Occupational therapy

We aim to help you regain as much independence as possible in all aspects of daily living.

Acute/bed rest phase

• upper limb therapy including splinting as required
• daily living tasks, eg feeding and drinking
• finding out about you, your family and daily life
• making contact with your local community services

Rehabilitation

• helping you identify your priorities and goals
• helping you to become more independent in your daily living, eg practising getting dressed
• identifying equipment that will help you live as independently as possible
• access to a range of leisure interests, eg gardening
• individual and group treatment sessions to improve upper limb function
• arranging for your home to be assessed for suitability
• community visits
• preparing you and your family for when you leave hospital
• access to computers and assistive technology
• providing information about: driving, employment and education.

Our buildings have been designed to offer internal and external areas with a comprehensive range of surfaces, gradients and other recreational activities to help with your rehabilitation.

If you would like further information about our occupational therapy services please contact us contact details.