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Dyspraxia support in Frankston, VIC

Find dyspraxia support in Frankston, VIC

Compare local providers and the support types that usually matter for dyspraxia. Skip the generic directory listings, get a real shortlist.

Reviewed by Carevo Team · Updated 4 June 2026

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What people with Dyspraxia in Frankston usually need help with

Dyspraxia, also known as developmental coordination disorder (DCD), is a neurological condition that affects motor planning and coordination, making everyday physical tasks more difficult. NDIS participants with dyspraxia often benefit from occupational therapy and physiotherapy to develop motor skills, build self-care independence, and participate in school and community activities. Early identification and tailored support can greatly improve outcomes for children and adults with DCD.

For developmental conditions, the strongest local pages are the ones that help families compare actual fit: who understands sensory needs, who can support school or childcare transitions, and who can work on the same goals across therapy and day-to-day support rather than offering isolated sessions.

What people usually compare locally

  • • Whether therapists have experience with developmental and neurodivergent conditions locally
  • • Availability of early intervention or specialist programs in the area
  • • Staff continuity and how well workers adapt to communication differences
  • • Wait times for key therapies like speech, OT, and behaviour support
Occupational therapy Physiotherapy Speech pathology Psychology Life skills development Early intervention

Services and providers to compare first in Frankston

For developmental conditions, compare the services that remove the biggest daily bottlenecks first: communication, regulation, behaviour, routines, and participation. The strongest providers usually coordinate across therapy and support work instead of leaving families to stitch everything together. Use the service links below to pressure-test provider fit, not just to browse every option in the area.

Occupational Therapy in Frankston Occupational therapy is the primary intervention for dyspraxia, using task-specific approaches to improve motor planning, fine motor skills, handwriting, and daily living independence.
Physiotherapy Home Care in Frankston Physiotherapy addresses gross motor skills, balance, coordination, and physical fitness, helping the person participate more confidently in sport and physical activities.
Speech Pathology in Frankston Speech pathology addresses oral motor coordination for speech clarity and any language processing difficulties that co-occur with dyspraxia.
Psychology in Frankston Psychology supports the self-esteem, anxiety, and emotional wellbeing challenges that commonly accompany dyspraxia, particularly in school-age children.
Support Workers in Frankston Support workers help with daily routines and tasks that motor planning difficulties make harder, providing patient, consistent assistance that builds skill over time.
Life Skills Development in Frankston Life skills programmes teach daily tasks like cooking, dressing, and organisation using broken-down steps and adapted methods suited to the person's motor planning profile.

Best Dyspraxia Support providers near me

Showing 10 of 10 providers·How we rank

Trusted provider

Clover Leaf Sanctuary

Frankston, VIC and 63 others · State-wide provider

Specialises in Therapy · Personal care · Domestic assistance

1

Clover Leaf Sanctuary Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider offering a wide range of disability support services tailored to the needs of the Frankston community. As a registered NDIS provider, they are committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives.

How we verified this provider

Median response time13 hours
NDIS coverage11 groups
Visit website (03) 7023 9068
Trusted provider

CarePro

Frankston, VIC and 76 others · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · SIL

2

CarePro is dedicated to providing comprehensive NDIS services to the vibrant community of Frankston, VIC. As a compassionate provider, CarePro focuses on empowering individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling lives by offering a range of essential supports tailored to their unique needs. Understanding the importance of local accessibility, CarePro ensures that residents of Frankston have reliable access to high-quality disability support.

Median response time3 hours
Visit website 0412328181
Trusted provider

Ozzi Care Services

Frankston, VIC and 24 others · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Meal preparation · Transport

3

Ozzicareservices Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the Frankston community. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities in the area, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of supports designed to enhance independence, foster community engagement, and improve overall quality of life for participants in Frankston, VIC.

How we verified this provider

Median response time10 hours
NDIS coverage15 groups
View profile 0401028796
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Nation Care Pty Ltd

Frankston, VIC and 33 others · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Therapy · Transport

4

Understanding the unique needs of individuals in Frankston, VIC, the provider offers a person-centred approach to empower participants and enhance their quality of life.

How we verified this provider

Median response time12 hours
Visit website 1300907018
Trusted provider

Auslands Care

Frankston, VIC and 6 others · Regional provider

Specialises in Respite care · Personal care · Counselling

5

They are dedicated to offering comprehensive and person-centred disability support services.

How we verified this provider

Median response time2 hours
NDIS coverage14 groups
Visit website 0481708161
Trusted provider

Lawson Care Services

Frankston, VIC and 31 others · Regional provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Support coordination

6

Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life. As a dedicated Frankston care service, Lawson Care Services ensures participants receive personalised support tailored to their NDIS plans.

How we verified this provider

Median response time18 minutes
NDIS coverage6 groups
Visit website 0493891520
Trusted provider

Specialised Living

Frankston, VIC and 31 others · Regional provider

Specialises in Domestic assistance · Personal care · Therapy

7

Specialised Living is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the residents of Frankston, VIC. Understanding the unique needs of the Frankston community, the provider offers a comprehensive range of supports designed to enhance independence and quality of life.

How we verified this provider

Median response time2 hours
Visit website 0423226340

SIA Support Services

Frankston, VIC and 19 others · State-wide provider

Specialises in Community access · Therapy · Nursing

8

Sia Support Services Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the Frankston community. Understanding the unique needs of individuals with disabilities, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster independence, enhance quality of life, and promote community engagement right here in Frankston.

How we verified this provider

Median response time8 hours
NDIS coverage13 groups
Visit website 0451664024

Butter Fish Services

Frankston, VIC and 111 others · National provider

Specialises in Therapy

9

Understanding the unique needs of individuals in Frankston, the provider focuses on empowering participants to achieve their goals and enhance their quality of life through person-centred care.

How we verified this provider

Median response time1 hour
NDIS coverage10 groups
Visit website 1300020271

FiloCare

Frankston, VIC and 52 others · Regional provider

Specialises in Transport · SIL

10

Filocare Australia Pty Ltd is a dedicated NDIS provider committed to delivering exceptional disability support services to the Frankston community. Understanding the unique needs of individuals in Frankston, the provider offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to foster independence, enhance community participation, and improve overall quality of life.

How we verified this provider

Median response time55 minutes
NDIS coverage18 groups
View profile 0449207681

How we rank providers

Rankings in Frankston are based on real outcomes between providers and families on our platform. They are recalculated daily and cannot be purchased or influenced by advertising.

  • How this list is built. Providers shown here offer therapy, allied health, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, psychology, support work, and social and community support, the support types most relevant to dyspraxia. They are then ranked by demonstrated experience with dyspraxia, providers who have actively claimed and supported dyspraxia referrals rank above those who only list it as a capability.
  • Outcomes with families. We measure what happens after a family contacts a provider. Providers where families report positive outcomes rank higher. Multiple signals are weighted across a rolling window.
  • Condition-specific track record. Providers who have accepted and worked with dyspraxia referrals on Carevo rank above those who only list the condition as a capability. We weight providers using their demonstrated experience with this cohort, not self-declared specialisations.
  • Service match. Providers are ranked by how closely their registered services and capabilities match what you are searching for.
  • Registration and compliance. NDIS registered and government-approved aged care providers are weighted for meeting quality and safeguards standards.
  • Local presence. Providers confirmed in Frankston rank above those covering only the broader region.

What does "Trusted" mean? The Trusted badge is awarded to providers with a consistent record of positive outcomes with families on our platform. It is based on multiple behavioural signals and family feedback, and it cannot be purchased.

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providers in Frankston

26,738

providers nationally

The Dyspraxia provider network on Carevo

11 providers on Carevo have supported people with dyspraxia through real matched requests.10 are registered NDIS providers. Matching is based on real provider history, not self-described claims.

Supports they provide

  • • Support workers
  • • Social and community support
  • • Therapy
  • • Allied health

Where providers are

Providers experienced with dyspraxia are listed in more than 60 suburbs across Western Australia, New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria, and other states.

Often supported alongside

Providers who support dyspraxia most often also have experience with Psychosocial Disability, Amputation, Intellectual Disability, Autism, and Vision Impairment.

About Frankston, VIC

Population

36,097

Median household income

$30,888 p.a.

Local government area

Frankston (City)

Providers listed

10

Frankston sits within the Frankston (City) local government area in VIC. Providers serving this area often cover surrounding suburbs in the same LGA, so it is worth checking neighbouring areas if you cannot find an exact match.

How providers are verified

Every provider listed is cross-checked against the official Australian registers before appearing here. This is separate from the Trusted badge, which reflects platform outcomes.

NDIS register cross-check

Every NDIS-registered provider listed is verified against the NDIS Commission register. Registration numbers and approved support groups are pulled from the official register, not self-declared.

Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission

Aged care approval status

Aged care approved status reflects the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care approved provider list, including service types and category groups.

Source: Department of Health and Aged Care

ABN verification

Every listing includes an Australian Business Number. Providers without a valid, active ABN do not appear in our directory.

Source: Australian Business Register

Complaints process

If you have a concern about any provider, you can lodge a complaint with the NDIS Commission or the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission at any time. We also accept complaints via our own channel.

Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care Commission

Care Services Available in Frankston

Provider counts by service type in Frankston

Therapy *
77Support Workers *
73Social Support *
72Personal Care
72Transport
68Cleaning
64Respite Care
59Nursing
38Allied Health *
34
Meal Services
17

* Services commonly accessed for this condition

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What happens after you request support in Frankston

1. Map current barriers

Identify whether the main gaps are in communication, daily routines, behaviour, social participation, or independence at home.

2. Compare therapy and support options

Look at providers who offer the right therapy mix and support workers who understand how to work with developmental conditions in practice.

3. Check rapport and consistency

Ask about staff continuity, how therapists adapt to the person's communication style, and whether you can trial before committing.

For NDIS participants with developmental conditions, it also helps to confirm whether the provider can coordinate across therapies (e.g. OT and speech working together on the same goals) and whether support workers are trained in the specific condition.

Frankston at a glance

Nearest hospital

Frankston Hospital

Public transport

Frankston train line terminus

Pharmacies

Chemist Warehouse Frankston • Priceline Pharmacy Bayside

Community support

Frankston Seniors Centre • Peninsula Health community programs

Gateway to Mornington Peninsula. Mix of established families and retirees. Growing health precinct.

Beach has accessible ramp. Shopping centres are accessible. Station has lift access.

Postcode: 3199

Frequently Asked Questions

Can occupational therapy through the NDIS help children with dyspraxia in Frankston?
Yes, occupational therapy is one of the most commonly funded supports for children with dyspraxia under the NDIS in Frankston, helping develop fine motor skills, coordination, and daily living tasks. Carevo connects families in South East Melbourne with OTs and other allied health providers who work with children with developmental coordination disorder.
Does dyspraxia qualify for NDIS funding in Frankston?
Dyspraxia can qualify for NDIS funding in Frankston where it results in substantial functional impairment that is permanent or likely to be permanent. A formal DCD diagnosis and supporting evidence of functional impact is required. Carevo can connect you with support coordination providers in South East Melbourne to help navigate the NDIS access process.
What occupational therapy can help children with dyspraxia in Frankston?
OTs who work with children with dyspraxia in Frankston focus on building fine motor skills, handwriting, self-care, and sensory processing through play-based and task-specific approaches. NDIS-funded OT can be delivered at home, school, or in a clinic. Carevo lists OT providers in South East Melbourne with paediatric and DCD experience.
What early intervention is available for children with DCD in Frankston?
Early intervention for children with developmental coordination disorder in Frankston through the NDIS includes OT, physiotherapy, and speech pathology to address motor, coordination, and communication development. Earlier support leads to better long-term functional outcomes. Carevo lists early childhood intervention providers across South East Melbourne.
How can support workers help adults with dyspraxia in Frankston?
Support workers for adults with dyspraxia in Frankston assist with daily tasks where coordination difficulties create barriers, such as cooking, transport, and community participation. Workers familiar with DCD can provide practical strategies alongside active support. Carevo connects you with support worker providers in South East Melbourne.

Understanding Dyspraxia / Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD)

Dyspraxia (developmental coordination disorder, or DCD) is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting motor planning, coordination, and execution of movement. It affects approximately 5-6% of school-age children in Australia, making it one of the more common developmental conditions, though it remains under-recognised. Dyspraxia affects both gross motor skills (running, jumping, balance) and fine motor skills (handwriting, buttons, using cutlery). It is not caused by muscle weakness or intellectual disability, but by the brain's difficulty planning and coordinating movements. Dyspraxia often co-occurs with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and anxiety. Many children are not diagnosed until school, when the demands for motor coordination increase. Adults with dyspraxia may continue to experience difficulties with driving, cooking, organisation, and tasks requiring manual dexterity. The NDIS funds support for people whose dyspraxia causes permanent and significant functional impairment.

How dyspraxia affects daily life

Dyspraxia affects daily life through clumsiness, poor coordination, difficulty learning new motor skills, and problems with planning and organisation. Children struggle with handwriting, using scissors, tying shoelaces, catching balls, and participating in sport. Daily routines like getting dressed, eating neatly, and packing a school bag take longer and require more effort. Adults may find driving, cooking, and manual tasks at work challenging. The executive function component means that organisation, time management, and planning are also affected. The hidden nature of dyspraxia means people are often told they are clumsy, lazy, or not trying hard enough, which damages self-esteem over time.

What to look for in a provider

Good dyspraxia providers use task-specific training and cognitive approaches rather than generic motor exercises. Ask whether their OTs use evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP), how they work with schools to support the child, and whether they can address the organisational and planning aspects alongside motor skills. Red flags include providers who focus only on gym-based exercises without connecting to real-life tasks, who do not coordinate with teachers, or who dismiss dyspraxia as something the child will grow out of.

How to access funding

Dyspraxia is on the NDIS List D, requiring evidence of permanent and significant functional impairment. A paediatrician, neurologist, or developmental assessment team provides the diagnosis, typically using the DSM-5 criteria for developmental coordination disorder. Functional assessments from OTs and psychologists document the daily living impact. Many children access the NDIS through the Early Childhood approach. Plans are reviewed annually. For children with mild dyspraxia, Medicare-funded therapy through a GP mental health plan may be a more accessible first step.

Need help with NDIS for Dyspraxia? A support coordinator can help you find the right providers and get the most from your plan. Find support coordinators in Frankston

Funding and costs for dyspraxia support in Frankston

Lower

$5,000

per year

Typical

$15,000

per year

Higher

$35,000

per year

Plan size depends on the severity of motor and executive function difficulties, co-occurring conditions, and whether the child or adult needs support worker hours in addition to therapy. Most dyspraxia plans are therapy-focused.

OT sessions cost $193-$234/hr under the NDIS. Physiotherapy sessions are billed at similar rates. Many families use a combination of NDIS-funded therapy and school-based support.

Figures are indicative and based on the current NDIS Price Guide and published Home Care Package rates. Actual costs depend on your plan, provider, and location.

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