Imagine getting the therapy you need, without leaving your home. No long drives. No waiting rooms. Just support where you feel most safe and comfortable. That’s exactly what therapy at home offers to many Australians living with disability under the NDIS.

In-home therapy is more than just a convenience, it’s a game-changer. It brings care into your space and fits around your daily life, putting your needs first. For NDIS participants and their families, this kind of support is helping build independence and confidence every day.

Let’s explore how in-home therapy works, why it’s becoming more popular, and how it might help you or someone you care about.

What Is In-Home Therapy?

In-home therapy means a qualified therapist comes to your home instead of you going to a clinic. This could be a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, speech therapist, or even a psychologist. You still get the same expert care, but in a space that’s familiar and comfortable, your own home.

In-home therapy is really helpful for people who:

• Have a hard time getting to appointments,
• Live in rural or regional areas,
• Or feel nervous or stressed in clinic settings.

Being at home can make a big difference. You can relax more, which helps you get the most out of each session. Plus, the therapist can see how you move and live in your daily space, so they can give advice that fits your real life.

In-home therapy can also include telehealth, which means having your sessions over a video call. This is great if you live far away or just want to save time. Some therapists may also bring or send therapy kits, special tools and activities you can use at home to keep learning and making progress between visits.

In-home therapy gives you care that fits your life, not the other way around.

Why More People Are Choosing Therapy at Home

1. It’s Easier to Access

Travelling to a clinic can be hard. It takes time, energy, and planning, especially for people with mobility issues or who rely on carers. Therapy at home removes that barrier. Your therapist comes to you when it suits your schedule. That means more people can get support, more often.

2. You Feel More Comfortable

Home is where you feel safe. That can make it easier to open up, try new things, and get the most out of therapy. You’re learning and practising in the same place where you’ll actually use your new skills, like cooking safely in your own kitchen or walking more steadily through your own hallway.

3. Families Get Involved

One of the best parts of in-home therapy is how it brings families into the process. Parents and carers get to see the therapy in action and learn how to help between sessions. Some services, like Roaming Therapy, even offer video guides and simple toolkits so families can keep building skills long after the therapist leaves.

4. You Get More Value for Your Time

The cost of in-home therapy is often similar to going to a clinic, but the value can be greater. That’s because it’s personalised to your space and your lifestyle. It also saves time and money on transport. With the right plan, therapy at home can help you build skills faster and reach your goals sooner.

How It Works With NDIS

If you're an NDIS participant, you might be able to use your plan to pay for therapy at home. This can include face-to-face sessions, video calls, or even take-home activities.

Therapy might be funded through:

• Capacity Building: This helps you build skills, like learning, moving better, or managing emotions. Therapy that helps you become more independent can be covered here.
• Core Supports: These are for everyday needs. Sometimes, therapy that supports your daily life can be included in this part.
• Assistive Technology or Home Modifications: If you need tools or changes to your home to help with therapy, your plan might cover that too.

Not sure what fits your plan? Your Support Coordinator or Local Area Coordinator can help.

Some providers, like Roaming Therapy, offer programs that match your NDIS goals, making it easier to get the support you need.

A Few Things to Keep in Mind

Doing therapy at home sounds awesome, right? No long trips, and you can wear comfy clothes! But here are a few things to check first:

• Not every therapist does home visits. Some only work at clinics or online, so make sure to ask before you book.
• The NDIS is still changing. Some providers are adjusting how they do things, so double-check if their services fit with your plan.
• You want someone who gets you. Look for a therapist who knows their stuff, listens to you, and helps with your personal goals.

The right therapist can make your home sessions feel really helpful and even fun!

Getting Support at Home

Home is where many people feel the safest and most comfortable. If that’s how you feel, therapy at home could be a good choice. Here’s how you can make it happen:

• Talk to your Support Coordinator or therapist. Let them know what kind of help you’re looking for and where you feel most comfortable getting it.
• Ask about home visits or video sessions. Some therapists can come to your house. Others can talk with you over a video call. You can even mix both.
• Use helpful things between sessions. Some providers have kits, games, or worksheets that help you keep learning between visits. Ask what’s available.
• Think about your NDIS plan. Your funding can be used to support therapy at home if it helps you with your personal goals. Whether it’s learning new skills, building confidence, or feeling more in control, your plan should help you get there.

You don’t need to travel far to get support. Help can come to you.

Home Is Where Progress Happens

Therapy at home is more than a convenience, it’s a chance to get the support you need in a place where you feel strong, safe, and seen. It helps people build confidence, improve everyday skills, and live more independently.

Whether you’re managing mobility, speech, emotional health, or daily tasks, in-home therapy brings care into your comfort zone.