Therapy services providers in Ashfield, New South Wales
Therapy services in Ashfield are available from a range of local providers. At the 2021 Census, Ashfield had a population of 23012 people and a median age of 36. There were 31 providers listing therapy services in Ashfield, with 29 registered for NDIS and 2 for aged care. Some providers focus only on therapy services, while others offer a broader range of supports. Comparing Ashfield with nearby suburbs like Summer Hill or Croydon can help you see the range of choices in the area. This page shares facts and numbers to help you understand the local landscape for therapy services in Ashfield, New South Wales.
This page lists therapy services providers and register listings covering Ashfield, NSW — 31 organisations on the public NDIS and My Aged Care registers list therapy services among their supports for this area. Providers set their own supports, service areas and availability, and confirm their capacity each week. Before you engage a provider, confirm their registration, insurance and worker screening directly with them.
About therapy services
Occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology and other allied health supports. People in Ashfield and the surrounding New South Wales area can search for a provider below, or send a free request and let providers who cover this area respond directly.
Ashfield at a glance
Of the 1,158 New South Wales suburbs we compare, Ashfield is number 69 for therapy services listings, with 31. The most is Sydney, with 349.
Therapy services near Ashfield
These New South Wales suburbs are the closest to Ashfield with register listings for therapy services. Distances are in a straight line between suburb centres.
- Therapy services in Summer Hill (11 listings, about 1 km)
- Therapy services in Ashbury (5 listings, about 1 km)
- Therapy services in Croydon (3 listings, about 2 km)
- Therapy services in Haberfield (8 listings, about 2 km)
- Therapy services in Lewisham (7 listings, about 2 km)
- Therapy services in Dulwich Hill (11 listings, about 2 km)
Some therapy services listings in Ashfield say on their own websites that they support Arabic (1 listing), Auslan (1 listing), Spanish (1 listing) and Vietnamese (1 listing).
Who lists therapy services in Ashfield
31 register listings for therapy services cover Ashfield: 29 on the NDIS Commission register and 2 on the My Aged Care register.
At the 2021 Census, Ashfield had 23,012 residents with a median age of 36. 1,598 people (6.9%) reported needing help with a core activity such as self-care, mobility or communication, compared with 5.8% across New South Wales. 16.8% were aged 65 or over (17.6% across New South Wales). The median household income was $1,888 a week.
Reach varies. 5 cover 5 or fewer areas, 13 cover 6 to 25 areas, 8 cover 26 to 100 areas and 5 cover more than 100 areas. 7 are listed in more than one state.
Listings that include therapy services here also list support workers (20 of 31), domestic assistance (19 of 31), personal care (19 of 31), community access (18 of 31) and transport (18 of 31).
The typical listing here records 11 supports; 6 of the 31 list therapy services as their only support.
Listings that cover 5 or fewer areas include Ashfield Baptist Homes, Full Potential Paediatrics, Tulua Care And Services and Ash Physiotherapy Services.
26 of the 31 listings link to their own website.
Register listings in Ashfield cover 19 different supports. Therapy services is number 3 by listings; the most listed is support workers, with 35.
Ashfield has more therapy services listings than 6 of its 6 closest suburbs.
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2021 Census of Population and Housing, General Community Profile (suburbs and localities). Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0). Percentages are calculated by SolDirectory.
Therapy services providers in Ashfield
There are 31 providers listing therapy services in Ashfield. Of these, 29 are registered for NDIS and 2 are listed for aged care. Some listings focus only on therapy services, with 6 providers listing only this service. The typical provider in Ashfield lists 11 supports. Local organisations include Ashfield Baptist Homes, Full Potential Paediatrics, Tulua Care And Services, and Ash Physiotherapy Services.
Comparing Ashfield with nearby suburbs
Ashfield is surrounded by several suburbs with therapy service options. Summer Hill, just 1 km away, has 11 listings. Ashbury has 5, Croydon has 3, and Haberfield lists 8 providers. Lewisham and Dulwich Hill each have 7 and 11 listings, respectively. Sydney, 8 km from Ashfield, has 349 listings. Comparing numbers can give you a sense of how Ashfield fits into the wider New South Wales area for therapy services.
Census insights for Ashfield and therapy needs
At the 2021 Census, 1598 people in Ashfield needed help with core activities. This is 6.9 percent of the population, higher than the 5.8 percent figure for both New South Wales and Australia. The median weekly household income in Ashfield was 1888 dollars. People aged 65 and over made up 16.8 percent of the suburb, compared to 17.6 percent in the state. These numbers may be relevant when considering therapy service needs in Ashfield.
What therapy services may include
Therapy services can cover assessment and intervention by allied health professionals. This may relate to function, communication, mobility, independence or participation. The specific type of therapy and approach depend on a person’s goals and clinical needs. Services might include assessments, goal planning, direct sessions, home programs, equipment advice, and training for carers or support workers. Progress is often reviewed and reported.
SolDirectory providers
No SolDirectory providers have registered therapy services for Ashfield yet. Send a free request and any provider who covers this area and support can respond.
Members taking new people are shown first, then other members, each alphabetically. Paying never changes the order, and a listing is not an endorsement; compare suitability, safeguards, availability, fees and service terms directly.
NDIS register listings for therapy services in Ashfield
29 NDIS listings include therapy services among the supports recorded on the NDIS Commission register of registered providers for Ashfield, NSW. A register listing shows what the register says, not who currently has capacity.
- Number 1 Care Provider Domestic assistance, Home modifications, Personal care
- Thrive Functional Health Therapy services, Support coordination
- Physihome Therapy services
- Bayside Mobile Physio Therapy services, Assistive technology & equipment
- Incepta Pty Ltd Personal care, Support workers, Community access
- Comfort Disability Care Support workers, Personal care, Transport
See all 29 NDIS providers listed in Ashfield
Aged care register listings for therapy services in Ashfield
2 aged care listings include therapy services among the supports recorded on the My Aged Care provider register for Ashfield, NSW. A register listing shows what the register says, not who currently has capacity.
- Chinese Australian Services Society Personal care, Support workers, Community access
- Eremea Home Care Services Personal care, Support workers, Community access
See all 2 aged care providers listed in Ashfield
Therapy services at a glance
Therapy services include allied health assessment and intervention intended to improve function, communication, mobility, independence or participation. The relevant profession and approach depend on the person’s goals and clinical needs; “therapy” is not one interchangeable service.
What therapy services may include
- Assessment of function, communication, mobility, behaviour, swallowing, daily activities or other profession-specific needs.
- Collaborative goals and an intervention plan linked to everyday participation.
- Direct sessions, home programs, equipment recommendations or environmental strategies within professional scope.
- Training for family, carers or support workers when consented and clinically appropriate.
- Progress reviews and reports that explain outcomes, barriers and future recommendations.
Read the full guide to therapy services: planning, funding, questions to ask and official information.
What to compare before choosing
Use these therapy services-specific checks when you contact providers in Ashfield. Confirm each answer directly: a directory listing does not prove current capacity.
Registration and qualifications
Check that the provider, and the worker who will attend, hold the registration and qualifications the support requires.
Ask: Who will deliver my supports, and what registration and qualifications do they hold?
Worker screening and safeguards
Providers delivering NDIS supports are responsible for the screening of their workers and for how incidents and complaints are handled.
Ask: How do you screen your workers, and how do you handle incidents or complaints?
Availability and continuity
A directory listing does not prove current capacity. Ask about start dates, rostering and cover when a regular worker is unavailable.
Ask: When could you start, and what happens if my regular worker is away?
Pricing and funding
Rates and what is included can differ between providers. Ask for a written service agreement before supports begin.
Ask: What are your rates, what is included, and do you accept my funding type?
Other supports listed in Ashfield
Each number is how many register listings in Ashfield list that support.
- Personal care in Ashfield (32)
- Domestic assistance in Ashfield (31)
- Transport in Ashfield (28)
- Housing (SDA & SIL) in Ashfield (27)
- Support coordination in Ashfield (23)
- Nursing in Ashfield (22)
- Plan management in Ashfield (7)
Therapy services in other New South Wales suburbs
- Therapy services in Sydney (349)
- Therapy services in Central Coast (268)
- Therapy services in Parramatta (204)
- Therapy services in Blacktown (183)
- Therapy services in Liverpool (175)
- Therapy services in Campbelltown (163)
- Therapy services in Penrith (157)
- Therapy services in Wollongong (144)
- Therapy services in Bankstown (143)
- Therapy services in Newcastle (113)
- Therapy services in Castle Hill (90)
- Therapy services in Auburn (87)
Questions about therapy services in Ashfield
How many providers list therapy services in Ashfield?
There are 31 providers listing therapy services in Ashfield. Of these, 29 are registered for NDIS and 2 for aged care.
Which nearby suburb has the most therapy service listings?
Sydney, located 8 km from Ashfield, has 349 therapy service listings. Summer Hill, just 1 km away, has 11 listings.
What percentage of Ashfield residents needed help with core activities at the 2021 Census?
At the 2021 Census, 6.9 percent of Ashfield residents needed help with core activities. This is higher than the state and national percentages.
Which languages are listed by therapy service providers in Ashfield?
Therapy service providers in Ashfield list Arabic, Auslan, Spanish, and Vietnamese as available languages, with one listing for each language.
How many supports does a typical therapy services provider list in Ashfield?
A typical therapy services provider in Ashfield lists 11 supports. Some providers focus only on therapy, while others offer a broader range.
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