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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · May 20

🚨Now we’re live in Melbourne!

Stand 544 is buzzing - drop by and explore how OTA is shaping the future of assistive tech.

Let’s talk innovation, connection, and the power of OT.

#OTAatATSA #OTStrong

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · May 15

Day 2 at ATSA Perth and the conversations are still going strong! 💬🙌

Swing by Stand 2 to connect with the OTA team, share your insights, and explore how we can continue to strengthen and elevate the OT profession in WA.

#OTAatATSA #OccupationalTherapyAustralia #ATSA2025 #OTinWA

Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · May 14

We’re live at ATSA Perth! Come and visit us at Stand 2 and join the conversation on advancing OT in WA.

#OTAatATSA

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 29

OTs have supported veterans for 100+ years, but limited DVA services restrict access to comprehensive care.

OTA calls for:
✔ Higher DVA fees
✔ Better access to mental health OT
✔ Changes to treatment cycle rules

Share & use OTA’s Advocacy Toolkit: otaus.com.au/ota-2025-fed...

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 28

Join us in Adelaide for #OTAUS2025 — where the conference meets the coastline! 🌊✨

Secure exclusive delegate hotel rates before 26 May and stay close to the action.

Plan your trip: www.otausevents.com.au/otaus2025/ac...

#OTconference

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 23

Frustrated by NDIS changes and the scapegoating of therapists, OT Dave Jereb met his MP to speak up for his clients. His message reached the NDIS Minister.

With the election nearing, now’s the time to act—use OTA’s toolkit to contact your candidates: otaus.com.au/ota-2025-fed...

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 22

OTs help older people live independently, but aged care only provides 4.11 minutes of allied health support per day.

OTA calls for:
✔ Standardised needs assessment
✔ Proactive care planning
✔ Investment in OT roles & training

Share & use OTA’s Advocacy Toolkit: otaus.com.au/ota-2025-fed...

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 22

Plan your Adelaide adventure: Adelaide is bursting with flavour, fun & “best ofs” — beaches, wine, gin & more!

Join us for #OTAUS2025 (25–27 June) and make it an adventure.

Delegate accommodation rates are available until 26 May 2025: bit.ly/3GjWG0F

#OTAUS2025 #Adelaide #OTconference

Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 21

Christine is a community-based OT who recently met with her local MP to talk about the impact of aged care reforms. It was her first time doing face-to-face advocacy. Read Christine’s story and find out how you can do the same: tinyurl.com/2m5xactu

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 17

The Federal Election is just over 2 weeks away!

Let’s put #OccupationalTherapy front and centre.

Use OTA’s Federal Election Toolkit to speak up and show your support for the OT profession:
🔗 otaus.com.au/ota-2025-fed...

It’s time to make sure every candidate knows how essential OTs are.

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 16

Are you an OT working in cancer care?
This year’s #OTAUS2025 features a stream made just for you.
✔ Supporting carers at discharge
✔ OT in the home
✔ Patient priorities at end of life
Real stories, practical insights, and new ways to make a difference.
Register: bit.ly/3EFwOLX

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 15

OTs are vital in managing chronic conditions & supporting independence. But Medicare restrictions are blocking access.
OTA calls for: 
✔ More Medicare rebates for OT services 
✔ Higher session limits 
✔ Better funding for preventative care 
Act now! Share & demand reforms: bit.ly/4bsbh5v

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 11

Make your voice heard this election! Use OTA’s tool to email your local candidates in minutes. Share your story & support our priorities.
👉 Write to your local candidates: bit.ly/421h2nM
🔧 OTA’s Advocacy Toolkit: bit.ly/4bsbh5v
#OTAdvocacy #StrongerTogether #NDISReform #OTAustralia

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 10

Mental health OTs are vital, but 500,000+ Aussies miss out on care. Urgent action is needed!

OTA calls for: 
✔ Higher Medicare rebates 
✔ Better funding for mental health OTs 
✔ Expanded service access 

Act now! Share & demand better mental health support: otaus.com.au/ota-2025-fed...

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 9

Supporting older adults through meaningful occupation.
#OTAUS2025 highlights:
✅ OT for people with dementia
✅ Translating evidence-based dementia care
✅ Role and scope of OT within residential aged care
🔗 www.otausevents.com.au/otaus2025/pr...
#AgedCareOT #DementiaOT #OccupationalTherapy

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 9

1 in 4 boys in NSW public schools has a disability. Yet families still wait for a plan for foundational supports. This election, OTA calls for OT voices to be heard. Take action now - write to your candidates today using OTA’s advocacy platform: bit.ly/421h2nM
#NDISReform #FoundationalSupports

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 8

OTs empower NDIS participants, but reforms mean:
❌ Less OT support
❌ No OT input in planning
❌ More barriers
OTA calls for:
✔ Fair pricing
✔ OT involvement
✔ Co-designed reforms
Act now! Share & use OTA’s Advocacy Toolkit: 🔗 otaus.com.au/ota-2025-fed...
#StrongerTogether #NDISReform

Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 7

Women’s health is finally getting the spotlight in OT!

At #OTAUS2025, join sessions on:
✅ Women’s health
✅ Menopause support
✅ Pelvic health

Be part of a movement that centres women in occupation.

🔗 www.otausevents.com.au/otaus2025/pr...

#WomensHealthOT #OccupationalTherapy

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 2

With the Federal Election called, OTA is advocating to put Occupational Therapy front & centre!

Read our media release: shorturl.at/6Fuht

Use our Election Toolkit to make your voice heard: otaus.com.au/ota-2025-fed...

#StrongerTogether #SupportOTs #FederalElection

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Apr 1

OTs are vital for wellbeing, but the OT shortage leads to longer wait times.

OTA calls for:
✔ Supervision funding
✔ More OT student support
✔ Fast-tracked registration for overseas OTs

Share this post and use OTA’s Advocacy Toolkit to push for change: otaus.com.au/ota-2025-fed...

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Mar 28

OTA has issued a media release responding to Senator Hollie Hughes’ comments conveying the distress that families are feeling as they struggle to retain NDIS funding for their children: shorturl.at/6Fuht.

Explore OTA’s Federal Election Advocacy Toolkit and take action today: lnkd.in/gVsUw7WX

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Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Mar 28

Live in a marginal electorate? Your voice matters! Candidates listen closely in swing seats - now’s the time to push OT priorities to the top.

Check out key marginal seats: shorturl.at/i0vcq

OTA’s Federal Election Toolkit: shorturl.at/6WJgz

#StrongerTogether #SupportOTs #FederalElection

Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Mar 27

The Federal Election has been Announced! Now’s the time to put Occupational Therapy front and centre. Use OTA’s Federal Election Toolkit to make your voice heard: otaus.com.au/ota-2025-fed.... Let's make sure EVERY candidate understands the incredible value of occupational therapy.

Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Mar 26

The Treasurer delivered a targeted Federal Budget, but sadly, no support for the OT workforce. Some investment in health, disability, & aged care was welcomed.

See OTA’s Budget Response: shorturl.at/ISEem
See OTA’s Federal Budget Analysis: bit.ly/4222SBn

Occupational Therapy Australia @otaust.bsky.social · Mar 6

Our thoughts are with all our members, their clients and communities in Southeast QLD and Northern NSW who may be affected by Tropical Cyclone Alfred.

QLD: www.getready.qld.gov.au/news/tropica...

NSW: www.nsw.gov.au/emergency/tr...

Reach out to OTA team for support: otaus.com.au/contact-us?f...