Early Childhood Assistive Technology Assessment
Malone Therapy provides early childhood assistive technology assessment for children up to 16 who need extra support in their daily lives. As a family‑centred service, our therapists are here to identify the right tools, equipment, and strategies to make daily life safe, easier and more enjoyable for your child.
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How Assistive Technology Assessments Help
Understanding Your Child’s Needs
An assistive technology assessment looks at how your child moves, plays, communicates, and manages everyday activities such as sitting, feeding, dressing, and playing. At Malone Therapy our therapists consider your child’s strengths, sensory preferences, and developmental stage before making effective recommendations
Assistive Technology Assessment and NDIS Reports
For children with NDIS funding, an assistive technology assessment can help determine what supports or equipment are reasonable and necessary for your child’s goals. We complete structured assessments, trial equipment where appropriate, and prepare a clear report that outlines your child’s needs, recommended assistive technology, and how it will be used day to day.
Types of Assistive Technology for Young Children
Assistive technology for early childhood can be simple or more specialised. Depending on your child’s needs, your therapist might explore options such as positioning aids, supportive seating, mobility or balance equipment, switches and access tools for play, communication supports, or visual tools that make routines easier to understand.
The goal is always to increase participation and independence, not to make life more complicated. Families are guided through setup, safe use, and everyday strategies so new equipment feels practical and achievable in real life.
Things an Assistive Technology Assessment
Can Help With
Motor Skills
Balance, coordination, and fine/gross motor development
Handwriting & Visual Motor
Pencil grasp, scissor use, and manual dexterity
Sensory Processing
Supporting responses to sound, touch, and movement
Emotional & Behavioural Regulation
Helping children stay calm, focused, and resilient
Self-Care & Daily Living
Dressing, toileting, eating,
and routines
Play & Social Skills
Sharing, turn-taking, and peer interaction
Executive Functioning
Planning, attention, memory, and following instructions
Classroom Support
Adapting learning materials and positioning