Private Occupational Therapy
Private occupational therapists work throughout the UK in a wide variety of specialist fields. All qualified Private occupational therapists will have undergone training to degree or diploma level and will be fully registered with the health professions council. Occupational therapy (OT) services are designed to help people who have a disability (physical, psychological or social) to achieve the maximum degree of independence in ordinary living. Usually, the occupational therapist carries out an assessment of your ability to function in relation to the normal requirements of living - dressing, eating, bathing, etc. The occupational therapist may then arrange for the provision of some appropriate aids and appliances by the Health service executive or may certify that you are eligible for the disabled person’s housing grant. They may also provide advice and assistance to you and your family or carers in relation to changes or adaptations that need to be made to the house.
Private occupational therapy is practised in a wide range of settings, including hospitals, health centres, homes, workplaces, schools, reform institutions and housing for seniors. Private occupational therapists are employed by individuals, insurers, solicitors, care homes, charities, housing associations and others to carry out occupational therapy assessment and treatment. The occupation in occupational therapy refers to the way in which we spend our time and energy. When people have strokes, sustain injuries, or have chronic mental or physical health problems, occupational therapists help them engage in occupations or everyday activities that are personally meaningful, socially satisfying, and culturally relevant. People of all ages and abilities can be helped by occupational therapy. Private occupational therapy promotes normal development and stimulates learning in children with specific learning difficulties, physical disabilities, delayed development or those recovering from illness or injury.
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