Occupational Therapy

* This service can be requested in a I.E.P. Meeting

 Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy (OT) enables and empowers people who are impaired or at risk of impairment to engage in meaningful daily activities, known as occupations. These activities include self-care, work, leisure and social participation, which contribute to overall health, wellbeing and community involvement.

OT addresses challenges arising from illness, injury, disability, or adverse social conditions that may limit a person's ability to function independently. 

Occupational therapists work with children, adults, and elders who experience developmental, physical, mental, or emotional difficulties. This includes individuals recovering from injuries, managing chronic conditions, or living with neurodevelopmental or cognitive impairments. OT can also support people at risk of developing disabilities, helping them maintain or improve functional abilities. 

SERVICES

Occupational therapy services are diverse and tailored to individual needs. Common interventions include:

Activities of daily living (ADLS): Assistance with cooking, eating, bathing, dressing, and cleaning.

Rehabilitation:  Post-injury or post-surgery therapy to regain movement, strength, and functional use of limbs, particularly hands and arms. 

Neurological Rehabilitation: Support for patients with conditions affecting the nervous system, such as stroke or brain injury.

Work and school support: Work hardening, ergonomic assessments, and return to work programs. 

Medico-legal and functional assessments: Evaluations for disability management, employee wellness, and legal cases. 

OT uses a variety of therapeutic techniques and tools to help individual maximize independence, improve quality of life, and participate in meaningful occupations.

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