About our Cockatoo service

Mobile Exercise Physiology in Cockatoo

Exercare is a mobile exercise physiology practice based in south-east Melbourne, providing personalised, evidence-based exercise programs to clients across Cockatoo (3781) and the broader Shire of Cardinia area. Our accredited exercise physiologists (AEPs) visit you directly — whether that's at your home, a local gym, hydrotherapy pool, park, or community facility in Cockatoo.

We work with a wide range of clients in Cockatoo, from NDIS participants building capacity and independence to older adults requiring falls prevention, strength and balance programs, and chronic disease management. No matter your condition or funding type, we tailor every program to your individual goals and circumstances.

Unlike clinic-based services, Exercare eliminates the need to travel. For many of our Cockatoo clients — particularly those with disability, limited mobility, or complex health needs — this makes a significant difference to their ability to access consistent, high-quality exercise physiology care.

Services in Cockatoo

Exercise Physiology Services Available in Cockatoo

Our exercise physiologists deliver the full range of EP services to clients in Cockatoo and nearby Emerald, Beaconsfield Upper, Monbulk, Mount Dandenong:

NDIS exercise physiology
Aged care & home care
Medicare CDM programs
Hydrotherapy
Falls prevention
Strength & balance training
Neurological rehabilitation
Chronic disease management
Telehealth sessions
Assessments & reports
NDIS in Cockatoo

NDIS Exercise Physiology in Cockatoo

Exercare supports NDIS participants in Cockatoo with exercise physiology services funded under Capacity Building — Improved Daily Activities. We work with plan-managed and self-managed participants to design evidence-based programs that target their specific NDIS goals.

  • Personalised programs aligned to your NDIS plan goals
  • Full assessments, progress notes and NDIS reports provided
  • Mobile visits to your home, gym or community space in Cockatoo
  • Support for physical, neurological and intellectual disabilities
  • No referral required — contact us directly to get started

Conditions we support in Cockatoo include cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, Down syndrome, stroke recovery, intellectual disability and Parkinson's disease.

Aged care in Cockatoo

Aged Care Exercise Physiology in Cockatoo

For older adults living in Cockatoo, Exercare provides mobile exercise physiology through home care packages (HCP) and the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP). We visit clients at home, in residential facilities, or at local community venues in Cockatoo — wherever is most comfortable and accessible.

  • Falls prevention and balance training programs
  • Strength and mobility programs to maintain independence at home
  • Hydrotherapy at local pool facilities near Cockatoo
  • Coordination with care managers, GPs and allied health teams
  • Regular progress reviews and HCP-compliant reporting

Common conditions managed in our Cockatoo aged care clients include falls risk, osteoporosis, Parkinson's disease, cardiac conditions, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, COPD, dementia and general deconditioning.

How it works

Getting Started with Exercare in Cockatoo

Getting started is simple. Contact us by phone, email or through our online intake form. We'll confirm your funding type, discuss your needs, and arrange a convenient time to visit you in Cockatoo. Your first appointment is an initial assessment where we get to understand your health, goals and physical capacity before designing your personalised program.

  • Contact us — no referral needed for NDIS or private health
  • We visit you in Cockatoo for your initial assessment
  • Your personalised exercise program begins
  • Regular sessions, reviews and reports as required
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions — Cockatoo

Do you visit clients at home in Cockatoo?
Yes — Exercare visits clients in Cockatoo at home, at local gyms, hydrotherapy pools, parks and community facilities. We also offer telehealth for clients who prefer online sessions.
Do you accept NDIS funding in Cockatoo?
Yes. We accept NDIS plan-managed and self-managed funding in Cockatoo. No referral required, and exercise physiology doesn't need to be specifically named in your plan — you just need Capacity Building funding. Contact us and we'll confirm your details and get you started.
Can I use my home care package in Cockatoo?
Yes. Exercare provides exercise physiology services in Cockatoo funded through Home Care Packages (HCP) and CHSP. We liaise with your care manager and provide all required documentation.
Does Exercare bulk bill Medicare in Cockatoo?
Bulk billing is available for eligible Cockatoo clients referred by their GP under a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan. Ask your GP for a referral or contact us to find out if you're eligible.
What areas near Cockatoo do you also service?
In addition to Cockatoo, we service Emerald, Beaconsfield Upper, Monbulk, Mount Dandenong and all surrounding south-east Melbourne suburbs. Contact us to confirm availability in your area.