My Lifeline: How Therapy Assistants
Transformed Our Lives

 

As a mother of a child with a disability, every day felt like a balancing act. My son, Alex, was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a young age, and his journey has been both rewarding and challenging. Like any parent, I wanted to give him the world, but the reality of managing his care while juggling work and household responsibilities often left me feeling overwhelmed and exhausted.

It was during one of my lowest moments that I discovered the lifeline that would change our lives: therapy assistance. I had heard about the concept before but never truly understood its impact until I experienced it firsthand.

When I met Sarah, our therapy assistant, I knew we had found someone special. Her passion for helping children with disabilities shone through from the moment we met, and I instantly felt a sense of relief knowing that we wouldn’t have to face our challenges alone anymore.

Sarah quickly became an invaluable part of our lives. She accompanied us to Alex’s therapy sessions, providing unwavering support and encouragement along the way. Her presence not only eased my anxiety but also allowed me to fully focus on Alex’s progress without feeling stretched thin.

But Sarah’s role extended far beyond therapy sessions. She became a trusted friend and confidante, offering a listening ear during the tough times and celebrating every milestone, no matter how small. With her help, I learned to navigate the complexities of raising a child with a disability with more confidence and grace than I ever thought possible.

Thanks to Sarah, our family’s quality of life has improved in ways I never imagined. Alex is thriving, reaching new milestones with each passing day, and I’m eternally grateful for the support and guidance we’ve received. Therapy assistance isn’t just about having an extra pair of hands; it’s about having someone who believes in your child as much as you do and is committed to helping them reach their full potential.

To all the moms out there navigating similar journeys, I urge you not to hesitate in seeking out therapy assistance. It may just be the lifeline you’ve been searching for.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Therapy Assistants are university-level students who are studying to become allied health practitioners. Sessions are based on the goals and plans of qualified allied health practitioners involved in the participant/client’s care.

We accept referrals from :

  • Individuals
  • Carers and family members
  • Allied Health Practitioners
  • Support Coordinators
  • Local Area Coordinators 

Please complete the form on the ‘Referrals’ page and we will be in touch soon.

All of our Therapy Assistants have National Police Checks and Working with Children Checks. We also have WorkCover Insurance, Public Liability Insurance and Professional Indemnity. We have policies and procedures as well as training and peer support for our Therapy Assistants. We have a complaints, compliments and feedback process that we encourage our clients, staff and referrers to use. 

TAA are focused on the wellbeing and safety of our participants/clients, our team and the community so we are ensuring that government standards and guidelines are being followed. With current rules, Therapy Assistants are allowed to enter the home of participants/clients as long as they maintain social distancing, practice hand hygiene before and after the session and there are no COVID-19 symptoms present for the participant/client, household members or Therapy Assistant.

Please refer to the Policies page for more Information regarding COVID-19.

Therapy Assistants Australia is a mobile service so Therapy Assistants meet the participant/client at their home or out in the community, wherever is most appropriate for the learning goals and activities to take place.

Participants/Clients and their families will enter into to a service agreement with TAA about what service, hours and goals we are both committing to. Also session plans will be developed with the Therapy Assistants, participants/clients and their families so there is a clear plan forward for each session. Refer to our Payment Policy for more information about what you are paying for.

Contact our team today to learn more about our Therapy Assistants and other allied health services.


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provides professional support at home or in the community, offering tailored assistance under the guidance of healthcare experts.

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