What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational
therapy is skilled treatment that helps
individuals achieve independence in all
facets of their lives. It gives people
the "skills for the job of living"
necessary for independent and satisfying
lives. Services typically include:
- Customized
treatment programs to improve one's
ability to perform daily activities
-
Comprehensive home and job site
evaluations with adaptation
recommendations
- Performance
skills assessments and treatment
- Adaptive
equipment recommendations and usage
training
- Guidance to
family members and caregivers
