Children’s Occupational Therapy

The Occupational Therapist works together with children and their families to address developmental concerns in the areas of gross motor, fine motor and sensory processing.

The Occupational Therapist works with children aged from 3 years of age, up to Grade 3.

Reasons for referrals may include:

Clumsiness or coordination difficulties
Sensory seeking or sensitivities to touch, movement, sound or vision etc
Difficulties using playground equipment
Difficulty using children's tools (pencils, scissors, cutlery)
Difficulty with organisation and dressing
Difficulties with fine and gross motor skill development.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a doctor's referral?

No you don't need a doctor's referral, you can self refer to all Community Health services. However it can be helpful to have your doctor or Maternal Child Health nurse fill out the referral form so that we can direct you to the right service for you and your child.

How much will it cost?

Healesville Hospital and Yarra Valley Health

Address	377 Maroondah Hwy, Healesville, 3777 and 2475 Warburton Hwy, Yarra Junction 3797
Contact	P 1300 130 381 F (03) 5962 1458
Email	CommunityHealth@easternhealth.org.au
Hours	Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 4.30pm
Car Parking	Free car parking on site.
Public Transport	Local buses operate through Yarra Junction and Healesville.

Maroondah Hospital

Address	24 Grey St, Ringwood East
Contact	Phone: 9871 3599
Email	maroondahcommunityhealth@easternhealth.org.au
Hours	Monday – Friday, 9.00am – 4.30pm
Car Parking	Limited parking on site or 2 hour street parking. Please allow extra time to find a park.
Public Transport	Local buses

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