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For many Australians living with a disability, independent living is directly tied to the equipment they use daily. Providing assistive technology (AT) is a fundamental part of the NDIS framework. It is designed to ensure participants have access to devices that reduce their reliance on physical support workers. In addition, AT can increase home safety and make community participation possible. However, the path from identifying a need to actually receiving your customised equipment involves a structured clinical process.
At Posity, we streamline the process of providing assistive technology for individuals and families across Melbourne. In particular, our expert Occupational Therapy Services ensure that any equipment prescribed is safe, perfectly suited to your needs, and structured to meet the strict funding requirements of the NDIA.
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The Clinical Process: How Equipment Gets Funded and Delivered
For this reason, the NDIS will not fund mid-to-high-cost equipment without clear clinical justification. The journey of providing assistive technology typically follows a clear four-step sequence to ensure maximum functional benefit and safety.
1. Functional Assessment
Before choosing a device, your OT must evaluate your current physical, sensory, and cognitive capacities. For adult participants, this requires detailed Adult OT Assessment and Services to document the physical or environmental barriers you face in your daily routine.
2. Equipment Trials
You should never buy expensive equipment without testing it first. To make this possible, we coordinate with leading equipment suppliers across Blackburn, Bundoora, and the wider Melbourne area to arrange hands-on trials. As a result, you can “test drive” different wheelchair models, specialised beds, or communication devices in a real-world setting.
3. Clinical Reporting and Quoting
Once the ideal item is found, your OT drafts a comprehensive Assistive Technology Assessment report. Specifically, this document legally outlines why the device is a “reasonable and necessary” expense under NDIS rules. We pair this clinical report with formal quotes from the supplier and submit it directly to the NDIA for budget approval.
4. Setup and Handover Training
When the NDIS approves the funds and the item is delivered, the process of providing assistive technology is still not quite complete. Once delivered, your therapist will visit you to complete the final adjustments. They will ensure everything is safely configured and provide comprehensive training to you and your support team.
Sourcing Tech Across Every Lifecycle Milestone
Naturally, technology needs shift drastically depending on your age and environmental demands. We tailor our equipment prescriptions to match your specific life transitions.
Sourcing Tools for Young Children
In early childhood, the goal of providing assistive technology is usually centered around play-based exploration and learning. For instance, through our Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) and Paediatric Occupational Therapy streams, we prescribe low-cost, low-risk tools such as customised pencil grips, weighted lap pads, or active seating options. We integrate these tools into a child’s routine. In this way, Occupational Therapy for Kids helps them build body awareness and concentration for the classroom.
Empowering Adolescents with Digital Tools
For older youth, independence means moving away from parental supervision. Our Occupational Therapy for Adolescents programs often focus on configuring mainstream digital technologies—such as smartwatches, specialised apps, and tablets. These tools assist with executive functioning, daily scheduling, and public transport navigation.
Adult Safety and Community Modifications
For adults, the focus often turns to major mobility and structural safety. In these cases, our mobile Community Occupational Therapy team visits you at home to evaluate complex needs. This can include prescribing custom-molded power wheelchairs or designing structural home modifications. For example, level-access bathroom conversions and custom ramps. These changes ensure you can move around your living space with total freedom.
Maximising Your Budget with Blended Care Delivery
In 2026, the NDIS places a high priority on cost-effectiveness and plan sustainability. To help stretch your Capacity Building budget further while you learn to use your new devices, Posity utilises an agile, team-based care model.
Once your Senior OT completes the initial prescription and setup, As part of this model, we frequently involve Allied Health Assistants (AHAs) to facilitate your ongoing training sessions. An AHA operates at a more affordable hourly rate under the NDIS price guide. This means you can access more frequent practice sessions to master your equipment while preserving your funding pool.
Furthermore, if you live in regional Victoria or have a hectic schedule, our specialised Telehealth Services provide an immediate digital link to our clinical team. During these sessions, we can use video consultations to answer technical questions, check your posture, or troubleshoot device settings in real-time right from your living room.
Your Trusted Assistive Technology Partners in Melbourne
Navigating the rules for sourcing equipment can be complex, but partnering with an experienced team makes all the difference. With welcoming physical clinics in Blackburn and Bundoora, Posity combines clinical expertise with deep connections to local equipment suppliers to make your equipment trials and funding approvals as smooth as possible.
Are you ready to discover how providing assistive technology can transform your everyday independence? Fill out our intake form here and let’s discuss your equipment goals in Blackburn or Bundoora today.