WHY FUNCTION+ //
WE'RE ALL ABOUT YOU
Experienced care. Real outcomes. Delivered to you.
Function Plus Therapy is a Sunshine Coast-based mobile allied health service providing Allied Health services in the comfort of your home.
We are a highly experienced team of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, and Allied Health Assistants delivering high-quality and evidence-based care. Our clinicians bring strong backgrounds across hospital and community settings, with advanced skills in lymphoedema management, neurological conditions, chronic disease, and complex care needs.
Our approach is centred on what matters most to you. We take the time to understand your goals and deliver tailored, practical interventions that support independence, safety, and participation in everyday life.
By working within your home and community, we ensure therapy is relevant, functional, and aligned with your everyday life. We collaborate closely with families, support teams, and other professionals to provide consistent, goal-driven care that leads to meaningful and lasting outcomes.
Whether you are accessing NDIS services, aged care support, or rehabilitation, Function Plus Therapy provides responsive, compassionate care focused on improving quality of life and maintaining independence.
FUNCTION+ SERVICES //
MAKING IT EASY
Let us do the hard work
and make life easy for you!
Function+ Therapy is a mobile rehabilitation service, providing multi-disciplinary team services including but not limited to Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy. Our team of highly experienced therapists provide assessment and intervention in clients homes or community.
COMPREHENSIVE FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENT
During the first visit with you, the therapist will complete a full assessment focussing on specific areas (for example strength, balance, cognition) depending on your condition. Part of this assessment includes discussing your goals and what you would like… read more >
INDIVIDUALISED TREATMENT AND REHABILITATION
Each person we meet is unique and treatment is tailored to suit your specific circumstances and goals. This may include recommendations for equipment, home modifications, home exercise program for you to complete or education amongst other things… read more >
HOME MODIFICATIONS
Home modifications are necessary to ensure increased safety and independence around the home. Our very experienced Occupational Therapists will come to your home and complete a comprehensive assessment to determine what type of modifications you will need… read more >
EQUIPMENT PRESCRIPTION
Many people require adaptive equipment to aid in maintaining their independence in the community or home. Our Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists can assess your equipment needs and recommend the best equipment for you… read more >
LYMPHOEDEMA TREATMENT AND COMPRESSION THERAPY
If you have been diagnosed with lymphoedema or oedema and are requiring treatment, we have experienced lymphoedema therapists who can provide all the treatment you need. We also come to you so you can be treated in the comfort of your own home… read more >
PROVISION OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Education is an important aspect of our therapy. We feel that education allows people to continue to understand their conditions and is what helps them to maintain safety and manage their condition most effectively. The types of education we provide includes but… read more >
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Assistive technology is any device, software or equipment that allows people with disabilities to complete everyday tasks that they wouldn’t usually be able to. Examples may include; augmentative communication devices, computer access aids… read more >
DRIVER SCREENING AND PASSENGER MODIFICATIONS
If your doctor has requested that you get an Occupational Therapist driving assessment to determine if you are fit to drive it can be very overwhelming. Often doctors will request this if you have had an injury or condition which affects your physical or mental ability… read more >
FUNCTION+ CONDITIONS //
EXPERIENCE & SPECIALISED CARE
Attentive and empathetic care, tailored to the need
of every client. Service with a ‘plus’.
Our therapy programs are aimed at focussing on client’s wellbeing and are designed to meet the needs of each individual person. We spend time with our clients to develop the most appropriate treatment plan and allow for ongoing progression and review over time.
Orthopaedic
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Amputation and Prosthetic
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Vestibular
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Spinal Cord Injury
Learn MoreFUNCTION+ TEAM //
OUR DEDICATED TEAM
Here at Function+ Therapy we have a team dedicated to you. With
many years of education, experience and empathy we’re highly
capable of delivering the care you need.
Carlicia Mellick
Occupational Therapist
Carlicia has had 10 years experience working as an Occupational Therapist in both the community and hospital settings. The majority of her experience has been in the community setting as she realises that people perform best when in their own environment… read more >
Emily Coningham
Physiotherapist
Emily has over 15 years experience within all hospital clinical areas as well as community rehabilitation and management of chronic disease. She has extensive experience (10 years+) as a senior clinician mentoring junior physiotherapists…read more >
Jess
Allied Health Assistant
Jess has been an Allied Health Assistant for 15+ years. Jess commenced with Function Plus in May 2024. Jess is also a qualified Massage therapist and Tai Chi instructor. Jess has worked in different settings from hospitals, community and aged care… read more >
Kim Bogatek
Occupational Therapist
Kim graduated from James Cook University, Townsville, in 2005 with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy. She has since gained extensive experience in various community and hospital roles, focusing primarily on adult rehabilitation…read more
Dana
Occupational Therapist
Dana has been with Function Plus Therapy as an allied health assistant for 3 years. Recently taking on the role of Practice Manager. Dana has a passion for assisting people in the community to live their lives to their fullest potential… read more
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FUNCTION+ FAQ //
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Get answers to our most commonly asked questions her at Function+.
Please check this guide before contacting us.
How do I access the NDIS?
We can help you apply for this funding by assisting you to complete an application form. You will need to complete an NDIS access request form which can be found at here.
We can assist you to fill out this form and will provide any letters required to further enhance your ability to gain funding.
What are my funding options?
– Some health insurance cover Allied Health care, check with your health fund first
– Chronic Disease Management referral from your GP (formerly Enhanced Primary Care) https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mbsprimarycare-chronicdiseasemanagement
– Short Term Restorative Care through My Aged Care https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/short-term-care/short-term-restorative-care
– Home Care Package https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/help-at-home/home-care-packages
– National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) https://www.ndis.gov.au/
– Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) referral from your GP https://www.dva.gov.au/health-and-treatment/injury-or-health-treatments/health-services/allied-health-treatment-cycle
– Private. We offer competitive rates.
Do you come to me?
Yes, we come to you. We are a mobile service and all of our therapist can come to your place of residence whether that be the home or residential aged care facility. We also conduct visits in the community. This may include shopping centres, schools, parks or sporting facilities.
How long are the appointments?
Generally an initial assessment will take about 60 minutes, but for certain assessments up to 90 minutes will be required. You will be advised if this is the case. Follow up sessions are 30 minutes, but may be up to 60 minutes in many cases.
How often will I need treatment?
This will depend on each individual and their needs. Some people will require treatment over a long period of time and others will only need treatment for a short period.
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