ADHD Support at Access Health Care — Ashburton, VIC

Access Health Care lists sensory processing and fine motor support as services available to children. For children with attention difficulties, these areas are often interconnected. Sensory processing difficulties—such as over-responsiveness to sounds, textures, or movement—can make it harder for children to filter distractions and sustain focus. Fine motor challenges may also affect a child's ability to write, use scissors, or manipulate small objects, which can compound frustration during learning tasks.

According to its listing, Access Health Care may address sensory processing through activities such as movement-based work (for example, using balance equipment or weighted items to help organise the nervous system) or exposure to varied textures and tactile input in a structured way. Fine motor interventions might include hand strength exercises, pencil grip practice, or play-based activities that build dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

It is important to note that occupational therapists cannot diagnose ADHD or sensory processing disorder; diagnosis requires a medical professional. However, an OT can work with identified attention or motor difficulties. NDIS registration for Access Health Care has not been confirmed in the current directory snapshot, so families should enquire directly about funding eligibility and whether the clinic accepts NDIS plans for the 2025-26 financial year.