Community Therapy

15/04/2026

"I'm not worried I'm going to fall over"

Lynne has been attending one of our senior exercise groups that are funded by the Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network and is feeling stronger and confident 💪🏼

Did you know that the risk of falls can be decreased by progressive resistance (strength) and balance exercises?

We run groups across the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie and Maitland regions at present.

If you or a loved one needs help with falls prevention, reach out to us! 💙

14/04/2026

Did you know we have a range of courses for OTs?

Our prescribing rails course is a popular one!

This on-demand training is approximately 30 minutes and covers:

✅ Introduction to Grab Rails versus Handrails
✅ The influence of Australian Standards on design and positioning
✅ Assessment of Person, Environment & Alternatives
✅ Considerations for handrails and grab rails in primary areas of the home including access and bathrooms
✅ Recommendations including a sample scope of works

You can sign up individually or request a bulk enrolment here - https://loom.ly/FvwO_Oo

13/04/2026

Big welcome to the 4th year Uni students who started their Physio placement with our last week!!! 🙌🏼

🎓 They are 4th year students at The University of Newcastle, Australia and will be partnering with our senior Physiotherapy team for their clinical placement supervision.

We are grateful to be able to support allied health students as it aligns strongly with our values of expertise and community 🤩💙

Professional development, education and mentoring are key components of our Allied Healthcare model and we've had great feedback from those involved in our student placements in the past!!! ⭐

Welcome to the team! 🤗 We hope you have an amazing experience!

12/04/2026

Personal Care and Manual Handling Training...

A high percentage of aged care and ndis worker injuries occur when supporting participants with personal care activities

Our online training supports mobile workforces to learn safe skills in this space

We can onboard organisations to our LMS or embed training in their LMS

Reach out on our website for a bulk enrolment quote - https://loom.ly/mkp_0iI

10/04/2026

Pressure Injuries are a real concern in the Aged Care and NDIS sector

Yes, there is a lot of compliance in this area with respect to the standards or quality indicators...
..but it is the human experience that is the most important to recognise

Pressure injuries can really impact a participants quality of life...
..so prevention is really important

In this bite-sized course you will learn:
✅ Risk factors and risk areas
✅ Assessment Tools
✅ Classification and staging of pressure injuries
✅ Intervention Pathways

The license of this course also includes downloadable resource, which will facilitate the completion of a full skin assessment and the development of a management plan.

The Pressure Injury Care Report Card includes:
✅ Screening (Waterlow Pressure Ulcer Risk Assessment)
✅ Skin Assessment and staging
✅ Intervention Pathways
✅ Reviewing

You can sign up individually or request a bulk enrolment for your team here - https://loom.ly/VXAyvg8

09/04/2026

Building strength at every age! 💪🏼

Did you know that some residential facilities have gyms designed for residents to stay active and strong? Our Physiotherapists work with people of all ages to improve mobility, build strength, and maintain independence.

Regular strength training helps reduce the risk of falls, enhances balance, and makes everyday activities easier. Because feeling strong and capable shouldn’t have an age limit.

As we continue to expand our partnerships with RACFs, we strive to provide the highest standard of care to improve the quality of life for older Australians in our region 👴🏼👵🏼

Please get in touch if you're a RACF or community aged care provider and would like to work together to make a positive impact on the lives of older adults 🚀

📢 admin@communitytherapy.com.au or 1300 031 935

05/04/2026

Are you looking for a manual handling course for your team?

Or yourself?

For Aged Care and NDIS organisations...
..injuries and workers compensation premiums are a real problem

We have a range of manual handling courses...
..from using slide sheets and lifters to getting on and off buses for community transport
..all the way through to personal care, kitchen and commercial laundries

We can also embed our courses within an organisations LMS

Reach out to us for a demo or sign up today - https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/courses/manual-handling-training/

31/03/2026

Did you know we have a range of courses for OTs?

Our prescribing rails course is a popular one!

This on-demand training is approximately 30 minutes and covers:

✅ Introduction to Grab Rails versus Handrails
✅ The influence of Australian Standards on design and positioning
✅ Assessment of Person, Environment & Alternatives
✅ Considerations for handrails and grab rails in primary areas of the home including access and bathrooms
✅ Recommendations including a sample scope of works

You can sign up individually or request a bulk enrolment here - https://loom.ly/FvwO_Oo

Our on-demand course on how to prescribe grab rails and handrails is suitable for Occupational Therapists working in all settings.

29/03/2026

Personal Care and Manual Handling Training...

A high percentage of aged care and ndis worker injuries occur when supporting participants with personal care activities

Our online training supports mobile workforces to learn safe skills in this space

We can onboard organisations to our LMS or embed training in their LMS

Reach out on our website for a bulk enrolment quote -

Our online Personal Care Manual Handling training is suitable for staff working in aged care & the NDIS to improve their manual handling skills.

27/03/2026

When Mum joins one of our exercise groups, the whole family notices. 😊

She says she's feeling more confident than ever.

The group is full of happy, welcoming faces.

And the instructor? She can't speak highly enough of them.

Her daughter has seen the difference at home too — "She's happier, she's got more energy, and she's getting off the lounge without groaning!"

What has group exercise done for her in three words?
..Confident
..Active
..Social

Whether you're looking to stay active, get stronger, or just find a fun group to move with — we've got a program for you.

🔹 Primary Health Network funded early intervention program for older adults
🔹 Commonwealth Home Support Program exercise groups
🔹 Custom group programs in partnership with aged care providers and retirement villages

👉 Get in touch today to find the right group for you!

Drop us a message or visit https://loom.ly/O6TQeUY to learn more.

26/03/2026

NDIS planning is changing...
...while the goal is a more sustainable and consistent scheme, many in the sector (including us) have concerns.

The way NDIS plans are built is about to undergo a fundamental shift.

If you’re a participant, family member, or provider, it’s time to get across Support Needs Assessments (SNAs).

Traditionally, participants have gathered evidence including Functional Capacity Assessments, and plan review documents to help with their plan review.

From mid-2026, the NDIA will transition to using:

The I-CAN tool: A standardised assessment conducted by NDIA assessors.

An algorithm: This data-driven tool will fundamentally determine a participant's supports and plan budget.

🤔 What are the concerns?

While the goal is a more sustainable and consistent scheme, many in the sector (including us) have questions.

Transparency: How does the algorithm actually calculate a plan?

Human oversight: What happens if the algorithm gets it wrong? Is there a clear, timely process for a human to override the data?

💡 A shift in focus

For clinicians, there is a silver lining: We do want to spend less time writing reports that may never be read, and more time helping people living with disabilities to build capacity and work towards there goals.

The NDIS is a world-leading scheme, and we all want it to be sustainable, but we also need it to be fair, transparent, and person-centered.