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International Day for People with Disability 2020

Neurodiversity a competitive advantage at ExteND Testing

A program run by Curtin University is giving companies access to exceptional software testing and data

Anthony flushes his toileting fears

9-year-old Anthony has overcome his fear of toileting with support from his family and Therapy Focus’

Donated iPads help people with disability access teletherapy

Therapy Focus has donated iPads and data packages to people with disability and their families to help them

Cooking with Christine gives Ryan food confidence

12 year-old Ryan is overcoming food challenges thanks to the creativity of his speech pathologist and a

Minecraft Therapy a hit with gamers

A team of therapists are using the popular computer game Minecraft to help children and teenagers with

Teletherapy supports routine for families

Families of children with disabilities are doing their best to keep life as normal as possible with support

Our response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

We are closely monitoring coronavirus (COVID-19) as the situation unfolds and are taking steps to keep our

Ready and Regulated for Eating: Henry’s Story

For 14 year-old Henry, mealtimes were once a source a stress and anxiety But with specialist mealtime advice

Home modifications mean more independence for Michelle

For Michelle, who lives with a condition called Myelomalacia, altering the layout of her bedroom and bathroom

Mural celebrates Walliston community partnership

In early November our therapy team based in the Perth Hills joined forces with the staff and students at

Bladder and Bowel Health Australia joins Therapy Focus

Bladder and Bowel Health Australia Inc has been acquired by Therapy Focus Ltd This bringing together of the

Service Agreements come to life in new videos

A series of animated videos have been created to help explain our Service Agreements in English and five

Top marks for communication at Therapy Focus

Therapy Focus is the first organisation in Western Australia to be accredited as communication accessible by

Harrison hits the beach thanks to Telethon

Beach-lover Harrison Dunn is able to enjoy the sun, sand and sea this summer, thanks to a new beach

Ashlee has business sewn up

18 year-old Ashlee Gregori has turned a shared hobby between mother and daughter into a micro-enterprise

Staff celebrated at 21st Anniversary

On Wednesday 3 July, Therapy Focus staff, Board Directors and special guests celebrated the organisation’s

‘Gurrumul’ screening celebrates National Reconciliation Week

There’s no stopping Candice!

Five and a half year-old Candice Evans is not letting her disability get in the way of living life to the

2019 WA Disability Support Awards

This year Therapy Focus was proud to sponsor the WA Disability Support Awards and recognise those who

Introducing our new CEO Angelena Fixter

Following an extensive national recruitment process, Angelena Fixter has been appointed the new Chief

Communication wins for Team Travis

A collaboration between Therapy Focus and partner organisation Interchange has helped Travis become a

KONGA megaclass highlights importance of ‘me-time’

Fitness instructor and mother of four, Tyare Pugh, is inviting the Perth community to take part in a free

Quality Evaluation: Provide your feedback

In April, the State Government Department for Communities’ Disability Services will conduct an independent

SOS makes feeding fun

A group of Therapy Focus clients with feeding difficulties are finding the fun in mealtimes thanks to an

Behaviour Support Leads to Positive Changes

Ask any parent how they feel when their child throws a tantrum or has a public meltdown and most will tell

CEO Matt Burrows steps down

After seven years at the helm of Therapy Focus, Matt Burrows will step down as CEO to return to Broome –

Thumbs up for Key Word Sign workshop

Earlier this month a group of parents, carers and educators learned the basics of Key Word Sign at a workshop

NS Projects Give the Gift of the Great Outdoors

On Saturday 27 October, a team of volunteers from project management company NS Projects conducted a

Customer survey: We hear you!

Every two years Therapy Focus invites people accessing our services to provide feedback by completing a

Les finds purpose at Jackson’s

Busselton resident Les Slayford has a new-found sense of purpose since securing work experience at

Sofia Speaks Up About Autism

11 year-old Sofia Schiaffini has won an award for her speech about autism in this year’s Speak Up

Communication clinic improves device access

Students help illustrate storybook about kindness and inclusion

A children’s storybook featuring illustrations created by WA primary school students has been unveiled at a

Resource library helps Zechariah achieve his therapy goals

Therapy Focus celebrates 20 years

On Friday 20 July, 500 guests including Therapy Focus staff, alumni and special guests celebrated the

NDIS helps Hau achieve more independence

Hau Le is a young man with goals and aspirations to live a more independent life Prior to accessing supports

NAIDOC Week celebrates special women

This year’s theme, 'Because of her, we can', celebrates Aboriginal women and the essential role these

New NDIS therapy pricing limits outcomes

Therapy Focus has condemned a recommendation made for the pricing of therapy services in an Independent

Sweet experience for girls with autism

On Friday 5 April, the same day the United Nations met to discuss the importance of empowering women and

‘Coding club’ harnesses unique talents of youth with autism

Extraordinary attention to detail, a very literal mind and the ability to look at things differently are just

School holiday group gets out and about

Shona’s standing tall

13 year-old Shona Heard is seeing the world anew thanks to her new sit-to-stand

Doors open to South West community

On Friday 23 February around 50 guests came together to celebrate the opening of Therapy Focus’ first

Mentoring at the Men’s Shed

A group of 18 young men living with intellectual disability have gained vital job skills through a Men’s

From wheelchair to walking

12 months ago 9 year-old Jaydan was completely dependent on his wheelchair and only just learning to stand

David’s breathing easy with speech pathology

As a 7 year-old, David Barker, who has intellectual disability, was non-verbal and showing no progress

Small steps make a world of difference

Parents always want the best for their kids, but how do you give them the best when life’s given them a

Empowered through dance

A dance program being run across Perth is giving adults of all abilities the opportunity to express

Community art for Disability Awareness Week

In celebration of Disability Awareness Week, Therapy Focus’ Margaret River Team hosted a free art workshop

Drumming up teen social skills

Therapy Focus’ Drumbeat group is helping teenagers with disabilities connect with one another and develop

New Zealand Exchange Inspires Therapy Focus Staff

Liam dances up a storm

18 year-old Liam Byrne has taken on the best of the best in hip hop dancing at an international competition

Therapy helps crash survivor get back to normal life

A man who was flown to Royal Perth Hospital from Margaret River after a large tree branch fell onto his

Team work makes the dream work for Phillip

With support from both Intelife and Therapy Focus, 19 year-old Phillip Kalimeris has established his own

Nursery Rhyme Time Program Hits the Right Note

Some of Therapy Focus’ youngest clients have been developing skills and stretching their imaginations with

Specialist support crosses the sea

Therapy Focus clinicians are crossing oceans to provide specialist support to children like 7 year-old

TOMS the perfect fit for Therapy Focus

Launching on Monday 14 August, global giving company TOMS will host a pop-up shop at Westfield Whitford

Hristijan’s backyard blitz

Perth based project management company NS Projects has built a custom backyard for 12-year-old Hristijan

Ben Tries to Fly launches from Perth Town Hall

Thursday 24 August saw the annual Therapy Focus Art Competition culminate at Perth Town Hall with the