Anderson Neurological and Developmental Services

What Anderson Neurological and Developmental Services does

Anderson Neurological and Developmental Services is a privately held, NDIS-registered allied health and neuro-rehabilitation provider headquartered in Western Australia, founded in 2010 by Ruth Anderson. The company delivers a vertically integrated suite of therapy services across four age-based segments (Early Years & Children, Teens & Young Adults, Adults, Seniors) with conditions spanning cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder, developmental delay, stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, and motor neurone disease. Core clinical offerings include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, psychology, social work, dietetics, exercise physiology, and podiatry, augmented by specialized modalities such as hydrotherapy, hippotherapy (delivered in partnership with Riding for the Disabled), intensive therapy blocks, and robotic-assisted neuro-rehabilitation.

The technology backbone is a robotic-assisted therapy suite anchored by an exclusive-type arrangement with Tyromotion to deploy the vendor's full product line (LEXO gait robot, OMEGO PLUS, AMADEO finger-hand device, DIEGO arm/shoulder device, MYRO sensor-based upper extremity system, TYRO STATION, PABLO, and TYMO balance platform) - the first such full-suite deployment in Australia - alongside the Ekso NR wearable exoskeleton, also first in Australia. These devices run vendor-supplied adaptive control software (EMG-Support, Smart Assist, virtual reality feedback) rather than proprietary AI, and are operated within purpose-built facilities in Manning (Perth Health Centre), Bunbury (South-West Health and Rehabilitation Centre, opened 2022), and Manjimup, with mobile and community-based delivery extending reach across Perth-Metro, Greater Bunbury, and Regional South-West Western Australia.

The business model is services-led with revenue sourced from at least eight distinct funding channels: NDIS plan-managed services, Insurance Commission of Western Australia (ICWA), Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA), Private Health Insurance, Medicare Enhanced Primary Care, Home and Community Care, Better Start for Children, and Healing Children with Autism. Pricing is quote-based and tied to individualized therapy packages and intensive therapy blocks (3-day to 2-week durations), with the Avenue by Anderson transitional accommodation creating a destination-therapy upsell. The company is founder-led with no disclosed external investors, partners with At Home Care for 24/7 clinical support, and distributes via clinic-based, mobile/community, and referral-driven channels (NDIS support coordinators and plan managers with a 24-hour response commitment).

Name

Anderson Neurological and Developmental Services

Legal name

Anderson Neurological and Developmental Services

Website

https://anderson.health

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Anderson Neurological and Developmental Services is a Western Australia-based, NDIS-registered allied health and neuro-rehabilitation provider serving NDIS participants across all age groups with physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology, robotic-assisted therapy (Tyromotion suite plus Ekso NR exoskeleton), hydrotherapy, and hippotherapy across three clinics.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Neuro-rehabilitation and Disability Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Child and Youth Services (624110)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Specialty Outpatient Facilities, Nec (8093), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Pediatric Rehabilitation & Developmental Therapy Centers (PT/OT/SLP) (HLAFAJAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Developmental Therapy / Early Childhood Special Instruction (EDACAFAG), Pediatric Physical Therapy & Developmental Rehab (HSADAIAE)

Keywords

• Neurological rehabilitation services
• Allied health therapy
• Robotic-assisted therapy
• NDIS disability services
• Hydrotherapy hippotherapy

Headquarters

HQ city

Manning Point

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. NDIS Funded Services: Registered NDIS provider delivering supports and services to help NDIS participants achieve their goals through personalized therapy programs.
2. Insurance Commission of Western Australia (ICWA): Services funded through ICWA for motor vehicle accident-related rehabilitation needs.
3. Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA): Rehabilitation services for veterans funded through DVA.
4. Private Health Insurance: Private pay services for clients with private health coverage.
5. Medicare (Enhanced Primary Care): Services funded through Medicare Enhanced Primary Care plans.
6. Home and Community Care: Home and Community Care program funding.
7. Better Start for Children: Early intervention funding for children with disability.
8. Healing Children with Autism: Specialized services for children with autism.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Anderson Neurological and Developmental Services is a Western Australian neuro-rehabilitation and disability services provider delivering allied health therapy, robotic-assisted neurorehabilitation (Tyromotion robotics suite and Ekso NR exoskeleton), hydrotherapy, hippotherapy, and intensive therapy blocks across clinic, home, school, and community settings. As an NDIS-registered provider, the company serves children, teens, adults, and seniors with neurological and developmental conditions through programs funded by NDIS, ICWA, DVA, Medicare, and private health insurance.

Product overview

Anderson Neurological and Developmental Services is a neuro-rehabilitation and disability services provider offering a comprehensive, integrated suite of therapy services across Western Australia. The core offering combines Allied Health Services (Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology, Social Work, Dietetics, Exercise Physiology, Podiatry) with specialized programs including Robotic-Assisted Neuro Rehabilitation (featuring Tyromotion's full robotics suite including LEXO, OMEGO PLUS, AMADEO, DIEGO, MYRO, PABLO, TYMO, and Ekso NR exoskeleton), Intensive Therapy Blocks, Hydrotherapy, and Hippotherapy. Supporting programs include Anderson Academy (paediatric and educational programs), Anderson Advantage, and Avenue by Anderson (transitional accommodation). Services are organized by age group: Early Years & Children, Teens & Young Adults, Adults, and Seniors. As an NDIS registered provider, they serve clients throughout Perth-metro and South-West Western Australia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Anderson Academy: Education and skill development programs for children including sensory activities, learn to ride, and holiday programs.
• Anderson Advantage
• Avenue by Anderson
• Anderson Collective

Products and services

• Allied Health Services Comprehensive allied health services including Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology, Social Work, Dietetics, Exercise Physiology, and Podiatry and Orthotics for individuals with neurological and developmental conditions across all age groups.
• Robotic-Assisted Neuro Rehabilitation First-in-Australia rehabilitation centre combining traditional therapy with Tyromotion robotics suite and Ekso NR exoskeleton for upper and lower extremity rehabilitation across all age groups and phases of recovery.
• Intensive Therapy Blocks High-dosage rehabilitation interventions ranging from 3 days to 2 weeks, combining allied health services with robotic-assisted rehab for accelerated motor-learning outcomes.
• Hydrotherapy Therapeutic techniques in warm water to relieve pain, relax and strengthen muscles, increase circulation, and improve function for adults and children with limited mobility.
• Hippotherapy Equine-assisted therapy conducted by trained Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists using horse movement to engage sensory, neuromotor and cognitive systems.
• Anderson Academy Educational and therapeutic programs for children including sensory activities, Learn to Ride, holiday programs, and Immersion sensory sessions.
• Anderson Advantage Specialized programs and services for teens and young adults including the Anderson Advance Netball Squad and other sports activities.
• Avenue by Anderson Bespoke transitional accommodation and supportive services for short-medium stays, featuring inclusive design with 3 bedrooms, 2 ensuites, home automation, and 24/7 care delivered in partnership with At Home Care.
• Early Years & Children Services Paediatric therapy services for children including Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Developmental Delay, Sensory processing disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and other neurological conditions.
• Teens & Young Adults Services Therapy services supporting independence for teenagers and young adults including Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, and Huntington's Disease.
• Adults Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Client progressed from crutches to walking independently
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature9 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• At Home CarecoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner24/7 care and nursing delivered by At Home Care, a local NDIS registered provider specializing in acquired brain injuries and other neurological conditions. At Home Care's team of Support Workers and Registered Nurses delivers specialized and complex care including personal care, medication administration, wound care, and ventilator management.
• Riding for the Disabled (RDA Carine)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for hippotherapy programs utilizing horses for therapeutic purposes. Specially trained physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech pathologists use equine movement to facilitate sensory, neuromotor, and cognitive systems engagement. Partnership also extends to South-West region.
• TyromotioncoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of robotics suite including LEXO, OMEGO PLUS, AMADEO, DIEGO, MYRO, TYRO STATION, PABLO, and TYMO. Anderson houses Tyromotion's full suite of upper and lower extremity robotics - first in Australia.
• Ekso BionicscoreTechnology or IntegrationProvider of Ekso NR exoskeleton for gait training and rehabilitation. Anderson is first in Australia to house this technology for stroke, ABI, SCI, and MS patients.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• KINNECT: Australian occupational health and rehabilitation services provider delivering physiotherapy, exercise physiology, psychology, and injury management across multiple sites. Comparable multi-disciplinary allied health model with insurer and NDIS-adjacent funding.
• Ability Action Australia: NDIS-registered allied health organisation offering occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech pathology, and behaviour support for NDIS participants across Australia. Comparable funding model, multi-disciplinary therapy offering, and paediatric-to-adult focus to Anderson.
• Everyday Independence: Australian NDIS-registered allied health provider delivering occupational therapy, speech pathology, physiotherapy, and positive behaviour support across multiple states. Directly comparable as an NDIS-funded multidisciplinary therapy provider with similar referral-driven GTM and paediatric-to-adult service breadth.
• Rehab Management: Australian rehabilitation provider offering occupational rehabilitation, injury management, and disability employment services with NDIS and insurer funding. Comparable as a multi-disciplinary rehabilitation provider operating across Australian geographies with similar payer mix.
• Bloom Healthcare: Australian allied health provider delivering paediatric and adult therapy services under NDIS, private health, and Medicare funding. Comparable in service breadth, NDIS funding dependency, and multi-site Australian delivery model.
• Lifecare Australia: Allied health network delivering physiotherapy, occupational therapy, exercise physiology, and other services across Australian clinics. Comparable in multi-disciplinary allied health delivery, multi-site footprint, and mix of private/NDIS/insurer funding.

Broad incumbents

• Royal Rehab: Established Australian neurorehabilitation provider offering inpatient and outpatient services for brain injury, spinal cord injury, and stroke. Overlaps with Anderson's neurological rehabilitation focus but operates as a broader, longer-established incumbent with hospital-level services.
• Epworth Rehabilitation: Hospital-based rehabilitation service within Epworth HealthCare providing inpatient and outpatient neurological, cardiac, and musculoskeletal rehab. Comparable in neurological rehabilitation delivery but as a larger hospital network incumbent rather than NDIS-specialist.

Others

• Tyromotion: German manufacturer of robotic and computer-assisted therapy devices used in neurorehabilitation. Not a competitor but the primary technology partner for Anderson's core robotics offering, representing both an enabling relationship and a supply dependency.
• Ekso Bionics: US-based developer of wearable exoskeletons for medical and industrial use. Anderson's exoskeleton partner (Ekso NR) - an enabling supplier rather than competitor, but a critical vendor dependency.

Market position

Strengths2 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/anderson-neurological-and-developmental-services

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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