Coast Rehab

03/06/2026

From a home office to a purpose-built rehabilitation clinic, Coast Rehab has truly been built on family, determination, and a passion for helping others.

More than 20 years ago, Coast Rehab Director Peta Hardy started working for herself after the birth of her third son, while her husband worked away for long periods as a merchant seaman.

Like many women balancing family and career, Peta adapted her work to fit around the needs of her growing family. What began as working from home evolved into an office and, eventually, the rehabilitation gym and clinic Coast Rehab operates from today.

One of the most rewarding parts of that journey has been seeing her sons contribute to the business in a very tangible way. They recently helped transform an industrial unit into a welcoming clinical space, installing flooring, building walls, and creating office areas.

This week marked another milestone, with the installation of a ceiling hoist to support our physiotherapy team and the clients we work with every day.

For Peta, it was a proud moment. Not only seeing another stage of the clinic completed, but knowing that her sons played a part in building it.

Coast Rehab is proud to be a family-centred business, built on hard work, community, and a commitment to improving the lives of people with disability.

Swipe through to see some of the team behind the build!



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28/04/2026

It on again! Sunday May 17th Walk to Defeat MND Central Coast.

Sign up to join in at
https://www.walktodefeatmnd.org.au/centralcoast26

20/04/2026

Our Director Peta Hardy is presenting at Sydney ATSA Independent Living Expo in May on the role of Assistive Technology (AT) in supporting people living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

Assistive Technology has the potential to make a meaningful and immediate difference. Supporting independence, comfort, safety, and participation in everyday life, even as needs change over time.

ATSA provides a great opportunity for our team to explore the latest equipment and connect with others working in assistive technology and complex disability.

Come along on 13th and 14th May https://expo.atsa.org.au/sydney-expo/

09/04/2026

In the rehab gym this week we had from Mogo Wheelchairs to visit with Dave (a long-term wheelchair user) and review his setup.
Refining his custom chair with a solid one-piece footplate and introducing a contoured backrest to better support changes in posture over time.

Having the right environment, equipment, and team on hand allows us to problem-solve in real time and achieve better outcomes for our clients.

07/04/2026

An important reminder that clinical reasoning matters.

Proud to see this conversation being led by Peta Hardy – Director of Coast Rehab 👏🧠

“We’ve removed the bed rails. They’re a restrictive practice.” That’s what one of my OTs was told walking into an NDIS-funded group home.

Their participant requires a hoist for transfers. She does not attempt to leave the bed independently. She can call for staff when needed. With rails raised, she repositions herself overnight for comfort.

When the rails were removed without Occupational Therapist input, her overnight support needs increased. Her independence dropped. Her agitation rose.

Here’s the key point: Bed rails are not always automatically a restrictive practice ⚠️ Specifically for in-home care. However, if someone is in a facility or hospital setting, different rules may apply.

If used to address a behaviour of concern, they may dip into restrictive practice territory. If prescribed to support positioning or transfers, with risk assessed and mitigated, they may be therapeutic.

Across all settings, bed rails must be assessed case by case, considering falls, entrapment, impalement, asphyxiation and restraint risk to promote safety and wellbeing.

To learn more about the prescription of bed rails (and alternative products) alongside principles of assessment of beds and mattresses, you're going to want to attend our upcoming live workshop with Verve OT Learning!!

Join us for: Sleep Tight – Selecting the Most Suitable Bed, presented by Peta Hardy 🛌

NEW DATE: 20 April 2026 | 12.00pm – 2.00pm AEST (P.S. If you can't make it live, sign up to receive the recording and slides)

07/04/2026

Calling Central Coasters, this is a wonderful event aiming to raise funds and awareness of and come together as a community that cares.

Central Coast, Walk to Defeat MND is coming to you this May!

Sign up to support your MND Community now at https://www.walktodefeatmnd.org.au/centralcoast

This 5km all ages, all abilities charity walk will take place at Long Jetty Foreshore from 10am on Sunday May 17.

We can't wait to see you there!

31/03/2026

Thoughtful assistive technology can make daily care safer and more comfortable for everyone involved.

This Attendant Tilt Commode has been customised for a woman with achondroplasia.

It includes:

• Custom pressure care seat with tailored aperture
• Custom leg supports for shorter limb length
• Inset armrests that pull, twist out and flip back to allow hoist transfers
• Tension-adjustable backrest for postural support

The chair is set at the highest seat-to-floor height for both toilet clearance and to reduce bending for carers, helping minimise the risk of overuse injuries during personal care.

Thanks to Mark Vickers at for help with scripting and setup.

30/03/2026

Adaptive Surf Pro Byron Bay 🏄‍♀️☀️👨‍🦽‍➡️👍

19/03/2026

Great to have Brad from visit our rehab gym this week 🙌

Our team had the chance to get hands-on with the Kira2Sit aid and Tuki commode chairs, exploring different options for supporting safe and effective transfers.

Our OTs were particularly interested in collapsible and travel commode options, while our physios explored how the Kira2Sit compares to more commonly used standing lifters.

We also had some really valuable discussions around who this type of equipment is best suited for, including considerations around safety, contraindications, and individual needs.

Opportunities like this help our team continue to build knowledge and ensure we’re recommending the right equipment for the right person.

Thanks Brad for coming in and sharing your expertise!

02/03/2026

Delivery day highlight!

Today we had the pleasure of supporting Nicole to receive her new Glide Centro powerchair with head array.

This setup was carefully configured to provide optimal positioning, access, and independent control. A great collaborative effort with supplier Astris PME - Formerly Specialised Wheelchair Co and our OT Helen Shaw to ensure everything was fitted, adjusted, and ready for real-world use.

Nothing better than seeing the moment new mobility opens up greater comfort, confidence, and independence.

Wishing Nicole many happy journeys ahead!