DOTS Occupational Therapy for Children

DOTS Occupational Therapy for Children Paediatric OT service based in the Western and Northern suburbs of Melbourne. Call today to discuss The D.O.T.S. D.O.T.S. In addition to this D.O.T.S.

therapists have a wide range of experience working with children under the age of 16 with a range of diagnosis'. provides individual and group sessions at a range of locations. also provides home and community visits as needed. DOTS can provide assistance with:

* Sensory Processing
* Fine and Gross motor skills
* Handwriting
* Social skills
* Play development
* Feeding - Fussy eaters
* Language and speech development

Today is CHARGE Syndrome Awareness Day! CHARGE syndrome is a genetic condition that can affect multiple body systems at ...
07/08/2026

Today is CHARGE Syndrome Awareness Day!

CHARGE syndrome is a genetic condition that can affect multiple body systems at once, including hearing, vision, balance, and the heart. It's complex, and no two kids with CHARGE present the same way.

Today we raise awareness to improve diagnosis and access to intervention, and to spotlight the incredible resilience of these kids and their families 🧡

CHARGE Syndrome Awareness Day

Today is CHARGE Syndrome Awareness Day! CHARGE syndrome is a genetic condition that can affect multiple body systems at ...
07/08/2026

Today is CHARGE Syndrome Awareness Day!

CHARGE syndrome is a genetic condition that can affect multiple body systems at once, including hearing, vision, balance, and the heart. It's complex, and no two kids with CHARGE present the same way.

Today we raise awareness to improve diagnosis and access to intervention, and to spotlight the incredible resilience of these kids and their families 🧡


It might take a little longer (and create a little more mess), but involving children in meal preparation is one of the ...
06/08/2026

It might take a little longer (and create a little more mess), but involving children in meal preparation is one of the best ways to support their development while spending quality time together.

Meal preparation helps to develop:
🖐️ Fine motor skills
💪 Hand strength
🤲 Bilateral coordination
👀 Hand-eye coordination
📋 Following instructions
🧠 Planning and problem-solving
🔢 Early maths skills
💬 Language development
⏳ Attention, patience and persistence
🥦 Food exposure
❤️ Independence and confidence

Swipe for some age appropriate meal preparation tasks!

06/08/2026

OT favourite activity of the week alert 🚨 Foam shapes are such a simple resource, but they target so many important skills through play! 🧩

This activity can help develop:
🏃‍♂️ Motor planning
👀 Visual discrimination
🤚 Fine motor skills and in-hand manipulation
🎲 Problem-solving
🏀 Hand-eye coordination
🧠 Following instructions

Sometimes the simplest activities create the biggest learning opportunities!

A big welcome to our newest Client Connection Team member Elle! Originally from Manchester UK, Elle joins us after 9 mon...
04/08/2026

A big welcome to our newest Client Connection Team member Elle!

Originally from Manchester UK, Elle joins us after 9 months of travel through Asia (so feel free to ask her for recs next time you're in).

You'll find Elle manning the Footscray desk from 8am-4pm every day 👩‍💻

On-demand webinars online NOW! Covering a wide range of topics, all led by experienced OT's. Learn more about what's goi...
03/08/2026

On-demand webinars online NOW!

Covering a wide range of topics, all led by experienced OT's. Learn more about what's going on behind the scenes for your child and gain practical strategies to use at home.

⭐ Emotional Regulation
⭐ Sensory Processing
⭐ Neurodiversity
⭐ ADHD
⭐ School Readiness
⭐ Executive Functioning
⭐ Handwriting

For more information visit www.dotschildot.com.au/recorded-webinars-professional

03/08/2026

How good does this creamy pasta look?!

This client has been taking their cooking to the next level by managing a pot AND a pan at the same time (building working memory, cognitive flexibility, time management … the list goes on). They’re also using bilateral coordination and grip strength to serve up their own delicious bowl! What ingredients would you include in your creamy pasta? 🍝 🧑‍🍳

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115 Droop Street
Footscray, VIC
3011

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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