Deb Hopper, The OT Mentor

05/08/2026

Today is Day, a day to raise awareness for children living with genetic disorders. By wearing denim, we stand in solidarity with families who face these challenges every day.

Every child deserves the opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive. Let’s work towards a future where medical research gives more kids the chance to live healthier lives. 💙

Are you wearing your jeans today?

02/08/2026

In business there are highs and lows,
but last night we celebrated resilience and 'still standing' at the MidCoast Business Awards!

Thanks to my amazing therapy team who I just love working with and which push and encourage me, which then helps me support OTs around Australia even better!

If you're feeling overwhelmed as an OT, please reach out for support.

Deb Hopper, 2026 Outstanding Business Leader.

Woo hoo!

Last night our OT and business owner Deb Hopper was named Outstanding Business Leader at the 2026 Midcoast Business Awards for her work at Life Skills 4 Kids.

The last three years have been tough as she's been recovering from an accident and had to drop to part time which meant we had to be innovative and creative within the team. We had to find new ways to keep supporting the children and families when she wasn’t in the building. None of that happens without a team who can problem-solve and adapt and not just clock in.

To every staff member, past and present whether an OT, Early Intervention Teacher or Allied Health Assistant or admin services or other support services, thank you. Some of you were there at the start, some joined more recently, but you’ve all had a hand in building this. This award is as much yours as it is mine.

To Bruce, her husband, thank you for holding everything together at home and looking after her. She couldn't have done it without you.

And to the families who trust us with your kids, thank you. You let us into some of the hardest and most important parts of your lives, and we never take that lightly.

We're so proud of our team and we
love supporting our local community.

Thank you MidCoast Business Awards

31/07/2026

We're excited for tomorrow's MidCoast Business Awards and our whole team will be attending the awarding ceremony. Congratulations to all the finalists!

We here at LS4K are very excited for tomorrow's MidCoast Business Awards and our whole team will be attending the award ceremony!

No matter the results, we are proud to have such a wonderful team that helped us make it this far and serve so many families and children from around our local area. Congratulations to all the finalists.

29/07/2026

I’ll never forget the time we ran a teen group and 2 girls came and they clicked, made friends and swapped phone numbers after struggling for so long. It wasn't a ground breaking day for the rest of the group. But for them, everything changed.

Friendship doesn’t have to be big or complicated. It’s in the small, everyday moments of kindness, inclusion, and understanding.

Today, on , let’s remember that no child should feel alone.

What’s a small way you can show friendship today?

21/07/2026

Did you know Kiddikutter now has a grater that doesn't cut?

How good is that! I found it while searching with parents today in a parent consult!

Perfect for kids to what to help with cooking with parents.

21/07/2026

Hmm, when you leave work early and get a message from your team...

16/07/2026

Question:
What low-cost fine motor tools can be used for grip and endurance?
(Check comments for the extended answer!)

14/07/2026

A small act of generosity can make a big impact. Today is , a perfect reminder that kindness doesn’t have to be grand—it can be as simple as sharing knowledge, time, or a kind word.

What’s one thing you can give today? It might be a book you’ve finished, a moment of your time, or even just a smile. 💛

02/07/2026

Question:
For handwriting issues, what should be addressed first — hands or posture?
(Check comments for the extended answer!)

30/06/2026

Got a supervision question? Join us at 12 noon today for group supervision! Only $27.

Tickets disappear at 11am Sydney time.

Celebrate the Kids OT Pod’s 7th birthday and EOFY by joining a live Group Supervision call — open to all paediatric OTs across Australia for a limited time.