People with an intellectual disability can learn how to drive and obtain their licence, however often have additional challenges that may impact on their driving capacity. This article will outline possible difficulties people with intellectual disabilities may face in relation to driving, as well as the process involved for an Occupational Therapy Driving Assessment. [...]
In today’s technology-packed world, innovation in disability support devices and modifications have come a very long way. Nowadays, there are fewer limitations on what a disabled person can accomplish with devices that compensate for their disability or help to make tasks that little bit easier. One arena where there has been a great deal [...]
How can a stroke affect my driving skills? A stroke occurs when the brain’s blood supply becomes disrupted. In most cases, this is due to the arteries in the brain becoming blocked, but can also occur when there is bleeding in the tissue of the brain. A stroke is a serious and life-threatening condition, and recovery [...]
What is an occupational therapy driving assessment? Occupational therapy (OT) is an allied health discipline that focuses on helping people become as independent as possible. OT encompasses all areas of life – from basic self-care skills, gross and fine motor skills and meal preparation, to social skills and employment and vocational interests. One activity that [...]
What is a stroke? When the brain does not get enough blood and its oxygen supply decreases, its cells begin to perish as they become dangerously lacking in nutrients. This is the catalyst for a stroke, which occurs one of two ways: a) a blood vessel becomes obstructed (usually by plaque from cholesterol or blood clots), [...]
Background The complex skill of driving requires ordered coordination of a person’s physical, visual and cognitive abilities. The ability to drive is a crucial component of an individual’s independence and autonomy, as it allows them to access their community, travel and participate socially at their convenience. While most people can learn to drive and obtain [...]
The importance of driving For many people, the ability to drive is a critical aspect of their lives. Driving allows people to travel freely and enhances their independence and may be essential for employment opportunities and engaging with their community. However, while driving may easily be taken for granted by those are fortunate to carry out [...]
What is the NDIS? The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) began its rollout across Australia in 2016. It is the nationwide government-funded program in which Australians up to 65 years of age with a chronic medical condition or disability can avail of formal supports and therapies. To be eligible to become an NDIS participant, an individual must [...]
Importance of driving Driving is a complex activity that requires a high level of ability and coordination between one’s physical, visual and cognitive faculties. It is also the riskiest activity that most people engage in on a daily basis, although this is often overlooked. For some people, driving can cause anxiety, the level of which varies [...]
Driving independence for people with autism is achievable with the right support, including NDIS OT driving assessments and specialized lessons tailored to individual needs.
