Allied Health
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Dietetics
Eat well. Feel better. Live fully.
Our Accredited Practising Dietitians provide personalised nutrition advice to support chronic disease management, digestive health, weight concerns, and healthy ageing.
We can help with:
- Chronic Disease Management (e.g. diabetes, cardiovascular disease)
- Gastrointestinal issues (e.g., IBS, intolerances)
- Weight management
- Healthy eating at all life stages - from kids to older adults
See a Dietitian at Ascot Vale Leisure Centre where you there are links and pathways to:
- Fully equipped gym & indoor aquatics
- Community classes and wellbeing groups
- Social spaces, including café
- On-site, fitness and recreation support
- A welcoming, inclusive environment that celebrates cultural diversity and supports gender-safe care
Rebates may be available through:
- Medicare
- WorkCover
- Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
- Private Health
What will a Dietitian do?
A Dietitian can assist your health and wellbeing through:
- Help you understand the relationship between food, health, and disease
- Assess your nutritional needs
- Offer evidence-based tailored dietary strategies that can be incorporated into your routine and life
- Collaborating with GPs and other Allied Health professionals for integrative care
- Educating, supporting and empowering you to take control of your physical, mental and social health
No referral necessary; anyone can see a MOVE Dietitian.
Should I see a Dietitian?
You might benefit from seeing a Dietitian if you:
- Have a medical condition affected by diet (e.g., diabetes, high cholesterol, coeliac disease)
- Struggle with digestion, energy levels or mood related to food
- Want practical, non-judgmental help with healthy eating
- Are seeking support around emotional eating or food habits
- Need tailored nutrition for recovery, fitness, or family health
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Occupational Therapy
Live with greater independence and confidence.
Our Occupational Therapists work with clients of all ages to enhance daily function and participation in life. Whether you’re recovering from injury, navigating a disability, or need support to stay independent at home, Occupational Therapy can help.
Support may include:
- Functional assessments
- Equipment prescription
- Sensory and behavioural support
- NDIS therapy & capacity building
See an Occupational Therapist at Ascot Vale Leisure Centre where you gain links and possible pathways to:
- Fully equipped gym & indoor aquatics
- Community classes and wellbeing groups
- Social spaces, including café
- On-site, fitness and recreation support
- A welcoming, inclusive environment that celebrates cultural diversity and supports gender-safe care
Rebates may be available through:
- Medicare
- WorkCover
- Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
- Private Health
What will a Occupational Therapist do?
Occupational Therapists may support you with:
- Daily living skills and routine (e.g., cooking, showering, dressing, shopping)
- Needs and challenges associated with Mental Health, Sensory or Cognition
- Mobility, falls prevention and accessing the community
- Equipment and aids
- NDIS functional assessments and reports
- Collaborating with GPs and other Allied Health professionals for integrative care
- Educating, supporting and empowering you to take control of your physical, mental and social health.
No referral necessary; anyone can see a MOVE Occupational Therapist.
Should I see a Occupational Therapist?
You may benefit from seeing an Occupational Therapist if you:
- Have difficulty with day-to-day activities at home or in the community
- Are recovering from illness, injury, or surgery
- Live with a disability, mental health condition, or chronic illness
- Want to increase your confidence, independence, or safety
- Need help returning to work, school or parenting roles
- Want to assist your child’s development
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Exercise Physiology
Reach your health goals with tailored movement.
Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are university-qualified professionals trained to prescribe safe, targeted exercise for a range of health conditions and injuries.
Exercise Physiology can help improve your strength, mobility, balance, and overall wellbeing.
See an AEP at Ascot Vale Leisure Centre where you gain links and possible pathways to:
- Fully equipped gym & indoor aquatics
- Community classes and wellbeing groups - Social spaces, including café
- On-site, fitness and recreation support
- A welcoming, inclusive environment that celebrates cultural diversity and supports gender-safe care
Rebates may be available through:
- Medicare
- WorkCover
- Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA)
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
- Private Health
Access to Exercise Physiology consultations and Exercise Physiology group classes are also available within the MOVE Gold membership.
What will an Exercise Physiologist do?
An AEP can assist your health and wellbeing through:
- Individual consultations and assessment
- Personalised, tailored Exercise Physiology programs
- Programs that include evidence-based exercise that can be conducted at the gym, in the pool, at home or in a group
- Collaborating with GPs and other Allied Health professionals for integrative care
- Educating, supporting and empowering you to take control of your physical, mental and social health.
No referral necessary; anyone can see a MOVE Exercise Physiologist.
Should I see an Exercise Physiologist?
Anyone with a medical condition or injury can see an AEP, specifically they can assist with a range of diseases and conditions:
- Diabetes & metabolic conditions
- Heart disease & high blood pressure
- Arthritis, chronic pain & injuries
- Neurological and pulmonary conditions
- Mental health & cancer recovery
