Who We Are

Who We Are

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Our Story

Helen and Virginia, both physiotherapists, met whilst working independently in the community in 2009. Helen and Virginia wanted to extend their network and bring together other like minded therapists.

In 2011, Active Wise Health Care was born. Ten years on, Active Wise is proud to be providing a multi-disciplinary service that includes physiotherapy, occupational therapy and podiatry. Our therapists are passionate about providing quality care to people of all ages who are unable to access more traditional services outside of their homes.

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Our Purpose

Active Wise’s purpose is to keep our clients active, maximise their independence and improve their quality of life. We are passionate about helping our clients achieve their goals through client centred, evidenced based, therapy.

We acknowledge the privilege and benefits of working with clients in their homes – our interventions are tailored to the client’s specific needs and environment. Active Wise therapists provide warm and friendly care to people of all ages – we love what we do and we look forward to working with you!

Our Team

Active Wise is a dedicated team of physiotherapists and occupational therapists who are committed to providing warm, friendly service. Active Wise staff deliver personalised quality therapy to seniors in the comfort of their own homes. All Active Wise therapists hold the necessary registrations and have current police checks.

Virginia Croagh

Co-Director  |  Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne

Master of Public Health, Monash University

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Virginia has worked in a number of different settings, but has spent the majority of the last 15 years working in the community doing home visits. She loves the challenge of working with people (and their families) to help them achieve their goals and get the most out of life! Virginia is particularly passionate about keeping her clients in their own homes for as long as they desire. Virginia juggles her work life with a dynamic home life – she has three daughters, a son and a step-son. When time permits, Virginia loves going for a spin on her bike, cooking for family and friends, reading and swimming in nature.

Helen Noakes

Co-Director  |  Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Queensland

Certificate IV in Workplace Training & Assessment
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Helen’s passion in physiotherapy has been working with the senior population; she has a wide range of experience in both residential and community care. Helen loves working closely with clients to help restore their level of function and improve quality of life. Helen also enjoys working alongside staff/families to promote safe manual handling practices. Helen loves to travel, and would like to travel more now that her children are grown up. She also enjoys walking with her dogs, visiting wineries, pottering in the garden and being with her family and friends.
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Monica Derum

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Deakin University

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Monica is an Occupational Therapist with over 15 years of experience working predominantly in the public health sector, in both inpatient and community settings. Monica has a particular interest in working with older people and is passionate about helping her clients to achieve their goals such as remaining at home for longer, making activities easier to do and feeling safer to do those activities. Monica is SWEP credentialed for assessment and prescription of equipment.

Monica enjoys spending time with her family, particularly watching her three children play sport, going on day trips and doing pilates.

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Lane Meyer

Physiotherapist

Doctor of Physiotherapy, Monash University

Exercise and Sports Science (Majoring in Exercise Physiology), Deakin University

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Lane has experience supporting clients to achieve meaningful goals in their own environments. He works with a range of presentations including neurological, musculoskeletal and cardiopulmonary. Having also studied exercise science, Lane is confident in delivering meaningful, tailored exercise programs to support the therapeutic process. Lane is particularly passionate about maximising mobility and balance, facilitating participation in sport/leisure, and creating an environment best suited to overcoming pain and injury. Lane enjoy sharing laughs, hearing stories and building connections with his clinets.

Outside of work, Lane is a committed local footy player for Frankston YCW, passionate golfer, and keen traveller.

Kathryn Fraatz

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Melbourne

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Kathryn is a warm and friendly therapist who brings more than 20 years of clinical experience to her clients. She has worked in a variety of settings including acute and rehabilitation hospitals, private practice, residential aged care and community health. She particularly loves working with clients and families in their own homes to achieve their rehab goals. When not at work, Kathryn loves spending time with her young children, walking along the Merri Creek or reading a good book. She heads to the Surf Coast whenever the opportunity arises to enjoy time with extended family and get to the beach.

Georgia Grieves

Physiotherapist

Master of Physiotherapy, Swinburne University of Technology

Master of Science in Kinesiology, University of British Columbia (UBC)

Bachelor of Public Health, University of Canberra

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Before becoming a physiotherapist, Georgia worked as an exercise physiologist and strength and conditioning, where she developed a love for coaching and helping people achieve their goals. She strives to find way to make exercise enjoyable and attainable for everyone, no matter their stage of life.

When Georgia isn’t at work, you can find her at the nearest beach, or hunting down the best new bakery in Melbourne.

Viv Kong

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Newcastle

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Viv brings her vibrant and upbeat personality to our clients and makes her sessions fun and enjoyable. Viv is motivated by helping clients achieve their goals. Her experience to date has involved rehabilitation settings as well as work in the community and aged care sectors. When not at work, Viv enjoys relaxing, singing, doing Pilates, swimming and going to the gym.

Caitlin Morrish

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Deakin University

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Caitlin is an Occupational Therapist with over 10 years’ experience across both public and private health, with a strong background in community-based practice. She has a particular interest in supporting older adults and individuals with neurological conditions to identify meaningful goals and remain safely engaged in their home and community environments.

Caitlin’s practice focuses on activity modification, energy conservation and the recommendation of aids, equipment and environmental changes to support independence and safety for now and into the future. She has extensive experience in complex home modifications and equipment prescription, and is credentialed to assess and prescribe SWEP-funded equipment.

Outside of work, Caitlin enjoys spending time with her four children, cooking, and finding small pockets of calm in a busy family life.

Bronwyn Dreher

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, La Trobe University

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Bronwyn has worked as a physiotherapist in a variety of health service settings, including rehabilitation, hospital care, and private practice. She also has experience in the community health sector, supporting the delivery of programs for health promotion and prevention.
Bronwyn is enthusiastic about working with the senior population and those people with disabilities. She enjoys assisting clients to improve and maintain their level of function and to achieve their goals for health and wellbeing. In her leisure time, Bronwyn likes playing tennis, swimming, going to watch a good movie, and being with families and friends.
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Urvashi Kundalia

Physiotherapist

Bachelor or Physiotherapy, India (and Accredited in Australia)

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Urvashi has 10+ years experience working as a physiotherapist in varied practices including aged care, community, NDIS, private practice and hospital settings.

She has worked in various nursing homes across Victoria  helping elderly with pain management and conducting group classes focussing on balance and strenghthening exercises. She has helped residents by devising falls prevention strategies specific to them.

She is focused on developing clinical exercise treatments to achieve favourable outcomes for patients.

Her approach to care is genuine and comprehensive in nature and she believes that as a physiotherapist she is uniquely positioned to listen, understand and empower others in driving positive change towards both physical and mental wellbeing.

When not working, Urvashi enjoys exploring cafes, going on nature walks, cooking and spending time with family and friends.

Brylle Codina

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Cebu Velez College

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Brylle grew up from Cebu, Philippines has completed his Bachelors in Science of Physical Therapy (BSPT) in Cebu Velez College and has worked in various private practices and sports rehabilitation centres in the past. Brylle is very passionate about cycling and how he applies the mechanics of a cyclists positioning on a bike in a physiotherapists point of view.

Brylle strives to deliver exceptional care to patients and clients by empowering them to attain functional independence in their daily activities. He possesses excellent skills in various aspects of care including manual therapy, strength and conditioning, clinical Pilates, and ensuring that patients/clients receive the quality of care and getting them back on track.

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Ryan Moffitt

Physiotherapist

Doctor Physiotherapy, Monash University
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science, Deakin University

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With a background in Exercise and Sports Science, Ryan has developed a strong foundation in movement and fitness. Passionate about working with older adults, Ryan finds great fulfilment in helping his patient improve their independence and quality of life. Ryan believes that exercise is the best medicine, and he is committed to educating patients on the benefits of regular exercise and empowering them to incorporate movement into their daily lives.

Known for his good sense of humour and approachable nature, Ryan enjoys building strong relationships with his clients and creating a positive environment for their care.

Outside of work, Ryan is a social and active person who enjoys playing golf, hitting the gym, watching movies, and spending quality time with friends.

Alison Cooke

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, La Trobe University

Certificate IV in Training & Assessment
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Alison is an Occupational Therapist with more than 27 years’ experience working with older adults and adults with disabilities, primarily in the community health sector. She is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to achieve solutions that assist them to achieve their goals and which maximize their independence, safety and wellbeing. She acknowledges and values the privilege of working with clients in their own homes or places of residence. Alison is a SWEP credentialed prescriber for assistive technology and home modification assessment and prescription. Alison enjoy’s providing occupational therapy clinical supervision services to both early career and experienced OTs. In her spare time, Alison enjoys spending time with her family, attending the gym, and enthusiastically supporting her Western Bulldogs AFL team.

Amy Harry

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy / Bachelor of Behavioural

Science, La Trobe University

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Amy is an Occupational Therapist with over 10 years’ experience working in inpatient and community rehabilitation settings in both Australia and the United Kingdom. She has an interest in working with clients with neurological and orthopaedic conditions and places a high importance on goal-directed and client-centred therapy. Amy is SWEP credentialed for assessment and prescription of equipment. In her spare time, Amy enjoys spending time with her young family, playing netball and watching her mighty Tigers play footy.
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Jill Forbes

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Applied Science, Physiotherapy, Lincoln/La Trobe University

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Jill has a positive approach to physiotherapy, with her greatest joy being in making a difference in other people’s lives. Her “can-do” attitude means nothing is too hard, and she truly believes physiotherapy and exercise can bring significant change to every person’s well-being. Jill has varied experience in physiotherapy: rehabilitation, private practice, aged care, community, disability, fitness, and paediatrics.

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Beth Rose

Podiatrist

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Beth has had over 30 years of experience as a Podiatrist in a variety of areas including acute hospital, community health, private practice and aged care settings. She currently also provides services to residential aged care facilities and to clients in a home care setting. Rehabilitation, wound and diabetic care and high-risk assessment are of particular interest, as are the positive outcomes of a team approach and enhancing quality of life by improving mobility. Beth has three children attending secondary school and university. Her spare time is spent walking her pug, keeping fit, cooking and catching up with friends at beachside cafes.
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Haydn Parker

Physiotherapist

Doctor of Physiotherapy,  Monash University
Bachelor of Exercise and Sports Science,  Deakin University
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Having degrees in both Physiotherapy and Exercise and Sports Science, Haydn has a comprehensive understanding of the importance of exercise and movement.

Haydn prides himself on working collaboratively with patients to build tailored plans to suit your needs and limitations. His goal is to empower people to reclaim their ability to do what they love – no matter the scale!

In his spare time, Haydn loves playing music, spending time with friends and exercising.

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James Seo

Physiotherapist – Eastern Sububs of Melbourne

Masters of Physiotherapy, La Trobe Uni

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James is an experienced physiotherapist holding the master degree of physiotherapy from La Trobe Uni and treating many complex musculoskeletal and neurological conditions, along with gerontological issues such as balance and mobility.

James’ treatment approach embraces hands-on manual therapy in combination with diverse exercises including specific rehabilitation programmes.

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Gemma Murphy

Physiotherapist

Masters of Science, Physiotheapy,  University College Dublin
Bachelor of Science in Sport and Exercise Sciences,  University of Limerick
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Gemma is a Physiotherapist with a passion for helping people stay active, independent, and confident in their everyday lives. She takes an individualised approach to care, working closely with people to achieve their rehab goals and make exercise both enjoyable and sustainable.

Originally from Ireland, Gemma enjoys an active lifestyle and loves exploring new places whenever she gets the chance. Outside of work, you’ll find her playing footy with Fitzroy FC, training at the gym, travelling, or spending time with friends.

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Sheridan Brand

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, La Trobe University
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Sheridan is a physiotherapist with over 15 years of experience working across hospital, community health, private practice, and aged care settings. She has a strong interest in the assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, exercise rehabilitation and Clinical Pilates.

Sheridan is passionate about working collaboratively with her clients to help them achieve their goals, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most to them. She believes in providing personalised, evidence-based care to support long-term health and wellbeing.

Sheridan lives in the Macedon Ranges with her family and outside of work, she enjoys riding her bike, getting out in nature, travelling with her family, and spending weekends cheering on her kids from the sidelines at their sporting activities.

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