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We’re leaders in early childhood disability services.
For many years, Ability WA has been recognised as a leading provider of early childhood disability services. We invest significantly in employing therapists with diverse experiences who can support different levels of disability complexity. Our therapists are highly skilled in working with children from the point of their diagnosis, including infants. In fact, we are one of the few providers of early childhood disability services who work with children younger than two years old.
We also place a strong emphasis on family wellness. We believe you can best support your child when you also receive the right support, information and tools to achieve your family’s goals.
We know that accessing effective early intervention therapy services helps improve your child's therapy outcomes. We’ll work closely with your child to help them develop skills that will benefit them now and throughout their lives.
What is early childhood intervention (ECI)?
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) delivers specialised supports and services for young children who have disabilities or developmental delays, as well as their families. At Ability WA, our early childhood disability services include a range of therapies, learning activities, and special programs tailored to the individual needs of your child and your family. Through early childhood intervention therapy, we aim to give your child the best foundation for their future.
Our early childhood disability services:
For individuals:
- Occupational Therapy
- Physiotherapy
- Speech Pathology
- Dietetics
- Social Work Services
- Positive Behaviour Support
- Assistive Technology
- Swim Club
For groups:
- Aquability
- Little Ducks
- Tuning into Kids
- Sounds-Write
- Xert
- Trailblazers
- Building Blocks
- Play and Connect
- Hanen – It Takes Two to Talk ®
Special ECI services:
AssisTkids
The AssisTkids Specialised Equipment Library provides families with timely access to equipment and removes common barriers to accessing equipment, such as funding delays or delivery time.
This service is proudly supported by Telethon.
EMS
Our Early Mealtime Service supports families and caregivers of children up to five years old who are experiencing challenges during mealtimes with practical strategies you can use to improve their confidence around mealtimes and create positive experiences for the whole family.
This is a free service for eligible families thanks to the support of Telethon.
Inklings
Inklings is a program developed by the Kids Research Institute to support families of children aged between six and 18 months who are showing early differences in their communication skills. Ability WA is a chosen partner to deliver this program in Western Australia.
To learn more about Inklings and find out if you’re eligible, contact inklings@telethonkids.org.au or visit the Inklings website.
Learn more about our early childhood disability services & supports
If you would like to learn more about our early childhood disability services and supports, our friendly team is happy to help. You can call us on 1300 106 106 or contact us using the form below.
Frequently Asked Questions
What funding is available for your early childhood intervention services?
Funding for our early childhood disability services is available via Telethon and the NDIS. Our experienced therapists support children from infancy with an emphasis on family wellness and the transformative power of early childhood intervention.
How do I access your early childhood disability services for my child?
As per the NDIS early childhood approach, our early childhood intervention services at Ability WA are designed to support children who have a diagnosed disability or developmental delay or concerns.
Reach out tour helpful team by emailing info@abilitywa.com.au or calling 1300 106 106. We will guide you through the steps needed to access our services and develop a tailored service plan to achieve the best outcomes for your child.
