Occupational Therapy

When to seek help from an Occupational Therapist?

An Occupational Therapist can help you to build skills and confidence to take part in everyday activities.They can help develop independent living skills and participation in school. Montrose Occupational Therapists also help children and young people living with a disability to play and participate to their full potential and reach their goals.

Speak to our Occupational Therapists for assistance with:

Sensory issues
Social skills and interactions
Improving fine motor skills
Personal care (washing, dressing and toileting)
Healthy sleep routines and positioning for sleep
Developing skills in following a routine and coping with changes to routines
Assessments and prescription of Assistive Technology (equipment) as well as vehicle and environment modifications
Breaking down challenging activities into manageable tasks and gradually building on your strengths.

Our Team Can Assist You With:

Equipment

Selection, assessment and prescription of Assistive Technology (equipment). For example: eating aids, hoists, shower commodes, pressure mattresses.

Modifications

Vehicle and environment modifications to help you live as independently as possible.

Daily Living

Developing or modifying daily living skills such as washing, dressing & toileting.

Training Programs

Training and Education Programs for carers and educational staff.

Getting the Sensory Regulation Right

Auditory (hearing), visual (sight), proprioception (touch), vestibular (balance). This includes finding the balance between not enough and too much.

Reaching Age-Appropriate Milestones for Children

Improving fine motor skills and strength to help with “small activities” i.e. buttons, writing, earrings.

Assessments and Reports

Our team will assess you and provide you with comprehensive reports. These reports will help to demonstrate a clear course of action that will most benefit you when it comes to your occupational therapy.