DREAM - BELIEVE - ACHIEVE
Empowering Children and Families with Family-Centered Occupational Therapy Services Across West Melbourne
OUR APPROACH
At EQUIPKIDS we believe that every child has the opportunity to learn, succeed and flourish if given the right support and environmental resources, discovering and using their strengths and abilities to their full potential. EquipKids offers personalised occupational therapy interventions, rooted in a family-centered approach, empowering children to thrive with a tailored therapy programme for their unique needs.
HOW WE CAN HELP YOUR CHILD
Fine Motor Skills
Mastering tasks like using a pencil, utensils, buttoning up, and tying shoelaces.
Gross Motor Skills
Learning activities such as riding a bike, maintaining balance, and catching or throwing a ball.
Sensory Processing
Promoting optimal alertness and readiness for learning and play.
Cognitive Skills
Enhancing problem-solving abilities, memory, and attention span.
Self Care
Developing independence in activities like eating, dressing, hygiene, and toileting.
School Readiness
Preparing for school by improving concentration, organization, and independence.
Play Skills
Enhancing and building on functional play skills, cooperation, and friendship-building.
Social Skills/Emotional Regulation
Establishing and maintaining relationships with peers. Managing energy levels and emotions effectively.
OUR MISSION
Our mission at EquipKids is to empower children to thrive for the best through personalized, holistic occupational therapy services. We aspire to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients and referrals by fostering growth, development, and confidence in every child we work with.
SERVICES WE OFFER
Individualised Therapy
Tailored occupational therapy sessions addressing specific needs of your child. Assessment and therapy provided at our clinic, at home, childcare, or school, focussing on fine motor skills, sensory processing, cognitive development, self-regulation, and more.
School-Based Therapy Services Collaborative Partnerships with Educational Institutions
Partnering with schools, kindergartens, and childcare centers to provide comprehensive therapy services. Conducting individual therapy sessions, assessments, and screenings tailored to each child's needs. Offering informative talks, workshops, and presentations to educators, parents, and students on various topics related to child development and occupational therapy.
Group Therapy
Discover our diverse range of group therapy sessions aimed at enhancing your child's development and social skills. From Lego Therapy to School Readiness programs, our group sessions offer fun and interactive experiences tailored to support children of all abilities.
School-Based Therapy Services Collaborative Partnerships with Educational Institutions
Partnering with schools, kindergartens, and childcare centers to provide comprehensive therapy services. Conducting individual therapy sessions, assessments, and screenings tailored to each child's needs. Offering informative talks, workshops, and presentations to educators, parents, and students on various topics related to child development and occupational therapy.
WHAT'S NEXT?
Contact Us
Get in touch with us either by phone or by filling in our booking form online, and one of our dedicated team members will be in touch to provide you further information regarding our booking process. No referral is needed to schedule an appointment with one of our Occupational Therapists.
Secure Your Child' Session
Once we've collected all the necessary information to onboard your child, we collaborate with you to schedule a convenient time and location for your child's therapy to begin with us.
Welcome Onboard
We are absolutely thrilled to welcome your child onboard!
At EquipKids, we understand the importance of finding the right support for your child's journey. They will soon meet their dedicated therapist, who will guide them through personalised therapy sessions tailored to their unique needs.
Rest assured, your child's growth and development are our top priorities, and we're excited to embark on this transformative journey together!
OUR CLINIC
Information and resources
SENSORY DIFFICULTIES WITHIN THE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT AND BEYOND
STARTING SCHOOL – HABITS AND ROUTINES
DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE DIFFICULTY WITH HANDWRITING OR NEEDING GUIDANCE GETTING STARTED?
HOLDING THE PENCIL – WHEN AND HOW?
HANDWRITING AND PREWRITING – HOW DO CHILDREN LEARN TO WRITE?
SCHOOL READINESS, WHERE DO YOU START?
Contact us
If you would like further information about our services, how to enrol your child or want to make a booking, send us a message using the contact form and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
OUR LOCATION (Map Below)
EquipKids Occupational Therapy,
Level 2, Unit 209/ 2 Infinity Drive, Truganina,
VIC 3029
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