Developmental delay support · Provider listing
Developmental delay Support at Ability Rehab — Ivanhoe East, VIC
Ability Rehab in Ivanhoe East, VIC lists services that overlap with paediatric occupational therapy for developmental delay.
Services Ability Rehab offers for developmental delay
Developmental delay can affect how children acquire skills across different areas, including fine motor abilities. Fine motor skills—such as grasping, pinching, and hand-eye coordination—are essential for everyday activities like eating, dressing, writing, and play. At Ability Rehab in Ivanhoe East, our occupational therapists work with children to build these foundational skills through targeted, play-based interventions. Examples include threading activities to strengthen finger dexterity, scissor skills practice to develop hand strength and control, and manipulative play with small objects to improve coordination. We also use adaptive equipment and graded challenges to help children progress at their own pace. If your child has an NDIS plan, Ability Rehab is registered to support you, and fine motor therapy can be funded through your plan allocation for the 2025-26 financial year. Our approach focuses on building confidence and independence, helping children develop the motor skills they need to participate fully in school, home, and community activities.
Contact Ability Rehab
Your enquiry is sent to the clinic and a copy is sent to you. Mention developmental delay when you reach out so the clinic can confirm fit and current availability.
- Phone
- 0478 491 188
About developmental delay
Developmental delay describes when a child has not yet reached one or more developmental milestones in the expected timeframe. It is a description, not a single diagnosis.
Other providers in VIC supporting developmental delay
- Allay Occupational Therapy Geelong, VIC Status unconfirmed Lists: Fine motor
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- Building Blocks Therapy Across VIC, VIC Status unconfirmed Lists: Fine motor
- Bumble Bea Occupational Therapy Across VIC, VIC Status unconfirmed Lists: Fine motor
- Capable Therapy Bendigo, VIC Status unconfirmed Lists: Fine motor
Other conditions Ability Rehab may support
Common questions
How do I know if my child has a fine motor delay?
Signs may include difficulty holding utensils, trouble with buttons or zips, messy handwriting, or reluctance to engage in drawing or craft activities. An occupational therapist can assess your child's skills and identify areas where support would help. If you're concerned, a referral from your GP or early childhood educator can guide next steps.
Can occupational therapy diagnose conditions like autism or ADHD?
No, occupational therapists cannot diagnose autism, ADHD, or sensory processing differences. However, we can identify functional difficulties with fine motor skills and other areas, and work collaboratively with other professionals like paediatricians or psychologists who may be involved in diagnosis. Our focus is on supporting your child's skills and participation.
How does NDIS funding work with Ability Rehab?
Ability Rehab is NDIS registered, meaning if your child has an approved plan, fine motor therapy can be funded through your plan allocation. We can discuss how therapy sessions fit within your budget for 2025-26 and help you understand what's covered. Contact us to discuss your child's plan and how we can support you.
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Listing details last refreshed on 25 May 2026. Sourced from public clinic listings. Confirm directly with the clinic before booking.
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