Innovate Rehab

15/10/2026

Mental Health Month 💚

October is Mental Health Month, and this year’s theme, Together We Thrive, reminds us that supporting our mental health can start with the small things.

Checking in with someone. Making time for the people who matter. Getting involved in your community. Asking for support when you need it. And making space for the things that help you feel like you.

Throughout October, we encourage our Innovate Rehab community to take a little extra time to prioritise wellbeing — both your own and those around you. 💙

Mental Health Australia also has a range of free resources, wellbeing tips and Mental Health Month calendars available throughout October.

https://www.mentalhealthaustralia.org.au/get-involved/world-mental-health-day/resources/

09/10/2026

World Mental Health Day - October 10th 💚

Today is World Mental Health Day, and a reminder that looking after our mental health doesn’t always have to mean big changes.

Sometimes it’s a conversation. Checking in. Feeling heard. Staying connected. Or simply knowing that someone is in your corner.

This year’s theme, Together We Thrive, highlights the power of connection in supporting our mental health and wellbeing.

At Innovate Rehab, we see every day how meaningful connection, independence and participation in the things that matter can make a difference to a person’s overall wellbeing. 💙

As we recognise World Mental Health Day, and Mental Health Month throughout October, take a moment to check in — with yourself and with the people around you.

06/10/2026

Did you know you can access Physiotherapy right here at Share My Ability?

Innovate Rehab work with clients to build strength, mobility, balance, coordination and confidence – with sessions tailored to each person’s individual needs and goals.

And with all the incredible equipment available, therapy can look a little different here!

👉 Find out more at our Website OR Call 1300 195 578

06/10/2026

We are growing our mobile Podiatry team! 👣

With a growing demand for our podiatry services, Innovate Rehab is looking to welcome another mobile Podiatrist to our team, supporting clients across the Blue Mountains & Western Sydney.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working out in the community, building genuine relationships with clients and having flexibility in their working week.

✨ What we can offer:
• Flexible days and hours
• Mobile, community-based work
• A supportive multidisciplinary allied health team
• A varied caseload across aged care, disability and community health

Whether you’re looking to add a day or two to your current week or are interested in something more, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Interested?
Email us to have a chat and find out more.
[email protected]

Know a Podiatrist who might be a great fit?
Send them this post! 👣

10/09/2026

💛 R U OK? Day

Today is R U OK? Day — a reminder of how important a simple conversation can be.

Working across our community, we see every day the value of connection, support and taking the time to genuinely check in with the people around us.

You don’t need to have all the answers. Sometimes simply asking “Are you OK?”, listening, and being there can make a real difference.

And remember to check in with yourself, too. 💛

If you or someone you know could use some extra support, R U OK? has a range of resources and support services available at https://www.ruok.org.au/

24/08/2026

📣 We’re hiring Community Occupational Therapists!

Innovate Rehab is looking for passionate OTs to join our growing team, with opportunities to work across the Blue Mountains and surrounding areas.

Enjoy flexible working, a supportive, multidisciplinary team, varied community-based work, and plenty of opportunities to grow and develop in your role. 💙

Interested, or know someone who might be a great fit?
View the full position and apply via SEEK 👇

Community occupational therapist with NDIS and/or Aged Care experience, to be part of an energetic, collaborative, multidisciplinary team.

30/07/2026

Today we attended the Penrith Community Aged Care Expo at Penrith RSL, and it was a fantastic opportunity to connect with other aged care providers and community services across our region.

As an allied health provider, we’re always looking to build relationships, learn about new resources available in our community, and strengthen the network of support available to our clients. It was also a great opportunity to chat with attendees, hear about the needs and priorities of our local ageing community, and better understand how we can continue supporting people to live independently and well.

It was wonderful to catch up with familiar faces and friends across the industry as well. Thank you to the organisers for such a valuable community event; we’re looking forward to continuing the conversations that started today. 💙

21/06/2026

Earlier this month, one of our Directors and Physiotherapists, Michael, travelled to Queensland to attend both the Gold Coast Disability Expo and the Seniors Expo Australia event in Robina.

As a provider supporting people living with disabilities and older adults, these events provided a valuable opportunity to gain insight into the disability and aged care landscape on an interstate level. Staying connected with industry developments helps us better understand emerging services, technologies, supports, and innovations that can enhance outcomes for the people we work with every day.

With aged care and disability participants making up the majority of our caseload, we're committed to continually learning, networking, and staying informed to deliver the highest-quality allied health services possible.

It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with providers from across Australia, explore new ideas, and bring valuable knowledge back to our team as we continue to grow and improve our services.

15/06/2026

Hiring the right person is important, but ensuring they can safely meet the role's physical demands is just as critical.

That is why we are excited to share that Innovate Rehab, in collaboration with Sydney West Occupational Hub, now offers Pre-Employment Medical and Functional Assessments.

Our assessments provide a comprehensive picture of a candidate’s suitability for a role, combining both medical screening and role-specific functional testing tailored to the physical demands of your workplace.

Whether you're hiring for physically demanding roles, strengthening your onboarding process, or looking to proactively reduce the risk of injury, our team can tailor assessments to suit your organisation.

Click below to learn more about our Pre-Employment Medical & Functional Assessments:

At Innovate Rehab, we provide comprehensive pre-employment medical and functional assessments to help employers make informed hiring decisions and reduce workplace injury risk.

15/06/2026

Research shows that around 60% of men wait more than a week to see a doctor when experiencing symptoms, while one in three delay seeking help for more than a month.

This week marks Men's Health Week, a national awareness campaign that encourages Australian men and boys to learn more about their health and wellbeing, access reliable health information, and seek support when needed.

A key focus of this year's campaign is the "101 Reasons to See Your GP" initiative by Healthy Male, which encourages men to take proactive steps towards better health through regular check-ups, preventative screening, and early intervention.

The Men's Health Week website offers a range of articles, practical health information, and free downloadable resources:
👉 www.menshealthweek.com.au

Let's use this week as an opportunity to start conversations, increase awareness, and support better health outcomes for men and boys across Australia. 💙

101 real reasons Australian men should book a GP appointment. From mental health to preventative care, find your reason and take action during Men's Health Week.