Self Care Skills for Children in Adelaide
Building independence through everyday skills
Self-care skills are the foundation for a child’s independence and confidence. Tasks like brushing teeth, getting dressed, washing, managing toileting and feeding can be challenging for some children, impacting their confidence and independence. Our occupational therapy focuses on empowering kids to build these skills step by step, creating smoother routines for families and fostering independence.
Our occupational therapists are registered with AHPRA, members of OT Australia, and support children with self-care and daily living skills as a core area of OT practice
Key challenges we can help with
Helping your child overcome self-care challenges
Difficulty with dressing and grooming
Difficulty with dressing and grooming: Struggles with zippers, buttons, tying shoelaces, or brushing teeth can lead to frustration.
Toileting challenges
Difficulty with toileting or managing hygiene independently.
Resistance to daily routines
Avoidance of self-care tasks because of sensory challenges, fine motor difficulties, overwhelm from the demands of a request or regulation challenges.
Challenges with sleeping
Finding it hard to settle into or stick with a bedtime routine that works or sleep through the night.
Resistance to self-care tasks is often connected to sensory processing differences or regulation challenges — our OTs look at the whole picture to understand what’s driving the difficulty
How SPOT Can help your child
Working towards confident and capable independence
Improved self-care skills
Helping your child develop the skills needed for dressing, grooming, and managing hygiene.
Increased independence
Supporting your child to take charge of their routines with confidence.
Reduced stress for families
Creating smoother, more predictable routines for caregivers and children alike.
Empowered caregivers
Providing strategies to support your child’s progress at home in a way that works for your family.
Addressing your questions and concerns
“How can therapy help with toileting challenges?”
We help to identify what your child is ready for, break down toileting into manageable steps working on key skills needed for toileting, and provide strategies for both the child and caregivers to achieve progress.
“My child resists getting dressed—what can we do?”
Therapy explores strengths and motor skills required, and sensory considerations for your child offering practical techniques and tools to support dressing routines.
“Will therapy make daily routines easier for me as a parent?”
We work with families to support your routines and reduce stress around self-care activities.
Self-care and daily living skills are commonly supported through NDIS funding under the Activities of Daily Living (ADL) category. Our occupational therapists can assess your child’s needs and provide therapy and recommendations as part of an NDIS plan
Self care for children in Adelaide. Our clinic in Hove, SA is accessible from Brighton, Glenelg, Somerton Park, and Marion.
Do you have more questions? Check out our FAQ page, or contact our friendly team to discuss your concerns.
Tailored therapy for your child’s development needs
Personalised assessment
The first step is understanding your child’s specific strengths and challenges through conversations, observations, and assessments. This helps us put together an individualised plan just for them.
Interest driven, tailored sessions
Our sessions are designed around your child’s strengths and interests, making therapy engaging and comfortable. We aim to foster a relaxed environment where children feel free to explore and grow.
Parent involvement and home support
We value the role that parents and caregivers play in their child’s journey. You’ll have the option to participate in sessions and receive home practice strategies to reinforce your child’s progress between appointments.