WHAT YOU CAN REFER FOR
Support for a wide range of developmental needs.
Children and young people can be referred with or without a diagnosis, wherever there are concerns about participation in everyday life.
For Referrers
Referring a client to Motivate Kids.Helping you connect children and families with the right support.
We work alongside GPs, paediatricians, allied health professionals, educators, caseworkers and other professionals supporting children and young people.
Whether you’re referring for ongoing occupational therapy, a specific assessment or simply aren’t sure what support is needed, our team can help work out the right next step.
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Occupational Therapy
Ongoing therapy tailored to the child’s goals, needs and everyday life.
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Assessments
Comprehensive assessment and reporting to better understand a child’s strengths, needs and next steps.
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Sensory and Regulation
Support to understand sensory processing, regulation and participation across home, school and community.
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Daily Living
Support with motor skills, independence, routines, play and everyday activities.
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School & Learning
Support with handwriting, attention, classroom participation, school readiness and learning routines.
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Mealtime Support
Specialised OT support for children experiencing challenges around eating and mealtimes.
How to Refer
Referring is Simple
You don’t need to know exactly which service is right before getting in touch. Share what you’re seeing, any relevant background and what you’d like support with, and we’ll take it from there.
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Submit the referral form
Complete our online referral form and include any relevant background information, concerns or supporting documentation.
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We contact the parent or carer directly
Our team contacts the parent or carer to understand their needs, talk through the most appropriate next step and arrange intake or assessment where appropriate.
Department for Child Protection Referrals
For DCP referrals, we’ll contact the referring caseworker directly rather than contacting the family.
Funding Pathways
Funding options
NDIS
Self-managed and plan-managed participants supported.
Medicare
GP Chronic Condition Management Plan (GPCCMP) or Complex Neurodevelopmental Disorder referral (M10).
Private Health Insurance
Most extras policies cover occupational therapy. Clients should confirm benefit and rebate amount with their insurer.
Private Payment
Available for families without other funding pathways.
Assessment-Only Referrals
Need an assessment without changing therapists?
You can refer a child to Motivate Kids for assessment and reporting while they continue their ongoing therapy with you or their existing provider. Assessment options include Functional Capacity, Sensory, Developmental, Handwriting and Primitive Reflex Assessments.
- Functional Capacity Assessment
- Sensory Assessment (EASI)
- Developmental Assessment
- Handwriting Assessment
- Primitive Reflex Assessment
Our Approach
Evidence-informed, neurodiversity-affirming. Child and family centred.
Our occupational therapists draw on evidence-informed approaches and recognised clinical frameworks, tailoring support to each child’s strengths, needs, goals and everyday context.
Be a part of our Community
We believe it takes a village and we’re honoured to be part of yours.
We’d love to hear from you.
