Neurodiversity at Work: Supporting Sustainable Participation Through Clear Work Design Neurodiversity describes natural variation in how people process information, manage attention, communicate and interact with their environment. In Australian workplaces, neurodivergent employees are already present across all roles and levels. While awareness of neurodiversity has increased, many workplaces continue to rely on informal or
Celebrating 21 Years of Easec Danielle Rose, Head of Client Relations, interviews Julia Bunn, Founder and General Manager of Easec To mark Easec’s 21st birthday, I sat down with our Founder and General Manager, Julia Bunn, to reflect on the journey so far. We spoke about how the business began, the values that have
Occupational Therapy home assessments play a critical role in understanding how people function in their real-world environment. By assessing everyday activities, home set up and support needs, our clinicians provide clear guidance that helps individuals remain safe, capable and empowered at home.
Celebrating OT Week 2025 ‘Occupational Therapy in Action’ This week, from 27 October to 2 November, we’re proudly joining the national celebration of OT Week 2025, a time to recognise and celebrate the incredible work of occupational therapists (OT’s) across Australia. This year’s theme, ‘Occupational Therapy in Action,’ highlights the creativity, problem-solving, and compassion
At Easec, we specialise in comprehensive Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Assessments and Household Services (HHS) Assessments, delivered by our highly qualified Occupational Therapists. With extensive experience, FIM accreditation, and efficient assessment protocols, we provide expert evaluations and recommendations to improve independence and safety in daily living activities at
Habits are important because they relieve the brain of the difficult task of making decisions. Imagine waking up every day and deciding on every task that you need to complete. Think of the toll it would take to make decisions all throughout the day. So, we form habits and repetitive actions strengthen the neural pathways
R U OK? Day is a national suicide prevention initiative developed in 2009, that encourages us to act and ask, "Are you okay?" to anyone who might be struggling with life. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, over 3,000 Australians die from suicide each year, whilst 65,000 Australians will make a suicide
Burnout is the result of excessive and chronic stress that has not been successfully managed. It is a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion, which can lead to feelings of depletion, mental distance from tasks, and reduced productivity. When you are in a state of burnout, you may feel like you have nothing more
Boundary-setting is a vital skill that ensures healthy work, romantic, family, and platonic relationships. We are often never taught how to set boundaries or even told that they are important. But without effective boundaries, unhealthy or toxic relationships can develop, which can severely impact our mental health and wellbeing. Effective boundary-setting is linked to happier
Working from home Spending an increased amount at home, with limited social contact, can take a toll on our mental health. Extended periods at home can cause feelings of boredom and loneliness. Working from home also takes away routine and structure that might be present in the workplace, such as a walk outside during
