Expert occupational therapy for driver assessment, low vision, equipment prescription, and aged care & community support across Adelaide, South Australia.
From occupational therapy driver assessments to low vision assessments and providing in home aged care home safety reports — we provide thorough, evidence-based occupational therapy for those who need it most.
Comprehensive pre on-road and on-road assessments for clients whose ability to drive has been affected by injury, illness, or ageing. Evidence-based recommendations to support safe, independent driving.
Comprehensive home safety and functional assessments that help older members of our community remain in their own home, safely, independently, and for longer.
Specialist assessment for clients living with vision impairment, including adaptive equipment, environmental modifications, and strategies to support daily independence.
Lumen Occupational Therapy was founded on a simple belief — that every person deserves a thorough, thoughtful assessment that looks at how a condition is affecting them as a whole person, not just a diagnosis.
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Lumen Occupational Therapy was built around a genuine curiosity about people — and a belief that the best assessments come from truly understanding how a condition is affecting someone’s whole life, not just ticking boxes.
My journey to occupational therapy wasn’t straightforward — and I think that’s part of what makes me good at it. I started with a Bachelor of Commerce in Sports Management at Curtin University, before following my curiosity into health science and ultimately completing a Master of Occupational Therapy at Charles Darwin University.
That background in business turned out to be one of the most formative things I brought to occupational therapy. It shaped the way I think — analytically, systemically, and always with the bigger picture in mind. Combined with my health science and OT training, it gave me a genuinely different lens: the ability to see each person not just as a clinical presentation, but as someone navigating a unique set of circumstances, priorities, and goals. No two people are the same, and no two assessments should be either.
I founded Lumen Occupational Therapy to focus on the areas I’m most passionate about: Occupational Therapy driver assessments, low vision assessments, and working in the community supporting ageing people to stay in their homes longer and safer. When someone can no longer drive following an injury, medical diagnosis, or accident, they lose far more than just transport. Being part of helping them navigate this stage of life is incredibly meaningful work.
Lumen is built around the idea that every person deserves a thorough, thoughtful assessment. I love the puzzle — digging into how a condition is affecting someone as a whole person, and providing clear, clinical recommendations that actually help move things forward.
Outside of work, I’m a mum first and foremost. My family keeps me grounded — weekends are for the beach, hiking trails, and camping trips that remind me why independence and being able to do the things you love matters so much.
I’m also on a very serious mission to find the best coffee in Adelaide. If you have a recommendation, I genuinely want to know.
My greatest strength — and if I’m honest, my greatest weakness — is my empathy. I care deeply about the people I work with. I want to hear their story, understand what they’re navigating, and genuinely help them move forward. That’s not something I switch off at the end of a clinical day, and I think that’s exactly the kind of OT I want to be.
Every service Lumen OT offers is built around the same principle — thorough, independent, evidence-based occupational therapy that gives clients and referrers the clarity they need to move forward.
An Occupational Therapy driving assessment helps determine whether someone can drive safely following a medical condition, injury, or age-related change. At Lumen OT, we have a qualified OT Driving Assessor available to conduct this assessment, completed in two stages — a pre on-road assessment in the client’s own home, and, if appropriate, an on-road assessment in a driving instructor’s vehicle.
Vision changes can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to safely and confidently complete everyday activities. We provide specialist low vision assessments to understand how a vision impairment is affecting daily function, and to identify practical strategies and equipment that support continued independence.
Lumen OT provides community-based occupational therapy including Support at Home aged care home safety assessments, assistive technology trials, prescription and minor home modifications — helping people of all ages live safely and independently at home.
An Occupational Therapy driving assessment helps determine whether someone can drive safely following a medical condition, injury, or age-related change. At Lumen OT, we have a qualified OT Driving Assessor available to conduct this assessment. The assessment is completed in two stages: beginning with a pre on-road assessment in the client’s own home, and if all goes well, progressing to an on-road assessment in a driving instructor’s vehicle.
Recovering from an injury, adjusting to a new diagnosis, or simply getting older can raise a difficult question — is it still safe to get behind the wheel? Unlike a standard driving test, an OT driving assessment looks well beyond knowledge of the road rules.
It considers the physical, cognitive, and visual skills that safe driving actually depends on, giving a clearer, more complete picture of whether someone can drive safely and confidently. The assessment is carried out in line with Austroads guidelines and the standards set by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport here in South Australia.
For many people, driving means far more than getting from A to B — it can be central to work, caring for family, and staying connected to community. An OT driving assessment aims to weigh up safety and independence together, rather than treating them as opposing concerns.
Vision changes can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to safely and confidently complete everyday activities. Our specialist low vision assessments help identify practical strategies and equipment that support continued independence.
A low vision assessment looks beyond a clinical eye chart result — it looks at how vision loss is actually affecting someone’s daily life. Reading, cooking, mobility within the home, and community access can all be impacted in different ways depending on the nature of the vision loss.
We take the time to understand exactly how a person’s vision is affecting their function, then identify practical, individualised strategies and equipment that genuinely make a difference.
The goal is always the same — helping people continue doing the things that matter to them, safely and with confidence.
Vision changes can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to safely and confidently complete everyday activities. We provide specialist low vision assessments to understand how a vision impairment is affecting daily function, and to identify practical strategies and equipment that support continued independence.
Understanding what’s involved can make the process feel less daunting. Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to the Occupational Therapy Driver Assessor process at Lumen OT, from referral through to outcome.
Most clients come to us because a GP or specialist has raised a concern about driving safety, or because a person or their family has noticed changes themselves. Once we receive a referral, we will be in touch to talk through what’s involved and what we will need from you before your appointment.
Before your assessment, we ask that you have the following ready:
This is a one-on-one clinical assessment with your OT Driver Assessor, usually taking around 1 to 1.5 hours held in your own home. We will talk through your medical and driving history, and complete a series of screens covering:
This stage helps us understand whether it’s appropriate to proceed to an on-road assessment, and what that assessment should focus on.
If your pre on-road results support it, we will proceed to a practical, on-road drive in the driving instructor’s dual-controlled vehicle. This will take place on a separate day from the Pre On-Road assessment. The driving instructor sits in the front passenger seat, and your OT Driver Assessor observes from the rear seat. The drive usually starts from your home and reflects the kind of driving you would typically do.
We look at observation, speed control, vehicle positioning, planning and decision-making, physical control, and how you respond to feedback. The assessment cannot be completed in your own vehicle — dual controls allow the instructor to intervene if needed, which keeps everyone safe.
Following the on-road assessment, your OT Driver Assessor and the driving instructor will discuss the drive together to reach a recommendation. There are generally three possible outcomes:
We prepare a comprehensive written report outlining our findings and recommendations, which is sent to your referring GP or specialist. Where relevant, we can also liaise with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, your support coordinator, or other treating professionals involved in your care.
We recommend booking a follow-up appointment with your GP or specialist once your report has been completed, so they can discuss the outcome with you and update any relevant medical certificates or licence conditions.
Home is more than a place — it’s independence, routine, and identity. Our aged care occupational therapy services are built around one simple goal: helping people stay in their own home for as long as possible, safely and on their own terms.
Good aged care OT isn’t just about identifying risks — it’s about understanding what a person values, what they want their days to look like, and what it would take to keep them living the life they choose.
With the right combination of services, equipment, and a few considered modifications to the home environment, most people can stay where they want to be — at home, independent, and engaged in the activities that matter most to them.
That’s what we work toward with every aged care client. Not just a safer home, but a fuller life within it.
A comprehensive home safety assessment evaluates the home environment and the person’s functional ability within it — identifying risks, barriers, and opportunities to make the home safer and more supportive of independent living.
We look at every area of the home and every aspect of daily function, and provide clear, practical recommendations that can be acted on — whether that’s through minor adjustments, equipment, or referral to other services.
The right piece of equipment at the right time can make an enormous difference to someone’s independence and safety at home. Assistive technology assessment ensures that equipment recommendations are tailored to the individual — their home, their abilities, and their goals — rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
We assess, recommend, and where appropriate, prescribe and trial assistive technology to support safe and independent daily living.
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