Vision Impairment Support

Support at Home Occupational Therapy Program

At Forbes Care, our Vision Impairment Support Program is a structured Support at Home Occupational Therapy service designed to help people with low vision or visionimpairment live safely, confidently, and independently in their own homes.

Our Occupational Therapists focus on environmental adaptation, safety, and functional strategies to reduce risk, improve confidence, and support ongoing independence.

How Occupational Therapy Supports People with Vision Impairment

Changes in vision can significantly affect mobility, safety, confidence, and participation in everyday activities. Occupational Therapy supports people with vision impairment by:

  • Reducing falls and environmental hazards
  • Improving visual access and contrast
  • Supporting safe mobility inside and outside the home
  • Adapting daily routines to changing vision

Our Support at Home approach is practical, person-centred, and reablement-focused.

What’s Included in the Vision Impairment OT Program

Comprehensive OT Assessment

  • Functional assessment of daily activities
  • Vision-related risk assessment
  • Home environment and lighting review
  • Assessment of mobility and transfers
  • Collaborative goal setting

Home Safety & Environmental Modifications

  • Falls risk assessment
  • Lighting improvements and task lighting
  • High-contrast visual cues for steps, doorways, and edges
  • Removal of trip hazards and safer layout recommendations
  • Entry and access recommendations, including ramps where required

Assistive Technology & Equipment

  • Low-vision aids (magnifiers, task lighting)
  • Talking clocks, phones, and medication aids
  • Falls alarms and safety monitoring systems
  • Mobility aids to support safe navigation

Daily Living & Reablement Strategies

  • Techniques to safely complete self-care and domestic tasks
  • Environmental set-up to maximise remaining vision
  • Strategies to reduce fatigue and frustration
  • Support to maintain routines and independence

Education for Clients & Carers

  • Education on vision changes and safety
  • Training in the use of equipment and technology
  • Practical strategies for carers to support independence

Reablement-Focused Vision Support

Our focus is on helping people continue doing what matters to them, safely and confidently.

This program supports:

  • Independence in daily life
  • Confidence with mobility and movement
  • Reduced risk of falls and injury
  • Ongoing participation at home and in the community

Who Is This Program Suitable For?

This program is suitable for people who:

  • Have low vision or vision impairment
  • Experience difficulty with mobility or daily tasks due to vision changes
  • Have had recent falls or near-falls
  • Are transitioning home from hospital
  • Want to remain living independently under Support at Home

Why Choose Forbes Care?

  • AHPRA-registered Occupational Therapists
  • Experience across Support at Home, Aged Care and Veterans’ services
  • Practical, evidence-based recommendations
  • Clear reporting and education
  • Services across Gympie, Sunshine Coast, Moreton Bay and North Brisbane

Book a Vision Impairment OT Program

If you or someone you support would benefit from Occupational Therapy for vision impairment under Support at Home, our team is here to help

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To book an appointment with an occupational therapist, please call 07 5220 8909 or submit a referral form below.

General Practitioners can send referrals to:
Email: hello@forbes.care
Fax: 07 5302 6482
Address: Shop 15/102 Burnett St, Buderim

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