How Can Occupational Therapy Help With Sleep?
By Daniel, Occupational Therapist at Cas Health Occupational Therapy Everyone knows that sleep has a cruel sense of humour. The harder you chase it, the faster it runs. It is 2 am. Your body is exhausted, but your brain has opened twenty mental tabs. Tomorrow’s appointments. An unfinished email. Something awkward you said years ago. […]
TAC Occupational Therapy in Melbourne: Cas Health
A transport accident can sometimes turn ordinary things into the hardest parts of the day. Things you used to do without giving them a second thought like having a shower, cooking a meal, getting dressed, or simply leaving the house may suddenly require far more energy, planning and willpower than they did before. It can […]
Occupational Therapy for Retirement Living
In 2024 – 25, the Australian Bureau of Statistics counted 4.5 million retired Australians aged 45 and over. The retirement-living sector estimates that about 250,000 older Australians now live in retirement communities. Most appear pleased with their choice. A 2024 national survey of more than 4,000 village residents found that almost 85% were satisfied or […]
Mobile occupational therapy · Melbourne’s northern suburbs Mobile Occupational Therapy in Epping, Wollert & Lalor Cas Health provides home-based occupational therapy for adults across Epping, Wollert, Lalor and nearby northern suburbs, supporting NDIS, Support at Home, TAC and privately funded clients. Cas Health Occupational Therapy Clinical guidance from Daniel Castrucci, Occupational Therapist 8-minute read The […]
Different Types of Occupational Therapists and What They Do
Occupational therapy helps people do the everyday activities they need or want to do. When illness, injury, disability, or aging makes life difficult, an OT steps in. They look at what a person is struggling with, what matters most to them, and what changes can help them live more safely and independently. For many people, […]
What Is Occupational Therapy?
What Is Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapy (OT) helps people do the everyday activities that are important to their daily life, such as showering, dressing, cooking, working, studying, caring for family, participating in the community, and enjoying hobbies. When injury, illness, disability, ageing, pain, fatigue, mobility changes, or other health challenges make these activities difficult, an […]
Understanding compassion fatigue: is compassion really what makes us tired?
What is compassion fatigue? Compassion fatigue is commonly used to describe the emotional, physical and psychological exhaustion that can occur when someone is repeatedly exposed to the distress, trauma or suffering of others. Compassion fatigue is often described as the “cost of caring”, a phrase commonly used to explain the emotional strain that can come […]
Occupational Therapy After Stroke: Recovery, Home Safety & Independence
A stroke can change life in a matter of minutes. One moment, someone may be driving to work, making breakfast, replying to messages, or planning their day. In the blink of an eye, they may struggle to speak clearly, move one side of their body, remember simple tasks, or walk safely through their own home. […]
How to Make a Shower Safe for Elderly at Home: OT-Backed Design Tips
Why Shower Safety Matters More Than Ever Showering is a daily routine but for many older adults and people with mobility limitations, it is also one of the highest-risk activities at home. Falls remain a leading cause of injury in older adults, with more than 1 in 4 people aged 65 and over experiencing a […]
From 1 July, SIL providers must be registered.
From 1 July, SIL providers must be registered. From 1 July 2026, Supported Independent Living will move into a tighter regulatory framework under the NDIS. Under the reform, some providers delivering Supported Independent Living supports will need to register with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. This is a major change for the disability sector. […]