What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy provides practical strategies to enhance daily occupations. Daily occupations are “all the things we do to take care of ourselves and others; socialise and have fun; and work and contribute to society” (Irish Association of Occupational Therapy 2014).
Can Occupational Therapy Help me?
All conditions and ages can benefit from Occupational Therapy, it is has a holistic and client centred approach. Some of the more common problems occupational therapists help with include:
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Personal care and dressing
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Kitchen and Household Tasks
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Moving around your home
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Getting back to work/college or remaining in work/college
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Getting out and about in your community
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Help with returning to social activities and sports / hobbies
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Anger and behaviour management
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Memory strategies
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Cognitive Rehabilitation- (Functional and Process training)
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Motivation and planning strategies
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Managing and planning your daily routine
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Managing a long term illness.
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Progressing through life transition such as retirement or manging a long term illness
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Strategies to manage fatigue/low mood/anxiety
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Family and carer education
People face a varied range of issues that affect their independence, so please call us to discuss if you can’t find the information you are looking for here.
Common Conditions Treated:
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Neurological Conditions i.e. MS, Parkinson’s
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Traumatic Brain Injury
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Stroke
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Dementia
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Fatigue related conditions
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Post falls rehab
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Post surgery rehab
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Post cardiac rehab
What can I expect from an Occupational Therapy assessment?
Initial assessment: We will discuss the issues that are affecting your everyday life. This assessment usually takes place in the home (available nationwide), this enables practical problem solving that can make a real life difference. Assessment can also be scheduled in Botanic Health clinic, Drumcondra, Dublin.
Reports and Treatment Plan: Emer will complete a detailed report of recommendations of the assessment. If further therapy sessions are required, the goals for therapy will be outlined. The length of input varies, some individuals only require initial assessment, some are seen for a number of months. Skype follow ups are available for those living out of the Dublin area.
For no additional cost, Emer can also offer you a short Yoga practice to supplement your OT rehabilitation goals. The union of Yoga and OT strengthens the holistic nature of the therapy process. Both Yoga and OT promote wellness in the body and mind through enhanced physical and mental fitness. Yoga can assist you in regaining independence in your meaningful daily occupations.
Testimonials:
These new things I am learning because of working with my Brain Health OT are contributing to my wellness and empowerment which brings hope and further empowerment. Laura