Sensory processing Support at Monash Health Community Child and Family Occupational Therapy — Across VIC

Monash Health Community Child and Family Occupational Therapy supports children with sensory processing difficulties through targeted interventions addressing how their nervous system responds to everyday sensations. The clinic's sensory processing service helps children regulate their responses to sights, sounds, textures, and movement, which can significantly impact daily functioning and learning. Interventions might include using sensory swings or weighted blankets to help calm an over-responsive nervous system, or providing movement breaks and proprioceptive activities for children who seek intense sensory input. The fine motor service complements this work by addressing coordination and hand strength, as sensory processing difficulties often affect a child's ability to manage tasks like writing, fastening buttons, or using cutlery with confidence. Monash Health Community Child and Family Occupational Therapy may work with families to create sensory-friendly routines at home and school, such as establishing quiet spaces or using visual schedules to prepare children for transitions. While NDIS funding (2025-26) may support eligible participants, families should confirm the clinic's registration status and their own eligibility. An occupational therapist cannot diagnose sensory processing disorder, autism, or ADHD; however, they can identify sensory challenges and develop strategies to help children participate more fully in daily activities.