Cognitive Retraining
Onward Health provides cognitive rehabilitation services across the Sunshine Coast, supporting adults to improve memory, attention, planning, executive functioning and functional independence following neurological injury or illness.
Cognitive changes can significantly impact daily life, affecting work, relationships, safety and confidence. Our therapy focuses on rebuilding practical thinking skills and developing strategies that support real-world participation.
Who we support
We commonly work with adults following:
Stroke
Acquired Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injury
Neurological conditions
Post-concussion presentations
Cognitive decline impacting daily function
Each program is tailored to the individual’s diagnosis, goals and environmental demands.
Cognitive rehabilitation may address:
Reduced attention and concentration
Memory impairment
Slowed processing speed
Executive functioning difficulties
Planning and organisation challenges
Reduced problem-solving ability
Mental fatigue
Reduced insight or safety awareness
We assess how these challenges affect everyday activities such as managing appointments, preparing meals, handling finances and returning to work.
Common Cognitive Difficulties
Assessment & Intervention Approach
Cognitive rehabilitation begins with a structured functional assessment. We evaluate cognitive strengths and areas of difficulty within meaningful daily tasks rather than relying solely on standardised testing.
Cognitive rehabilitation aims to improve:
Independence in daily living tasks
Safety and decision-making
Return to meaningful activities
Work or study participation
Confidence in managing routines
Reduced reliance on external prompts
Progress is reviewed regularly to ensure intervention remains targeted and effective.
Intervention may include:
Strategy training for memory and organisation
Environmental modifications to support independence
Task breakdown and graded practice
Executive functioning retraining
Fatigue management strategies
Functional skill development within the home or community
Therapy is goal-driven and designed to support practical, measurable outcomes.
Intervention
Functional Outcomes
Cognitive rehabilitation services may be funded under:
NDIS
DVA
TAC / CTP schemes
Private referrals
We provide structured documentation aligned with funding requirements where required.
Eligibility & Referrals
Service Area
Onward Health provides mobile cognitive rehabilitation across the Sunshine Coast and surrounding regions. Therapy is delivered in-home to maximise functional relevance and real-world application.
Referral
If you are seeking cognitive rehabilitation on the Sunshine Coast, please contact Onward Health to discuss your goals and referral pathway.
