CAS Health

15/10/2026

Do you remember the safety instruction we hear every time we board a plane?
“Put on your own oxygen mask before helping others.”

There's a powerful lesson behind this:
You cannot help someone else breathe if you're struggling to breathe yourself.

The same goes for caring for someone you love.

You give your time, energy and heart to make sure someone else is okay. But in doing so, it's easy to forget about yourself.

Remember, your health and wellbeing matter just as much as the person you care for.

Take that break. Ask for help. Make time for yourself.

Taking care of yourself isn't selfish. It's part of caring for others.

As National Carers Week comes to a close, we want to thank all the incredible carers across Australia for everything you do. 💜

And remember, you deserve care, too.

14/10/2026

What is occupational therapy, really? 🤔

13/10/2026

Imagine this for a second. Let's say someone has all the motor and cognitive skills they need to shop for food and cook a great, healthy meal. Their body functions perfectly for the task, but they live in an area with basically zero access to a grocery store.

This is where we (an OT) can help. We look at what is getting in the way and work with you to find practical solutions. Where needed, we can also explain these barriers in an assessment reports and recommend changes or support to help you manage everyday tasks.

12/10/2026

Small things count when it comes to wellbeing. 💙
Make time for what matters to you, stay connected, move when you can, rest when you need to, and ask for support when things feel harder.

12/10/2026

NDIS decision reviews, plan variations and unscheduled reassessments serve different purposes. Click here to learn more 🧐

Understand NDIS reviews, reassessments and plan variations after the August 2026 changes, with two practical examples, deadlines and evidence tips.

12/10/2026

NDIS decision reviews, plan variations and unscheduled reassessments serve different purposes.

Our latest blog explains when each may apply, with practical examples and the updated reassessment requirements. 🧐

Read more:

Understand NDIS reviews, reassessments and plan variations after the August 2026 changes, with two practical examples, deadlines and evidence tips.

09/10/2026

09/10/2026

Struggling to stand up from your chair? 🪑 It might not be your leg strength alone!

08/10/2026

The perks of being a mobile Occupational Therapist! 😂

07/10/2026

Many carers are already struggling to keep up.

Some are already balancing work, caring responsibilities and their own wellbeing.

When funded support is reduced, the effects can be felt in everyday life, putting more pressure on families and carers, affecting relationships, employment, independence and increasing the risk of carer burnout.

Because what can be lost isn't just funding. It's time.
Time to have someone assist you with shopping.
Time to attend an appointment.
Time to work.
Time to see friends.
Time to get out of the house and be part of the community.

And when those funded support hours disappear, the need doesn't necessarily disappear with them.
Someone may still have to fill those hours.
A partner.
A parent.
A sibling.
A friend who rearranges work.
Or sometimes, there is simply no one available.
So who fills the gap?