We manage the entire process – assessment, selection, trial, purchase and implementation with clear, clinically informed support at every stage.
What is assistive technology?
Assistive technology refers to equipment, tools or systems that help someone to carry out everyday activities more easily or safely.
Assistive technology may be simple, such as kitchen utensils with modified grips, or more complex, such as power wheelchairs or home automation devices.
These devices help to overcome functional limitations, reduce physical strain, increase independence and improve comfort. They create opportunities for greater autonomy and quality of life.
Assistive technology can support
Mobility, safety and access within the home and community
- Manual or powered wheelchairs
- Portable ramps
- Mobility scooters
- Height-adjustable beds
- Kitchen aids such as adapted knives or jar openers for people with reduced hand strength or dexterity
- Stairlifts
Personal care, hygiene and daily living
- Shower chairs or stools
- Over-toilet aids
- Long-handled sponges or reachers
- Adaptive clothing aids and grooming tools
Electronic assistive technology
- Environmental control and home
automation devices
Seating, posture and pressure care
- Recliner or lift chairs
- Pressure-care cushions and mattresses
Who can benefit from
assistive technology?
Assistive technology can support a broad range of people, including:
- Adults and older individuals experiencing mobility limitations, pain, fatigue or reduced balance
- People living with neurological, physical or developmental conditions
- Children who require support to participate in play, education or daily routines
- Carers seeking safer ways to support manual handling or daily activities
- Individuals living with chronic conditions who require equipment to maintain independence at home
- Individuals recovering from injury or surgery
- Seniors and older individuals who experience age-related changes in mobility, balance, strength, or endurance
How Enabled Designs can help
Comprehensive assistive technology assessments
Our Occupational Therapists complete detailed assessments to understand each person’s abilities, challenges and goals.
This includes reviewing daily routines, observing functional tasks, assessing the home environment and discussing what matters most to the individual and their support network.
Personalised recommendations
Following the assessment, we identify assistive technology that aligns with the person’s needs. Recommendations may include standard or customised equipment, depending on functional requirements, comfort, home layout and clinical considerations.
Trial, fitting
and implementation
We work with an extensive network of trusted suppliers to arrange equipment trials, ensuring the device is suitable before funding applications or purchase. Once approved, we assist with fitting, set-up and training to help individuals and carers feel confident using the equipment safely.
Reporting for funding
and approvals
We prepare detailed written reports that outline the clinical reasoning behind each recommendation. These reports may be used to support applications for NDIS, Support at Home, TAC, iCare, WorkSafe, and other relevant funding pathways, where appropriate.
Ongoing support
As needs change, we continue to support individuals by reviewing existing equipment, recommending alternatives or updating assistive technology to maintain comfort, safety and independence.
