Developmental delay Support at Rehabilitation Specialists — Across ACT

Developmental delay can affect how children acquire skills across different areas, including fine motor abilities like grasping, hand strength, and coordination. Rehabilitation Specialists supports children experiencing developmental delay through targeted fine motor intervention, helping build the foundational skills needed for everyday activities. Our occupational therapists work with children using practical, play-based activities tailored to their developmental level. Examples include threading and bead work to develop pincer grip and hand-eye coordination, scissor skills training through cutting activities, and hand strengthening exercises using therapy putty or resistance tools. We also incorporate activities like drawing, painting, and construction play to encourage controlled hand movements and finger dexterity. At Rehabilitation Specialists in Canberra, we understand that early intervention can support children's progress toward age-appropriate milestones. If your child is eligible for NDIS funding in the 2025-26 financial year, fine motor therapy may be covered under your plan's capacity building supports. Our team works collaboratively with families and other professionals to ensure therapy goals align with what matters most to your child and family.