ADHD Support at Play Partners — Across VIC

Children with ADHD often experience difficulties with fine motor control, which can affect handwriting, self-care tasks, and classroom participation. Play Partners supports these challenges through targeted occupational therapy that makes learning feel like play. Fine motor interventions at Play Partners might include activities such as threading beads and manipulating small objects to build hand strength and coordination, practising pencil grip techniques through structured writing games, or using adaptive utensils during mealtimes to develop independence. These activities help children develop the motor skills needed for school and daily life while building confidence. Many families access Play Partners' services through NDIS funding (2025-26 pricing arrangements), which can cover occupational therapy support for eligible children. Our occupational therapists work collaboratively with families to identify specific fine motor goals and create enjoyable, meaningful activities that children actually want to engage with. It's important to note that occupational therapists cannot diagnose ADHD; however, they can assess how attention difficulties impact functional skills and provide practical strategies to support learning and participation.