| Occupational Therapy |
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| National Occupational Therapy Week is taking place between the 3 and 9 November 2008 |
Do I need an Occupational Therapist? |
Occupational Therapists work with adults (people over 18 years, or if in full time education, over 19 years) and older people alongside other professionals. They will assist you (as long as you meet the Department’s Fair Access to Care Criteria) if you are having difficulty with day to day tasks in order to prevent you from harming yourself or losing your independence.
Occupational Therapists are regulated by the Health Professions Council. They hold a register of all those who are eligible to practice. |
| How will they help me manage day to day tasks? |
| Firstly, they or one of their Team, will talk to you to get full information as to your needs. This may result in: |
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- referring you to a more appropriate service;
- giving you advice over the telephone;
- arranging to visit you at home; or
- a combination of these actions.
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| How will I benefit? |
| The Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant together with you will agree a plan of action that meets your needs. This may be through: |
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- suggesting alternative ways of completing a task;
- loaning specialist equipment; Integrated Community Equipment Services
- recommending minor building adaptations such as grab rails; or
- recommending grant support for major adaptations to make your home more suitable for independent living.
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| What if I am NOT an Adult? |
Occupational Therapy services for children and young people are provided by your local Health Service through the Children's Integrated Occupational Therapy Service. This service can be contacted via:
NHS Warwickshire
For people living in South Warwickshire on (01926) 495321 extension 3071
For people living in North Warwickshire or Rugby on 02476 390013
How Can I Find Out About Becoming an Occupational Therapist?
Go to the College of Occupational Therapists Website |