Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist?
Exercise Physiologist or Physiotherapist? When it comes to improving health, mobility, and physical function, both Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists play essential roles. However, Exercise Physiology offers a more comprehensive, long-term approach, especially for individuals with disabilities, including those accessing the NDIS (National Disability Insurance Scheme). What is an Exercise Physiologist? Exercise physiologists (EPs) specialise in […]
Is there quality of life with Spinal Cord Injury?
Is there quality of life with Spinal Injury? 13 years ago when my husband broke his neck, one of the nurses in intensive care said to my husband’s poor mum, ‘oh don’t worry, they get about 30 years out of them now’. That was our introduction to Spinal Cord Injury. Not only that, but […]
Can Exercise Physiology help ASD and ADHD symptoms?
Living in rural Queensland, although not far from the sunshine coast, finding therapists for your children with ASD and ADHD, can be a challenge. The Quad Care team of Allied Health in Woodford, Queensland, has a strong multidisciplinary cohesive team of occupational therapist’s, speech therapists, exercise physiologist and allied health assistants. We work collaboratively together […]
What does an Allied Health Assistant Do?
What does an Allied Health Assistant Do? Allied health assistants work under the supervision of qualified allied health professionals, our AHAs assist in implementing therapeutic programs and supporting clients in their rehabilitation and wellness journeys. At Quad Care, our Allied Health Assistants (AHAs) play a crucial role in delivering comprehensive healthcare services across the Sunshine […]
Benefits of Hydrotherapy
Benefits of Hydrotherapy Hydrotherapy offers numerous health benefits, making it a popular choice for wellness and rehabilitation. At Quad Care’s Archer Street Hub in Woodford, we provide specialised hydrotherapy services that utilize the therapeutic properties of water to enhance mobility, strength, and overall health. Whether you’re seeking treatments on the Sunshine Coast or in Woodford, […]
What is the Carer or Caregiver Burden Scale?
What is a Carer or Caregiver Burden Scale? The Carer Burden Scale is a reflective tool designed to assess the impact of caregiving responsibilities on the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of carers. If your occupational therapist has suggested completing this scale, it’s an opportunity to take stock of the load you’re carrying. For many […]
What does a Disability Support Worker Do?
What Does a Disability Support Worker Do? Disability support staff play an essential role in helping individuals with disabilities lead fulfilling and independent lives. At Quad Care, our disability support and home care staff go beyond providing basic assistance—they empower Australians to achieve their personal goals and be parts of their communities. As a leading […]
Best disability support company Moreton Bay
How to Choose the Right Disability Support Company as a Support Worker Working as a disability support worker is more than just a job—it’s a way of life. At Quad Care, we believe in building a team of compassionate, skilled, and driven professionals who share our passion for empowering clients to live fulfilling lives. […]
How to Choose the Right Disability Service Provider?
Choosing the Right Disability Service Provider With the rapid growth of providers since the introduction of the NDIS, finding the right disability service provider can feel overwhelming. So, how do you know if a provider is the right fit? Here are some practical ways to identify a provider that delivers on their promises without the […]
Quad Care NDIS Advocacy
NDIS Client Advocacy at Quad Care If you’re an NDIS client on the Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay or Somerset Regions, we got you. Over the last ten years since the inception of the NDIS we have watched the disability space change like a two-year-olds undies. Rules and updates are in and out as […]
Driving safely with NDIS clients
Ensuring Fleet Compliance and NDIS Client Transportation Safety with Geosecure For NDIS Allied Health and Disability Service providers, like Quad Care providing transport services to NDIS clients, safety and compliance are top priorities. Managing a fleet to ensure it meets strict safety standards while providing comfort and security for vulnerable passengers can be challenging. Quad […]
What is the Movement ABC?
What is Movement ABC-2? A Guide to Assessing and Supporting Motor Skills Movement ABC, short for Movement Assessment Battery for Children, is a widely used tool by allied health professionals such as Occupational Therapists and Exercise Physiologists for assessing motor skills in children. This standardised assessment helps identify children who may have motor difficulties impacting […]
What is a Therapy Plan?
What is a Therapy Plan? A Therapy Plan is a personalised roadmap designed to guide an individual’s journey toward improved health, independence, and quality of life. At Quad Care, each therapy plan is created by our team, with the persons unique needs and goals in mind, developed collaboratively with families, by our team of allied […]
What is Alternative Communication
What is Alternative Communication? Communication is a human right. Alternative communication strategies are designed to meet individual needs, whether the difficulty is temporary, such as recovering from surgery, or lifelong, as in cases of cerebral palsy or autism. The two main categories of alternative communication are; Unaided Communication This form includes methods that don’t require […]
NDIS Support in State Schools
A Guide to NDIS Support for Quad Care Students in Queensland State Schools If you’re a parent of a Quad Care student in a Queensland state school and want to bring in extra NDIS support during school hours, it’s entirely possible! However, it requires some steps to ensure both the school’s teaching goals and your […]
What is a NDIS Client Handbook?
Quad Care’s Client Handbook: A Guide to Your Supports At Quad Care, we believe in providing care that is tailored to each individual’s needs. Our Client Handbook is an essential resource designed to introduce you to our services and ensure that you receive the best support aligned with your NDIS plan. This handbook is […]
NDIS Service Agreement
What is an NDIS Service Agreement? An NDIS service agreement is a legally binding document between you (the client) and Quad Care, which clearly outlines the services and supports you will receive under your NDIS plan. It ensures that both parties have a mutual understanding of the expectations, rights, and responsibilities, minimizing the potential for […]
Medication Assistance at Quad Care
Medication Management at Quad Care: Empowering Clients While Ensuring Safety At Quad Care, our medication administration policy is designed around client autonomy and safety. We focus on supporting NDIS and Aged Care clients in managing their medications independently, wherever possible, while providing tailored assistance when needed, and only if needed! Our trained support staff are […]
What is a Functional Capacity Assessment?
What is a Functional Capacity Assessment? Functional Capacity Assessments (FCAs) are comprehensive evaluations that measure an individual’s ability to perform daily activities, considering both physical and cognitive functions. At Quad Care, we recognise the critical role FCAs play within the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) framework, ensuring that individuals receive tailored support to enhance their […]
Quad Care’s Disability Support and Allied Health Service Ecosystem
Discovering Quad Care’s Ecosystem: Comprehensive Support Under One Roof At Quad Care, we believe that providing exceptional care means more than just offering individual services. It’s about creating a seamless, integrated ecosystem where every aspect of support is interconnected and accessible. Our goal is to make it as easy as possible for our clients to […]