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Early Start Australia Hindmarsh
At Early Start Australia Hindmarsh, we provide supportive, family-centred therapy services to help children, adolescents, parents, carers, and families thrive.
Our Hindmarsh clinic offers occupational therapy, physiotherapy, aquatic therapy, speech pathology, social work, psychology, assistive technology prescription, and environmental modification, tailored to your child’s and family’s needs.
Whether you’re seeking early intervention, developmental support, or specialised care, our dedicated team is here to help.
If you’d like to book an appointment or have a question, call 1300 372 439 or make an enquiry today.
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Clinic contact details
214 Port Road
Hindmarsh SA 5007
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Therapy services to help you thrive
Early Start Australia Hindmarsh provides occupational therapy, physiotherapy, aquatic therapy, speech pathology, social work, psychology, assistive technology prescription, environmental modification, and a range of group therapy programs to support your child and family.
Beginning therapy with your child can seem like heading into the unknown, but with the right people at your side, it can be a highly effective and positive experience.
We tailor each child’s therapy journey to best suit their circumstances and approach every session with optimism and the willingness to listen and share.
Sharing information and getting to know you and your family is key to making you feel comfortable about the process.
We’ll work with you at every stage to explain why we’re doing what we’re doing and to check that it’s in line with your expectations.
With multiple therapists and disciplines working together, we can provide comprehensive, collaborative family-centred services to your child and family within one therapy centre.
We’re easy to find
Early Start Australia Hindmarsh is conveniently located on Port Road.
The clinic offers easy on-street parking on Port Road and Milner St, with a dedicated private car park at the rear of 228 Port Rd.
Get directionsSupport for all ages, needs and abilities
Early Start Australia Hindmarsh clinic is proud to offer a diverse range of services designed to support individuals across all stages of life.
Renowned for our expertise in early intervention and complex physical disabilities, we are committed to helping children, adolescents, adults, and families achieve their goals.
We provide services tailored to meet the needs of people of all ages.
With specialised skills and a strong reputation for early intervention, we can assist you with:
- Complex physical disabilities
- Communication challenges
- Home modifications
- Complex assistive technology needs (communication and physical solutions)
We take a holistic approach to therapy, offering a comprehensive range of services, including:
- Occupational therapy: Supporting sensory processing, fine and gross motor skills, and independence in daily tasks.
- Physiotherapy: Addressing physical challenges and promoting mobility and strength.
- Aquatic therapy: Engaging clients in water-based therapy for physical and sensory benefits.
- Speech pathology: Enhancing communication, language, and speech sound development.
- Social work and psychology: Offering emotional and social support for clients and families.
- Assistive technology prescription: Tailoring complex communication and physical solutions to individual needs.
- Environmental modification: Designing personalised solutions to improve living spaces and accessibility.
Everyone is different, so our therapists prioritise every person’s unique needs, ensuring care is always supportive, evidence-informed, and impactful.
Our expert team brings specialised skills and additional qualifications to provide exceptional care, including:
- Complex assistive technology specialists: Prescribing tailored communication and physical solutions to clients with complex needs.
- Environmental modification specialists: Creating customised home modifications to enhance safety, accessibility, and independence.
Our services are available in-clinic, providing a structured environment for one-on-one or group sessions.
If you’re looking for flexibility, we also offer telehealth services, allowing therapy to be conducted remotely from the comfort of your home.
We also deliver community-based support in homes, day cares, schools, and other community environments, ensuring therapy is accessible and integrated into daily routines.
How we can help your child
From early intervention support to therapy services, we offer tailored plans that support your child’s development.
What you can expect at Early Start Australia Hindmarsh
Early Start Australia’s Hindmarsh clinic is renowned as a trusted provider of comprehensive, empathetic, and highly skilled therapy services.
Families choose us for a variety of reasons, including:
- Lifespan services: We support clients of all ages, offering care that caters to both early intervention and complex physical disabilities.
- Specialised expertise: Our team is recognised for its ability to manage complex assistive technology needs (both communication and physical) and deliver tailored home modification solutions.
- Trauma-informed care: We excel in providing skilled services to individuals and families impacted by trauma, ensuring our approach is supportive and sensitive to their experiences.
- Inclusive support: We are dedicated to working with people facing socioeconomic disadvantages, multigenerational disabilities, and cultural or linguistic diversity, creating a safe and accessible environment for all.
Programs
At Early Start Australia Hindmarsh, we offer engaging and impactful programs tailored to support individuals and families. These include:
- Holiday groups: Specially designed group activities offered during school holidays, focusing on social skills, play, and developmental goals in a fun and supportive environment.
- Aquatic therapy: A unique water-based therapy program that promotes physical development, sensory processing, and overall wellbeing in an enjoyable and therapeutic setting.
Serving families across Adelaide and beyond
While our clinic is in Hindmarsh, our services extend across metropolitan Adelaide and beyond.
Through collaborative outreach efforts with other South Australian clinics, we ensure families in regional areas can access high-quality support.
These locations include:
- Eudunda
- Murray Bridge
- Port Pirie
- Victor Harbour
Frequently asked questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about therapy services at Early Start Australia Hindmarsh.
We’re hiring!
Early Start Australia is part of the APM Group, a global human services provider now enabling better lives for more than 1 million people each year. To view all current opportunities to join our team visit the APM Careers website by clicking the button below.
Browse open rolesMeet our principals at Hindmarsh
Jordan Ignatavicius
Practice Principal and Paediatric Physiotherapist
Jordi is a Senior Physiotherapist and Practice Principal at South Australia’s Hindmarsh clinic.
She has a special interest in early intervention supports and promoting understanding of the physical needs of children with autism spectrum disorder among clinicians and families.
Jordi is the current physiotherapist in the Women’s and Children’s Hospital Child Development Unit team, bringing valuable experience working alongside children and families as they navigate neurodevelopmental assessment and the early stages of an ASD diagnosis.
Jordi holds a Master of Advance Paediatric Physiotherapy Practice from Monash University and a titled Paediatric Physiotherapist under the Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA).
Emma Gillespie
Practice Principal and Occupational Physiotherapist
Emma Gillespie is a Senior Occupational Therapist and shares the Practice Principal role at South Australia’s Hindmarsh clinic with Jordi Ignatavicius.
Emma has a special interest in working with children and their families living with complex disabilities whilst using a trauma informed approach.
Emma offers culturally sensitive services tailored to the needs of different people including working alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Clinic contact details
214 Port Road
Hindmarsh SA 5007
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Opening hours
Monday : 9am - 5pm
Tuesday : 9am - 5pm
Wednesday : 9am - 5pm
Thursday : 9am - 5pm
Friday : 9am - 5pm
Saturday : 9am - 3pm
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