Community Therapy Podcast

In our latest podcast episode, Scott and Erin discuss how inclusive practice isn't about having all the right answers — it's about listening. As healthcare professionals, one of the most powerful tools we have is the ability to create space for people to tell their story. By approaching care with curiosity instead of assumptions, and by focusing on what matters most to the individual, we...

 In this episode, Scott Lynch (Community Therapy's Founder and Managing Director) and Jacinta Cunningham (AHPRA registered Occupational Therapist, and Learning & Development Lead at Community Therapy) discuss the recent reforms in Australia's aged care funding, focusing on the Support at Home and Home Modifications schemes. They explore challenges, opportunities, and future direction...

Welcome to the Aged Care & NDIS Update! This edition covers: NDIS – are NDIS reports actually being read? Aged Care Act – updates have been released by the Department Aged Care Worker Screening – proposed changes For more details, check out our LinkedIn newsletter . Want to know more about Community Therapy? Allied Health 👉 We provide allied health services on the Central Coast and Hunter of...

Welcome to the Aged Care & NDIS Update! In this episode, Scott Lynch dives into the latest in Aged Care and NDIS, including: Wage increases for aged care workers. Extra funding for CHSP meal providers. Ongoing efforts to combat NDIS fraud. Updates to the NDIS Board and Advisory Council. Stay up to date with the key news and insights impacting the sector. For more details, check out our LinkedI...

In this episode of the Community Therapy Podcast, Scott Lynch discusses recent developments in the NDIS and Aged Care sectors, focusing on NDIS pricing reforms led by IHACPA and the ACCC's warnings regarding misleading advertising practices. The episode aims to provide listeners with concise updates on industry news and highlights the importance of pricing parity and ethical advertising in su...

Welcome to the first LIVE in-person episode of the Community Therapy Podcast! In this episode we have somewhat of a role-reversal. Scott Lynch (Founder and Managing Director) is interviewed by Harry Keating, who works in the communications and marketing team at Community Therapy. Together they discuss Scott’s career as a Physiotherapist and explore how Community Therapy came to be. Scott shares so...

In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Tim Stewart (CEO & Medical Director of HEAL Urgent Care). HEAL is a walk-in urgent care clinic for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses, with the goal of providing excellent care for patients while easing the burden on public emergency departments. Scott and Tim discuss how HEAL Urgent Care was built from...

In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Lorraine Poulos (Managing Director of Lorraine Poulos and Associates). Together they discuss all things in-home aged care reform. It’s a sector undergoing constant change and review, and many providers feel overwhelmed and uncertain of what the future may look like. In this episode, Scott and Lorraine discuss the ref...

In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Viv Allanson (CEO of Maroba Caring Communities). They discuss the challenges and opportunities in residential aged care, the importance of physical activity and wellness programs for older adults, and the complexities of government regulation and its impact on the sector. We hope you find this conversation inspiring...

In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Shirley Dalton (Professional Speaker, Leadership Coach and Creator of the Blueprint for Business Freedom). Together they discuss the value of developing an understanding of personality and communication to improve professional relationships. They explore personality types, communication styles, active listening, feed...

In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Jim Moraitis (Founder and CEO of Village Local), who shares his journey of starting an organization that helps older Australians navigate the complexities of the aged care system. They discuss ways to best navigate the aged care sector and the importance of prioritising empathy and emotional sensitivity in healthcare...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy ) and Rowan Smith, (Founder of Tech Gym). Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Speech Pathologists and Massage Therapists. Community Therapy deliver...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy ) and Anton Croxford, (National Accounts Manager at Alpha Lifecare). Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Speech Pathologists and Massage Therapists...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) and Cheryl Pollock, (Founder of ChezLeon). Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Speech Pathologists and Massage Therapists. Community Therapy deliv...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy ) and Karen Brown, (NSW & ACT Divisional Manager for Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA)). Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Speech Patholog...

In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy ) discusses proposed changes to the NDIS Act and Rules in response to the Tune Review. Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Speech Pathologists, an...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy ) and Phoebe Bell, (Dental Hygienist and Founder of Dental at Home). Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Speech Pathologists and Massage Therapists...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy ) and Paul Green, (Senior Counsellor at EAP Assist) discuss employee wellbeing which is particularly relevant during the COVID-19 pandemic and changes of routines relating to working from home. Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a compa...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) and Jessica Mclennan, (Accounts Manager at Employment Hero). Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Speech Pathologists and Massage Therapists. Commu...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy ) and Hayley Ryan, (Wounds Clinical Nurse Consultant and Director at Wound Rescue) discuss wound care in the aged care and disability sectors. Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy ) discusses the COVID-19 pandemic and the impact on mental health, physical activity and client care needs to monitor. Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Diet...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) and Jodeane Anderson, (Registered Nurse and Case Manager at Novacare). Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Speech Pathologists and Massage Therapi...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) and Barry Redican and Linda Vella from Shower Buddy talk all things shower chairs! Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago at the time of writing that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Spee...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy ) and Katie Rae (Accredited Practising Dietitian) talk about Diabetes during National Diabetes Week 2021. Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s NSW Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started 5 years ago that has grown to a team of 70 Physios, OTs, Dietitians, Speec...

In this episode Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) and Lloyd Valentine (Founder of Healthy Change Challenge) talk about: Healthy Change Challenge Social Enterprises The importance of being a mission, vision and values led organisation Scott is Chair of the Australian Physiotherapy Association’s Gerontology Committee and Managing Director of Community Therapy; a company he started...