporting the skills behind participation

22/08/2025

Keely, Bianca, Lani, and Lachie make up our dedicated Gympie OT team. 💜
You’ll find them out and about across the Gympie region, supporting clients in the DVA, Home Care, Community Care, and NDIS spaces. From assistive equipment to complex home modifications, they bring skill, compassion, and problem-solving to every visit—making a real difference in people’s lives every day.

20/08/2025

Working in the paediatric space means your allied health team often becomes part of your village. We’re there to celebrate the little (and big) wins, and to hold space for you during the harder days.
Our clinic is a safe, welcoming place for families who prefer in-clinic visits—helping make the most of your funding while meeting your child’s needs in a comfortable environment.
You’ll find us on Burnett Street in Buderim… we’d love to welcome you in. 💜

18/08/2025

If you’re a DVA client seeking support with home modifications, assistive equipment, or reablement services, our experienced Occupational Therapists are here to help. We provide community-based OT services across Caboolture, Redcliffe, and the Moreton Bay region, delivering personalised solutions to help you stay safe, independent, and engaged in daily life. ✔️https://www.forbes.care/dva-services

16/08/2025

If you’ve met Sarah, you’ll know she’s one of those people who quietly keeps everything (and everyone) moving forward. Loyal, dependable, and steady under pressure, Sarah is the kind of teammate you want in your corner on the busiest of days. She’s compassionate, supportive, and always tuned in to the needs of others — making her a safe space for both colleagues and clients alike. A multi-skilled occupational therapist, Sarah enjoys the diversity of work in the community space. Her professional interests include leadership, cognitive retraining, neuroaffirmative treatment, and aged care. She has a gift for building strong, trusting rapports with her clients, ensuring they feel heard, supported, and empowered in their therapy journey.

Sarah’s contributions never go unnoticed. She’s a true team player who’s always ready to jump in, lend a hand, and celebrate the wins (big or small) with the people around her. We’re so lucky to have her on the Forbes Care team! 💙 Read more about Sarah 👉🏽 https://loom.ly/hNWv7hw

14/08/2025

Post-session thoughts from your Occupational Therapist..... ❤️

12/08/2025

We feel incredibly fortunate to have Bria leading our clinical team as Clinic Lead here at Forbes Care. Bria brings a unique combination of clinical expertise, calm leadership, and unwavering support that helps our therapists grow, thrive, and deliver exceptional care to our clients every day.

As Clinic Lead, Bria provides on-site guidance, mentorship, and problem-solving support to our team across a wide range of clinical areas—from functional assessments and assistive technology to psychosocial support and complex care planning. She’s the go-to for clinical questions, a trusted sounding board for clinical reasoning, and a key driver of our commitment to evidence-based, person-centred practice.

Bria also plays a vital role in helping our newer team members find their feet, providing structured supervision, professional development, and gentle encouragement as they build confidence in the field. Her approachable and collaborative style helps create a supportive environment where learning is celebrated and high standards of care are consistently upheld.

Having a Clinic Lead like Bria on-site means our team is never alone when navigating complex cases or making critical decisions. Her leadership ensures that every clinician—and every client—is supported with care, knowledge, and integrity.

08/08/2025

At Forbes Care, our Occupational Therapy Care Plans are tailored to support individuals and their care teams with clear, practical, and client-centred guidance for everyday tasks—especially when assistive equipment or specific support strategies are involved.

Whether it’s safe hoist transfers, mobility support, or daily living tasks, our care plans provide:
✔️ Step-by-step instructions
✔️ Visual aids and equipment guidance
✔️ Staff assistance protocols
✔️ Emergency and safety information

These plans are designed to empower support workers, enhance client safety and comfort, and promote independence—all while ensuring that everyone involved feels confident and informed.

We work with NDIS participants, DVA veterans, and Home Care Package recipients to develop personalised care plans that align with your goals, support needs, and environment.

Need a care plan for yourself or someone you support?
📞 Contact us today at hello@forbes.care or visit www.forbes.care to learn more.

06/08/2025

Understanding how someone thinks and functions in daily life is essential for planning the right supports and setting meaningful goals. The Allen’s Cognitive Level Screen (ACLS-5) and its larger version, the LACLS-5, are occupational therapy tools designed to assess functional cognition—that is, how a person uses their cognitive abilities (such as attention, memory, and problem-solving) to complete real-world tasks.

Unlike traditional cognitive assessments, the Allen’s focuses on what a person can do rather than simply measuring deficits. Through a series of simple yet carefully structured leather-lacing tasks, the assessment provides valuable insight into how someone learns, adapts, and solves problems when given verbal directions, visual cues, or hands-on guidance. These tasks gradually increase in complexity, allowing the therapist to observe patterns in performance and identify the level of support the person needs to be safe and successful in daily life.

The results of the ACLS help guide practical decisions. For example, someone who demonstrates difficulty with learning new tasks may need consistent routines, step-by-step prompts, or visual aids to help them manage personal care or meal preparation. Others may show the ability to problem-solve with occasional prompting, suggesting they can participate in more independent living with some safety checks in place. This information is crucial for determining appropriate support worker hours, planning for assistive technology, or recommending home modifications.

Equally important, the Allen’s provides a foundation for realistic and person-centred goal setting. Rather than aiming for outcomes that exceed someone’s current cognitive capacity, therapists can set achievable goals that focus on maintaining function, promoting independence, or gradually developing new skills within the person’s ability. Goals may include using a visual checklist for daily tasks, learning to operate a piece of equipment, or safely participating in leisure activities with support.

Ultimately, the ACLS supports a deeper understanding of how someone functions in their environment, helping to tailor supports that are not only safe but also meaningful and empowering. It’s a key tool for ensuring that interventions, care plans, and NDIS funding align with a person’s real needs and potential.

04/08/2025

They say it takes a village to raise a child — but at Forbes Care, it takes a powerhouse crew of scheduling wizards and admin legends to managed calendars, allocate referrals, and get our OTs safely to their clients (with coffee in hand and GPS on point).

Meet our talented admin team: Evelyn, Brooke, Olivia and Harry — the magic behind the scenes at Forbes Care 🪄

28/07/2025

Meet Toni, one of our trusted Occupational Therapists here at Forbes Care. Toni brings a clear ability to conceptualise client function and identify risks within the home environment—making her a standout in home modification assessments. With experience across a wide range of minor modifications, Toni is known for building strong, trusting relationships with her clients and advocating for practical, meaningful changes. Her deep understanding of the NDIS process, combined with her application of Disability Discrimination legislation, has helped secure successful outcomes for many clients. Toni approaches every assessment with a commitment to learning, actively engaging in supervision and continuously developing her knowledge to ensure the best results for the people she supports.

25/07/2025

As OTs, we know walking isn't just one action — it’s a complex, coordinated series of movements designed to conserve energy and keep us stable. When assessing gait, we’re observing how well the body performs the six classical determinants — each one reducing vertical and lateral displacement for efficient, safe mobility:
🔁 Pelvic rotation – improves stride length
↘️ Pelvic tilt – reduces vertical displacement
🦵 Knee flexion during stance – allows smoother weight acceptance
🦶 Ankle dorsiflexion at heel strike – allows toe clearance
↗️ Ankle plantarflexion at toe-off – provides propulsion
↔️ Lateral pelvic shift – maintains centre of gravity over the stance leg
When any of these are compromised — due to pain, weakness, neuro conditions, fatigue or fear of falling — the result is often:
- Shortened stride
- Uneven weight distribution
- Increased fall risk
- Greater energy expenditure
🔧 This is where mobility aids become compensatory tools: they help restore rhythm, support missing biomechanics, and reduce the need for inefficient compensation patterns. Whether prescribing a walking stick, rollator, or addressing environmental barriers, we’re not just “handing out aids” — we’re supporting human movement systems.

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