Private occupational therapists in Canterbury Business
Occupational therapist
Contact details
Description of service
Actionkidz
Kathryn Edmands
027-289-3549
Assesses and provides treatment for children with a range of
[email protected]
developmental needs. These include children on the autistic spectrum, with sensory processing disorder, ADHD, developmental delay, leaning difficulties, gross and fine motor coordination difficulties, organisational problems, motor planning problems and handwriting difficulties. Works in the home, in preschools and in schools.
APM Workcare
Jess Vallance
0800-UR-REHAB
Provides community-based rehabilitation services for ACC and private
027-489-4541
clients. Services include vocational rehabilitation, social rehabilitation
[email protected] 9 Shirley Rd, Christchurch Astech SRS
including needs assessment, home modification assessments, equipment provision, concussion services, and home-based rehabilitation for all ages.
Phone: (03) 963-5730
Provides community-based rehabilitation for children, adolescents and
Email:
[email protected]
adults. Aims to maintain, restore or improve skills, and improve how the person functions in daily activities. Contracted to ACC to provide Training for Independence Programmes for children and adults with injury related conditions such as traumatic brain injury. Works with private clients, and can offer advice and referrals on request.
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Private occupational therapists in Canterbury Business
Occupational therapist
Contact details
Description of service
Canterbury
Clare Jamieson
027-216-2253
Provides services to adults and children with neurological conditions.
[email protected]
Has an interest in stroke rehabilitation. Is a specialist in the
Rehabilitation Specialists
Bobath/NDT concept (a method to restore movement after stroke, head injury, chronic pain, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson disease). Contracted to ACC for Training for Independence programmes. The practice includes a full team of health professionals, available for fee paying or 3rd party funded therapy and rehabilitation.
EnableWorks Ltd
Helen Giddens
(03) 341-7234
Provides services to prevent or overcome the challenge of pain and
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injury in the workplace. EnableWorks is a team of health professionals and certified ergonomic assessment specialists. Their goal is to facilitate a safe and healthy workplace for employers and employees, with legal compliance guaranteed. EnableWorks is the NZ agent for licensed programmess bringing objectivity and consistency for businesses across New Zealand.
HealthCareNZ
Catherine Graham
[email protected]
Community Health
Provides ACC short-term rehabilitation for up to 12 weeks. Provides Maximise Independence programmes for up to 12 months.
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Private occupational therapists in Canterbury Business
Occupational therapist
Contact details
Description of service
Healthskills (NZ)
Bronwyn Lennox
027-270-4225
Provides private occupational therapy services for people living with
Ltd
Thompson
[email protected]
chronic pain. Addresses a range of issues to do with living well including intimacy, sleep, confidence to engage in a range of occupations, return to work, remaining in work, effective communication, mood management, anxiety management and fatigue management. Has a particular interest in working with women who have fibromyalgia, and both men and women with pelvic pain. Does not accept ACC referrals.
Home Action Team
Angela Bellett
(HAT)
(03) 377-7704
Has a team of 12 occupational therapists.
[email protected]
Provides housing modifications, specialist equipment, complex wheelchair and seating, vehicle modification and driving assessment, ACC needs assessments, pressure management and communication technology.
Insight
Linda Prattley
(03) 335-0541
Provides assessment and rehabilitation through ACC, insurance, and
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privately.
10 Nazareth Ave, Christchurch
Provides services for people with traumatic brain injuries, concussion, general neurological conditions, neurotoxicity, spinal cord injuries, amputation and general injuries. Provides vocational services through a partnership with WorkRehab. Prescribes standard and non-list equipment through Accessable.
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Private occupational therapists in Canterbury Business
Occupational therapist
Contact details
Description of service
Paediatric rehab
027-204-8069
Contracted to ACC to see children with injuries, especially brain injury
team
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and concussion. Sees private referrals for developmental delay and physical disability.
Port Hill Therapists
Louise Tapper
021-0231-3482 (Louise)
Provides occupational therapy in the community.
Catherine Fink
027-221-9071 (Catherine)
Supports older people to thrive in their own homes, remain safe and
[email protected]
independent, and maintain their quality of life. Provides home safety
www.porthilltherapists.co.nz
assessments and tailored treatment. Supports people with mental health issues to stay well, manage their lifestyles, and achieve work goals. No wait list. The duration of the service depends on the client’s needs. Provides all services privately. Does not accept ACC referrals.
Rannerdale Veterans Care
Louise Tapper
Provides residential rehabilitation and care, respite care, and
(03) 348-7128
[email protected]
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community support of veterans in collaboration with Access Homecare.
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Private occupational therapists in Canterbury Business
Occupational therapist
Contact details
Description of service
Socially Speaking
Justine Aldous
[email protected]
Provides assessment and therapy for children, teens and young adults
www.sociallyspeaking.co.nz
with social, sensory, and communication challenges. The occupational therapy service provides assessment and therapy for fine and gross motor skill development (e.g. handwriting), sensory processing difficulties, anxiety management and self-regulation. They specialise in The Alert Programme, a self-regulation framework to assist children to identify and manage their internal responses to situations they find difficult. They work as a team (OT and SLT) to provide a holistic assessment of the child’s strengths and challenges, along with recommendations for school and home.
Therapy
(03) 377-5280
Provides services for ex-Templeton residents.
Professionals
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Does workplace assessment for WINZ. Runs exercise groups for Arthritis NZ. Provides services to children in the Christchurch area who have a range of cognitive, sensory, social, communication and behavioural challenges.
WorkRehab
Lenny O’Connell
(03) 366-3451
Is an ACC lead supplier for Vocational Rehabilitation Services.
021-595-742
Is an ACC provider for Independent Occupational Assessment,
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Vocational Independence Occupational Assessment, Functional Capacity Evaluation and Training for Independence. Provides Navigate to Work, Steps to Success, Ready for Work and Work Ability Assessments for the Ministry of Social Development.
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Private occupational therapists in Canterbury The Canterbury DHB does not endorse or recommend any organisation or individual referenced on this list. If an occupational therapist would like to be added to this list, be removed from this list or have their information updated, please contact the Occupational Therapy liaison, Canterbury Initiative, Canterbury DHB at
[email protected].
Compiled by the Occupational Therapy liaison, Canterbury Initiative, Canterbury DHB. Updated August 2016. Occup at ional-th erapists-c ant erbu ry
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