Functional Capacity Assessments for everyday support planning
A Functional Capacity Assessment builds a detailed picture of strengths, barriers and support needs in daily life. The assessment scope and report purpose are agreed before work begins.
People first
Who this service may support
Children and young people
Assessment considers age-relevant self-care, learning, mobility, communication and participation with family input.
Adults
Adults are assessed across personal care, domestic tasks, access, community participation and other meaningful roles.
Participants and support teams
The person remains central while relevant information is gathered from trusted supporters with consent.
In your own words
Common starting points
Understanding current function
The assessment examines what a person can do, where assistance is needed and how environments affect performance.
Clarifying support needs
Evidence helps describe the type and level of assistance connected with identified daily activities.
Informing practical recommendations
Recommendations are linked to assessment findings, personal goals and the agreed purpose of the report.
Meaningful progress
Everyday goals
- Documenting functional strengths, barriers and current assistance needs.
- Providing evidence-based recommendations within the assessor’s professional scope.
- Giving the person and relevant decision-makers a clearer picture of everyday function.
Individual and collaborative
What support may involve
- Interview, observation and selected standardised or non-standardised assessment activities.
- Review of relevant reports and consultation with supporters when authorised by the person.
- A written report that explains findings, reasoning, limitations and practical recommendations.
A clear path
How to get started
Start with a conversation
Tell us about the person, their strengths, everyday routines and the goals that matter now.
Confirm the right next step
The team considers suitability, location, timing, fees and the most useful service or assessment.
Review support together
Recommendations and supports are reviewed as priorities, environments and participation change.
Funding and appointment access
Assessment scope, timeframes and report costs are quoted before work begins.
Marsden Therapy is a Registered NDIS Provider and welcomes agency-managed, plan-managed and self-managed participants, as well as private clients. Plan coverage depends on individual circumstances.
Service suitability, delivery setting, timing, fees and availability are confirmed with the team before support begins.
Clinic, home, school, community, telehealth, day care and child care options are considered when appropriate for the person, service and goals.
Useful to know
Frequently asked questions
Does an assessment guarantee NDIS funding?
No. Marsden Therapy provides clinical evidence and recommendations, while funding decisions are made independently by the relevant decision-maker.
How long does a Functional Capacity Assessment take?
Timing depends on the scope, available information, number of environments considered and report requirements. The team confirms an estimate first.
What information should I bring to the assessment?
The assessor may request relevant plans, reports, medication or support information, but will explain what is useful for the agreed scope.
Next step
Ready for the next step?
Choose booking when you are ready, or contact the team if you would like to ask about suitability, funding or availability first.