Health Services Regional Victoria, VIC

Allied Health Services in Geelong

Comprehensive allied health services in Geelong. Access occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, dietetics, and podiatry in your home. NDIS and aged care approved. Local Regional Victoria team. Funded via NDIS Capacity Building. Call 08 6386 9999.

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Quick Facts

Key information about Allied Health Services in Geelong
FeatureDetails
Typical Cost$150-$250/hour (NDIS/HCP funded)
Funding OptionsNDIS Capacity Building, Home Care Packages, Medicare, Private
AvailabilityMonday to Saturday
Service HoursFlexible appointments including evenings
Wait Time to Start1-2 weeks for initial assessment

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About Our Regional Victoria Team

From Geelong to Bendigo, our regional Victorian teams provide care that reflects country Victoria's community values.

Transport V/Line train services connect major regional centres.
Nearest Hospital University Hospital Geelong

Local Resources in Geelong

Community

Victoria's second largest city. Growing retiree population. Strong sports culture. Maritime heritage.

Accessibility

Flat waterfront area. CBD is accessible. New developments have good accessibility standards.

Medical Centres

  • Geelong Medical Group
  • Barwon Health Community Services
  • GMHBA Super Clinic

Pharmacies

  • Geelong Pharmacy
  • Chemist Warehouse Market Square
  • Priceline Pharmacy Westfield

Transport

  • V/Line to Melbourne
  • Local bus network
  • Bellarine Rail Trail for recreation

Support Groups

  • Geelong Senior Citizens Centre
  • Barwon Health aged care programs
  • Geelong RSL seniors
Council: City of Greater Geelong Postcode: 3220 Pop: 270,000 (Greater Geelong)

Allied Health Services in {suburb}

Recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or living with disability often requires specialist therapy support. But getting to appointments can be difficult, exhausting, or simply impossible. You need expert allied health care that comes to you.

MD Home Care provides comprehensive in-home allied health services across {suburb}. Our qualified therapists deliver professional assessments and treatments in the comfort of your own home—where you’re most comfortable and where real progress happens.

The Challenge: Accessing Quality Therapy

Are you struggling with:

  • Getting to appointments? Transport difficulties, fatigue, or mobility issues making clinic visits hard.
  • Long waitlists? Waiting months to see a therapist when you need help now.
  • Disconnected care? Seeing therapists who don’t understand your home environment or daily challenges.
  • Coordinating multiple therapists? Managing appointments with OT, physio, and other specialists separately.
  • Understanding your options? Not knowing which type of therapy would actually help your situation.

We bring the therapy to you—and coordinate everything so you don’t have to.

A physiotherapist providing in-home therapy services

Our Allied Health Services

Our experienced {suburb} allied health team provides a full range of therapy services in your home.

Occupational Therapy

  • Home Safety Assessments: Identifying risks and recommending modifications to prevent falls and injuries.
  • Equipment Prescription: Assessing your needs for assistive technology, wheelchairs, or home modifications.
  • Daily Living Skills: Strategies to help you dress, cook, and manage household tasks independently.
  • Cognitive Support: Techniques for managing memory, attention, and executive function challenges.

Physiotherapy

  • Mobility & Strength: Exercise programs to improve walking, balance, and physical function.
  • Pain Management: Hands-on treatment and education to reduce chronic pain.
  • Post-Surgery Rehab: Recovery support after hip replacements, knee surgery, or other procedures.
  • Falls Prevention: Assessment and intervention to reduce your falls risk.

Speech Pathology

  • Communication Therapy: Support for speech difficulties following stroke or neurological conditions.
  • Swallowing Assessments: Safe eating and drinking strategies for dysphagia.
  • Voice Therapy: Treatment for voice disorders and vocal strain.
  • AAC Solutions: Alternative and augmentative communication device assessment and training.

Dietetics & Nutrition

  • Medical Nutrition Therapy: Dietary management for diabetes, heart disease, and other conditions.
  • Malnutrition Support: Strategies to maintain healthy weight and adequate nutrition.
  • Texture-Modified Diets: Safe eating plans for those with swallowing difficulties.
  • Enteral Feeding Support: Guidance and monitoring for tube feeding.

Podiatry

  • Diabetic Foot Care: Essential preventive care and monitoring for diabetes-related foot complications.
  • Nail & Skin Care: Professional management of difficult nails, corns, and calluses.
  • Biomechanical Assessment: Addressing foot and leg pain affecting your mobility.
  • Orthotics: Custom insoles and footwear recommendations.

Why {suburb} Residents Choose MD Home Care

In-Home Convenience

No travel stress, no waiting rooms, no exhausting outings. Your therapist comes to you, sees your real environment, and provides treatment where it matters most.

Coordinated Multi-Disciplinary Care

Need OT, physio, and speech pathology? We coordinate your care so therapists communicate, avoid duplication, and work toward shared goals.

Qualified, Experienced Therapists

All our allied health professionals are degree-qualified, registered with AHPRA (where applicable), and experienced in home-based care for NDIS participants and aged care clients.

Shorter Waitlists

While clinic waitlists stretch to months, our in-home service typically has availability within 1-2 weeks.

Funding Your Allied Health Services

NDIS Participants

Allied health is funded under Capacity Building - Improved Daily Living. We work with your plan manager or support coordinator to ensure you get the therapy you’re approved for.

Home Care Package Holders

Allied health services are a core component of Home Care Packages. We liaise with your package provider to include therapy in your care plan.

Medicare & Private

Some services may be covered under Medicare (with a GP referral and care plan) or through private health insurance. We also offer competitive private rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which allied health service do I need? Not sure? Book a free consultation and we’ll help you understand which therapist would best address your concerns. Often, we recommend starting with an OT assessment as they can identify needs across multiple areas.

Are your therapists qualified? Yes. All our allied health professionals hold relevant university degrees and maintain current registration with their professional bodies. They also have NDIS Worker Screening clearance.

Can I see multiple therapists? Absolutely. Many clients benefit from a multi-disciplinary approach. We coordinate your care so therapists share information and work toward your goals together.

Do you provide reports for NDIS plan reviews? Yes. We provide detailed progress reports and recommendations to support your plan reviews and ensure you get appropriate funding.

What if I need equipment or home modifications? Our occupational therapists can assess your needs and provide quotes and recommendations for NDIS or Home Care Package funding applications.

Start Your Therapy Journey Today

Don’t let transport barriers or long waitlists delay the therapy you need. Our allied health team comes to you, providing expert care in the comfort of your {suburb} home.

Book an Allied Health Assessment In-home appointments available within 1-2 weeks. NDIS and HCP approved.

What Our Clients in Geelong Say

"The domestic assistance has helped me stay in my family home. I don't know what I'd do without their support."

— Maureen L., Geelong

"Getting out to my Men's Shed every week keeps me going. My support worker is great company too."

— Keith N., Geelong

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