Specialist Services

Computer Assistive Technology Services (CATS) provides information, advice and support regarding technology options for people with disabilities. Assistive technology offers people with disabilities increased independence in the areas of computer access, communication and access to everyday appliances at school, home and work. CATS is staffed by speech pathologists and occupational therapists with a high level of expertise in assistive technology.

Family Resource Links (FRL) program aims to strengthen connection between communities and families in the Macarthur area who have young children (0-8 years) with disabilities or developmental delays by providing access to community services and support networks.

The Leaving Care Program Mentoring Service is a person centred service, aimed at help young people to develop the confidence and skills they need to make informed choices and lead fulfilling and productive lives.

The NSW Paediatric Spinal Outreach Service (PSOS) is a joint project of the SpineCare Foundation and Northcott funded by NSW Health. The team provides services to children and young people aged 0-18 years, who have a spinal cord injury as a result of trauma or disease.

Northcott Disability Services Bankstown, Liverpool and Fairfield Therapy Transition Program provides therapy for children who are going to school the following year

Western Sydney Therapy Service (Cumberland/Prospect and Nepean) provides speech therapy and occupational therapy to children 0-18 years who have significant and/or complex needs.

School Age Therapy Program – South West Sydney Therapy Team aims to fulfil each child’s potential, promote their independence and ensure their therapy needs are addressed

Therapy Transition to School Program – South West Sydney Therapy Team provides support for pre-school aged children with a global developmental delay who require school transition support for their first year at school.

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