Therapy services providers in Devonport, Tasmania

Therapy services in Devonport support a range of needs across the community. In Devonport, Tasmania, there were 29 providers listing therapy services. Of these, 25 are listed as NDIS providers and 4 as aged care providers. At the 2021 Census, Devonport had a population of 14481, with 1346 people reporting a need for help with core activities. This page helps you compare therapy services in Devonport and nearby areas, using facts and data to guide your search.

This page lists therapy services providers and register listings covering Devonport, TAS — 29 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 Devonport and the surrounding Tasmania area can search for a provider below, or send a free request and let providers who cover this area respond directly.

Devonport at a glance

Of the 106 Tasmania suburbs we compare, Devonport is number 3 for therapy services listings, with 29. The most is Hobart, with 71.

Therapy services near Devonport

These Tasmania suburbs are the closest to Devonport with register listings for therapy services. Distances are in a straight line between suburb centres.

Who lists therapy services in Devonport

29 register listings for therapy services cover Devonport: 25 on the NDIS Commission register and 4 on the My Aged Care register.

At the 2021 Census, Devonport had 14,481 residents with a median age of 43. 1,346 people (9.3%) reported needing help with a core activity such as self-care, mobility or communication, compared with 6.8% across Tasmania. 23.7% were aged 65 or over (20.9% across Tasmania). The median household income was $1,093 a week.

Reach varies. 17 cover 5 or fewer areas, 9 cover 6 to 25 areas and 3 cover 26 to 100 areas. 8 are listed in more than one state.

Listings that include therapy services here also list personal care (20 of 29), community access (19 of 29), support workers (19 of 29), domestic assistance (18 of 29) and nursing (18 of 29).

The typical listing here records 10 supports; 5 of the 29 list therapy services as their only support.

Listings that cover 5 or fewer areas include Care Forward - Devonport, Fotas Care, Joyce Lin and Respect Aged Care.

24 of the 29 listings link to their own website.

Register listings in Devonport cover 19 different supports. Therapy services is number 5 by listings; the most listed is support workers, with 39.

Devonport 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 Devonport

Devonport has 29 providers listing therapy services. Among these, 25 are registered for NDIS and 4 for aged care. Some providers focus only on therapy services, with 5 listings showing this as their sole service. The typical provider in Devonport lists around 10 supports, including options like personal care, community access, and support workers. Names you may find include Care Forward - Devonport, Fotas Care, Joyce Lin, and Respect Aged Care. Each provider offers different supports and approaches.

Comparing Devonport with nearby areas

If you are looking at therapy services in Devonport, you might also wish to compare nearby places. East Devonport is just 1 km away and has 5 listings. Ulverstone, 16 km from Devonport, lists 8 providers. Burnie, located 41 km away, has 19 listings. Comparing options in these areas can help you see the range of services and supports available across the region.

Community facts from the 2021 Census

At the 2021 Census, Devonport had 14481 residents and a median age of 43. About 9.3 percent, or 1346 people, reported needing help with core activities. This is higher than the 6.8 percent across Tasmania and 5.8 percent across Australia. The percentage of residents aged 65 and over in Devonport was 23.7, compared to 20.9 percent in Tasmania and 17.2 percent in Australia. These figures show the level of need for support services in the local community.

What therapy services may include

Therapy services cover assessment and intervention by allied health professionals. Supports may include help with function, mobility, communication, or daily activities. Providers may offer direct sessions, equipment advice, or training for carers and families. The approach and profession involved will depend on each person’s needs and goals. Therapy is not a single, interchangeable service but is tailored to the individual.

SolDirectory providers

No SolDirectory providers have registered therapy services for Devonport 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 Devonport

25 NDIS listings include therapy services among the supports recorded on the NDIS Commission register of registered providers for Devonport, TAS. A register listing shows what the register says, not who currently has capacity.

See all 25 NDIS providers listed in Devonport

Aged care register listings for therapy services in Devonport

4 aged care listings include therapy services among the supports recorded on the My Aged Care provider register for Devonport, TAS. A register listing shows what the register says, not who currently has capacity.

See all 4 aged care providers listed in Devonport

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

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 Devonport. 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 Devonport

Each number is how many register listings in Devonport list that support.

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Questions about therapy services in Devonport

How many therapy services providers are in Devonport?

There are 29 providers listing therapy services in Devonport. Of these, 25 are registered as NDIS providers and 4 as aged care providers.

How does Devonport compare to nearby areas for therapy services?

Devonport has 29 listings. East Devonport has 5, Ulverstone has 8, and Burnie has 19. Comparing these numbers may help you understand the local and regional options.

What supports do therapy services in Devonport offer?

Common supports include personal care, community access, support workers, domestic assistance, nursing, and transport. The typical provider lists around 10 different supports.

What does the 2021 Census say about support needs in Devonport?

At the 2021 Census, 1346 people in Devonport needed help with core activities. This was 9.3 percent of the population, higher than the state and national rates.

Are there providers focused only on therapy services?

Yes, 5 listings in Devonport show therapy services as their only service. Other providers may offer a wider range of supports in addition to therapy.

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