Practical home changes that help people live more safely, confidently and independently.
Our mobile Occupational Therapists assess your home, provide clinical recommendations and coordinate the process from initial assessment through to completion.
At Total Health Choice, we believe your home should help you live freely and independently, not hold you back.
Our NDIS and aged care home modifications service makes your space safer, more accessible and supportive of your daily life.
Home modifications are practical changes to your home that make it easier to move, reach and take part in the activities that matter most. Under the NDIS and Support at Home programs, these supports are considered reasonable and necessary when they help you live independently and safely at home.
Our experienced Occupational Therapists complete a full NDIS and aged care home modifications assessment, provide clear recommendations, and coordinate works with builders, engineers and Support Coordinators. The process is designed to be smooth, supportive and stress-free from start to finish.
At Total Health Choice, we proudly provide aged care home modifications and NDIS home modifications for:
Our compassionate Occupational Therapists, supported by our skilled Physiotherapists, personalise every plan to your goals, lifestyle and environment.
The aim of disability and aged care home modifications is to help you feel safe, confident and mobile in your own home so you can live independently for longer.
You may benefit from home modifications if:
If you rent, we will liaise directly with your landlord or housing provider to make sure all permissions are obtained before any work begins.
We make every stage simple, collaborative and person-centred.
Contact us directly or through your Support Coordinator or case manager to get started.
Our admin team will schedule an initial assessment. This one to three hour session includes a detailed home assessment, measurements and a discussion about your goals.
Your NDIS or aged care Occupational Therapist will complete a thorough home assessment and create a Scope of Works in line with NDIS and aged care home modification standards.
We submit reports and recommendations to the relevant body, whether that is NDIS, My Aged Care or a residential aged care facility, and manage communication for approvals.
We also coordinate with trusted NDIS and aged care builders and home modification providers in Melbourne to obtain quotes and manage documentation.
Once the works are approved, we oversee the installation and ensure all modifications meet clinical and safety standards.
Our team can provide manual handling training for carers and staff so everyone feels confident using new supports such as hoists, stair climbers and mobility aids.
After installation, we check in with you to make sure your modifications are meeting your needs.
If your mobility or condition changes, we will reassess and update your recommendations.
Small changes can make a big difference. These NDIS and Support at Home minor home modifications are low-cost, quick to install and help reduce fall risks immediately.
Examples include:
These modifications are often funded through an NDIS plan or Support at Home Package.
For long-term independence and safety, we also deliver NDIS and aged care complex home modifications such as:
We manage the entire process from design to delivery and follow the NDIS home modifications price guide to support transparency. Our team collaborates with builders, engineers and your support network to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Sometimes, accessibility can be improved with technology rather than construction.
We can recommend and install:
These disability and aged care home modifications can be funded under Assistive Technology in an NDIS plan or through a Support at Home Package, depending on the available funding.
If you live in rental or temporary housing, our team can assist with portable home modifications that are flexible and easy to remove.
Options include:
Many of these supports have low environmental impact and can move with you to a new home. We can also help arrange hire equipment so your independence travels with you.
When you move into a new home, our Occupational Therapists provide hands-on training to help you and your carers adjust safely.
We make sure everyone feels confident using supports such as ramps, hoists and stair climbers so you can live safely and independently in your new environment.
At Total Health Choice, we combine heart with high standards.
For over 14 years, Melbourne families, aged care providers and NDIS participants have trusted us for professional, compassionate and results-driven care.
Our NDIS and aged care home modification Occupational Therapists in Melbourne are known for their reliability, clear communication and commitment to client outcomes.
We help people live safely, confidently and independently at home.
We have a passionate and vibrant Occupational Therapy allied health team to deliver our services.
We believe our values of Trust, Compassion & Care are integral to serving the community. Please use our contact page to get started.
Changes to your home that make it safer, more comfortable or easier to move about are called home modifications. These may reduce falls, provide greater independence and make daily routines easier.
Home modifications are considered reasonable and necessary under the NDIS if they support daily living in your own home.
They are also an important part of supporting safety and accessibility for older people receiving Support at Home services.
NDIS and Support at Home minor home modifications are small, lower-cost changes such as grab rails, handrails, lever taps or threshold ramps. They are generally quick to install and can make an immediate difference to comfort and safety.
NDIS and Support at Home complex home modifications are larger structural projects such as ramps, hoists, accessible bathrooms and widened doorways. These require detailed assessment and reporting by an Occupational Therapist, as well as input from builders.
Yes. NDIS and Support at Home guidelines require a qualified Occupational Therapist to carry out a home modifications assessment before funding is approved.
Your OT ensures the recommendations are safe, practical and designed around your personal goals.
At Total Health Choice, our Occupational Therapists complete the assessment, prepare the required documentation and coordinate with builders and Support Coordinators to make the process simple and stress-free.
Your NDIS and aged care Occupational Therapist is your main point of contact throughout the process. They visit your home, discuss your goals, assess the environment and design practical solutions that suit your daily life.
They also prepare your detailed report for Support at Home and Scope of Works for NDIS review, help organise builder quotes, and check in after work is completed to make sure everything is safe, comfortable and works as intended.
The NDIS uses the term reasonable and necessary to describe supports that genuinely improve independence, safety or quality of life.
Our home modification providers assess your needs to determine what will make the biggest difference to your daily function and long-term wellbeing.
Recommendations must directly relate to your disability and represent good value for money. We work closely with you and your Support Coordinator to make sure every proposal is practical, achievable and focused on your goals.
For Support at Home, approval depends on assessed needs and the available funding level under the relevant assistive technology and home modifications funding pathway.
You can request NDIS home modifications through your Support Coordinator, Local Area Coordinator, or by contacting our friendly team directly through our NDIS page.
We guide you through every step, from initial assessment to preparing reports and submitting your application for approval.
Yes. For NDIS complex home modifications, builder quotes or cost estimates are usually required before funding can be approved.
Your Occupational Therapist will help gather accurate quotes that meet relevant requirements, and we will coordinate with experienced builders to keep the process clear, transparent and compliant.
Yes. You can choose your own builder, provided they are qualified and experienced in NDIS home modifications.
Alternatively, we can connect you with safe, reliable and quality home modification providers in Melbourne.
Either way, our team collaborates with your chosen tradespeople to make sure everything runs smoothly from start to finish.
Once modifications are complete, your Occupational Therapist will return to your home to make sure everything is safe, functional and meets your goals.
They will check that any new equipment is set up correctly and ensure you and your carers feel confident using it.
Where extra training or adjustments are needed, we will organise that too. Our goal is for you to feel completely comfortable and supported in your space.
The timeline depends on approval timing, the type of work and the level of complexity.
Our team keeps you informed from start to finish, with clear timelines and regular updates.
Contact Total Health Choice to discuss your home, goals and the most appropriate path towards safer, more independent living.
