Our team
Our AHPRA-registered occupational therapists have experience ranging from three to more than 15 years and undertake regular professional development. We match each referral with the therapist best suited to the client’s needs and location.
Our level 2 allied health assistant supports physical and psychosocial programs under the direction of the treating therapist. Across all services, we value trusted relationships, practical support and collaboration with clients, families and treating teams.
Alana holds a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (2008), is AHPRA registered and has been an accredited OT driving assessor since 2017. She regularly completes professional development, including mental health therapy approaches and collaboration with assistive technology providers.
As Aidaway’s principal occupational therapist, Alana brings extensive experience across clinical conditions, settings and funding schemes. She focuses on complex referrals, particularly mental health, conducts driving assessments and supports the team through clinical supervision and professional development.
Outside work, Alana is a mother of three and enjoys relaxing in the garden and going out for hot chocolate.
Amy is an occupational therapist who helps clients identify practical supports and strategies for their day-to-day goals.
Anastasija is an allied health assistant who supports clients to work towards their goals under the direction of the treating therapist. She brings a warm, practical approach to helping people build confidence with everyday activities and routines.
Danielle supports Aidaway’s administration, helping keep enquiries and day-to-day operations organised. She brings a friendly, detail-focused approach and is always happy to help clients and the team find the information they need.
Dean is an occupational therapist who works with clients to build confidence, independence and participation in everyday life.
Deb is Aidaway’s bookkeeper and the primary contact for accounts and billing enquiries. She is also the founder of Aussie Bookkeeping Basics. With experience in bookkeeping and education, Deb explains financial matters clearly and works closely with the team to keep accounts accurate, compliant and well managed.
Deborah is a registered occupational therapist based in south-east Melbourne. She supports adults and older people with physical or neurological conditions to maintain independence, access appropriate supports and live with confidence. She works under the guidance of senior occupational therapist Alana Thorpe.
She takes a practical, person-centred approach, helping people find equipment and home solutions that make everyday life safer and easier. With experience across the NDIS and aged care systems, Deborah values clear communication and works closely with clients, families and support coordinators.
Availability: Monday 9am–4pm, Tuesday 12pm–4pm and Thursday 12pm–4pm.
Laura is an allied health assistant who works under the guidance of an occupational therapist or other allied health professional. She supports occupational therapy and physiotherapy programs across the NDIS and aged care sectors and is developing her experience in paediatrics.
Laura can assist with routines, habit building, daily living and cooking skills, job seeking, social skills and basic physical activity. She brings a friendly, enthusiastic approach and enjoys learning new ways to support clients.
Outside work, Laura enjoys staying active, art, music, nature and animals. She also has a background in digital and 3D art with a small independent game company.
Simon provides disability support and practical IT assistance to make everyday technology more accessible and easier to use. Alongside setup and troubleshooting, he offers step-by-step guidance and repeat training tailored to each person. His goal is to help clients build confidence and use technology more independently at home, work or study.
Taylor completed a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy in 2016 and has worked in acute care, aged care and community health. Taylor supports people with physical, neurological, neurodevelopmental and developmental conditions and has a particular interest in community practice.
Services: capacity building, functional capacity assessments, home and living assessments, assistive technology, minor and moderate home modifications, and sensory assessments and reports.
New referrals are preferred for functional assessments, capacity building, assistive technology and sensory support.
Availability: Monday–Wednesday, 8.30am–5pm.
Vicky leads Aidaway’s administration team and is the founder of Remote Care Solutions. With more than 15 years of experience across allied health administration, management, project coordination and corporate environments, she oversees new enquiries and helps keep day-to-day operations running smoothly. Vicky and her team provide calm, reliable support so clinicians can focus on client care.
