Occupational Therapy at Home

Home Assessment

• Functional home assessment to facilitate independence in daily living
• Education on safe and efficient ways to perform daily task

Equipment/ Assistive Technology (AT) prescription

• Assessment of functional needs to determine suitable equipment, such as:
• Pressure relieving /pressure redistribution equipment, e.g. pressure redistribution cushions and mattresses for the management of pressure ulcers
• Transfer aids, e.g. hoists
• Bathroom equipment, e.g. mobile shower commodes, shower chairs and toilet frames
• Smaller household aids, e.g. adaptive cutlery
• Wheelchair and seating assessment
• Personal response systems, e.g. Medi-Alert systems
• Educating clients, families and carers on the use of specialised equipment, safe transferring and positioning.

Home modifications

• Advice regarding practical and cost effective home modifications, e.g. hand rail positioning, installation of ramps and chair raisers.
• Liaison with contractors to ensure clients needs are completely addressed
• Complex Home Modification (CHM) assessment and reports for complex modifications such as accessible bathroom modifications for disability access. 

Other areas

• Ergonomic assessment and modifications
• Task simplification, energy conservation and joint protection education
• Advice regarding falls prevention and safety in the home.
• Relaxation and pain management