What is PITS (Post Intervention Therapy Services) funding?

PITS is a short-term intensive therapy funding program provided through Perth Children’s Hospital/CAHS pathways to support children who require additional community-based therapy after a significant hospital intervention or episode of care.

PITS funding can help families access private allied health sessions to support continuity of care after discharge, where approved by the PITS team.

PITS funding approval, scope and timeframes are determined by the hospital program and your child’s PITS coordinator.

Who may be eligible for PITS funding?

Eligibility is determined by the hospital program. Generally, children may be eligible when they have had recent inpatient or outpatient care through Perth Children’s Hospital/CAHS and require short-term, intensive therapy post-discharge.

Some pathways may require the child to be linked to a specific hospital program and have approval through the relevant coordinator.

What therapy can be provided under PITS?

Therapy depends on your child’s goals, discharge recommendations, and the authorisation provided by the PITS team. At Palms, intensive therapy blocks may include:

Physiotherapy

• Strength, mobility, balance, and gross motor skill development

• Task-specific training aligned to home/school goals

• Rehabilitation planning and home programs

Occupational Therapy

• Functional skills (self-care, school tasks, motor planning)

• Upper limb function and participation goals

• Sensory regulation strategies when relevant

Speech Pathology

• Communication goals (speech, language, social communication)

• Feeding/swallowing support when clinically indicated and within scope

• Family and communication-partner strategies

Therapy is individualised. We do not guarantee specific outcomes; we focus on measurable, functional goals and best-practice care.

What does “intensive therapy” mean?

“Intensive” usually refers to higher frequency therapy over a shorter period (for example, multiple sessions per week for several weeks) where this is clinically appropriate and approved by the funding program.

Intensive blocks often work best when there is:

• A clear goal or skill focus

• Consistent home practice and caregiver involvement

• A plan that is achievable across real-life routines

How to access PITS-funded therapy at Palms

To help us confirm authorisation quickly, please provide:

1. Your child’s discharge summary / therapy recommendations (PCH/CAHS)

2. Your PITS coordinator’s contact details

3. Any relevant reports (e.g., hospital therapy plan, equipment plans, key goals)

We will then:

• Liaise with the PITS team (as needed) to confirm coverage and authorisation

• Book sessions aligned to your child’s needs and the approved funding

Email: admin@palmsphysio.au (and/or kirsty@palmsphysio.au)
Phone: Malaga 6285 6185 | Noranda (08) 9376 1443

Why families choose Palms for PITS-funded therapy

• Paediatric-focused clinicians experienced in complex presentations

• Dedicated therapy environments (including kids therapy spaces and sensory supports where relevant)

• Clear communication and goal planning

• Collaboration with hospital teams and other providers (with consent)

• Clinic-based therapy in Malaga and Noranda

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Frequently asked questions

Is PITS the same as NDIS?

No. PITS is a separate hospital-linked funding program. Some children may later transition to NDIS, but eligibility and timing are individual. (We can also support NDIS plan-managed and self-managed participants separately.)

Can you liaise with our hospital therapist?

Yes—with parent/guardian consent, we can collaborate with your child’s hospital team to support continuity of care.

Will PITS cover all therapy needs?

PITS is typically short-term and targeted. The scope and number of sessions are defined by the program authorisation.

Important disclaimer: This page is general information only and is not a substitute for individual medical advice. Eligibility for PITS funding, authorised disciplines, session numbers and rules are determined by Perth Children’s Hospital/CAHS and the PITS coordinator. We can only provide services within the scope approved by the funding program and appropriate to the child’s clinical needs.