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Progressing, advocating, and empowering occupational therapists and the profession across Australia, supporting our members and championing excellence in allied health. Learn more: www.otaus.com.au
🚨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
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
We’re live at ATSA Perth! Come and visit us at Stand 2 and join the conversation on advancing OT in WA.
#OTAatATSA
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...
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
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...
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...
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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
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.
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
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...
ATSA 2025 is happening now! Come by the OTA booth to learn more about our work and connect with industry professionals.
#OTAatATSA
Final reminder! OTA will be at ATSA 2025, and we’d love to connect with partners and stakeholders in the industry.
Stop by our booth and attend our session on OTA’s new Capability Frameworks for Assistive Technology and Environmental Modifications.
Learn more: expo.atsa.org.au/hobart-expo/
Planning your visit to ATSA 2025? Make sure to add OTA’s booth to your list!
We’ll have valuable resources for allied health professionals and those interested in assistive technology.
Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your knowledge!
Learn more: expo.atsa.org.au/hobart-expo/
ATSA 2025 is where industry professionals connect, innovate, and collaborate!
OTA is excited to engage with partners who share our vision for advancing assistive technology and rehabilitation. Modifications.
Learn more about the event here: expo.atsa.org.au/hobart-expo/
#ATSA2025 #OTAatATSA
Why visit OTA’s booth at ATSA 2025?
✅ Gain industry insights
✅ Explore career pathways
✅ Find new professional development opportunities.
✅ And much more!
Learn more here: expo.atsa.org.au/hobart-expo/
#OTAatATSA