Elk Health

Occupational Therapy servicing Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland and Central Coast and surrounds

15/03/2026

Last week at Elk Health our team has been busy supporting clients across the community.

Here’s a snapshot of what our week has looked like:
✈️ One of our Occupational Therapists flew from Newcastle to Brisbane to complete an assessment for a client.
♿ Another OT is assisting a client with a wheelchair upgrade to improve their independence and daily mobility.
📝 One of our clinicians is completing a Functional Capacity Assessment and report for an NDIS participant with Down syndrome to support a plan review and request additional supports.
🌏 Our Therapy Assistant is currently on leave exploring Japan (we love seeing our team enjoy their downtime!).
📞 And of course, our incredible Client Services Officer is keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
Community-based occupational therapy means every day is different, and we feel privileged to support our clients to live more independently in the environments that matter most to them.

01/03/2026

This is us, the Elk Health crew.

The people behind the home visits, the equipment trials, the reports, and the “okay, let’s figure this out together” moments.

Between us you’ll find coffee lovers, list‑makers, big feelers, quiet thinkers and serial problem‑solvers who are all united by the same thing: helping people feel safer, more confident and more independent in their everyday lives.

17/02/2026

Today our team came together in the beautiful Muloobinba boardroom at in Newcastle for a full training day. With team members based across different regions, from Sunshine Coast to NSW Central Coast, it was fantastic to have everyone in the same room.

We spent the day:

✔ Deep-diving into our new Practice Management system

✔ Reconnecting with our values and how we live them every day

✔ Sharing updates

✔ Welcoming new team members

✔ Taking part in a photo shoot to refresh our website, ID cards and individual profiles

Bringing our hybrid teams together is really important to us. These days strengthen relationships, support collaboration and ensure we stay aligned in how we work for the people and communities we support.

We were also spoiled with delicious catering by Ms Mary at Crystalbrook Kingsley.

📸 More snapshots from our training day to come.

05/02/2026

✔️ Supporting confidence with hand washing

✔️Helping get a bidet sorted

✔️Scripting a new powered wheelchair

✔️Building skills to help someone move out of home

✔️ Trialling a new bed

Behind the scenes we have been in training mode, upskilling now, with more learning to come, so we can keep bringing fresh ideas back to the people we work with and welcoming new staff.

Lots of small steps. Lots of real‑life wins.
That’s a week at Elk.

02/02/2026

Something new is on the page at Elk Health…

Fresh business cards printed, computer set up, ready for her first day.
We're getting everything in place for our new team member.

27/01/2026

Freedom shouldn't stop at the front door. 🚶‍♀️
A falls alarm watch isn't about being restrictive, it's about being free.
It's your backstage pass to keep doing what you love: morning walks, coffee catch-ups, pottering in the garden. One press and help is on the way if things go pear-shaped.
OT isnt about wrapping people in cotton wool, but finding smart solutions that keep you connected to your community and your independence.
Your life. Your way. Just a bit safer. ✨
Questions about falls prevention? Send us a message

25/01/2026

Independence doesn't look the same at 25, 55 and 85.

At 25 it might be: getting back to work after an injury or meeting a partner
At 65: keeping up with the grandkids or making your home more accessible
At 85: making your own cuppa safely and staying at home

Different ages, same goal – a life that still feels like yours.

23/01/2026

Hit 'send' on a referral and then… wonder what's happening?

With Elk, it's: receive referral → make contact → complete assessment → communicate clearly → share report → follow‑up as needed.

No black holes. No chasing. Just a team that keeps you in the loop. Link in bio to our website where you will find our referral form

20/01/2026

The bathroom: tiny room, big safety risks.

The good news? A few small tweaks can make it way less scary – think non‑slip mats, better lighting and grab rails that actually get used (not just admired). Here are a few bathroom products our clients love. .australia .beauty

Simple changes. Big confidence boost.

18/01/2026

What does a day at Elk actually look like?

Coffee. Playing “car boot Tetris: equipment edition”. Quick calls to referrers. Changing the whole plan because someone’s having a tough day.

And through all of it, we’re asking one question: “What will make life easier and more fulfilling for you?”

04/01/2026

Staying independent doesn’t mean doing everything alone 🔔
Personal alarms come in lots of options — pendants, wristbands, fall-detect alarms, and mobile alerts. There is something to suit different needs and lifestyles. A small tool that can make a big difference to confidence and safety.

03/01/2026

We’re big believers in teamwork 🖤
Occupational therapy is always better when we work alongside an amazing multidisciplinary team. Sharing ideas, skills, and perspectives helps us support people in the best way possible.

Address

PO BOX 278
Warners Bay, NSW
2282

Telephone

+61485989490

Website

http://www.elkhealth.au/

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