Occupational Therapy is a practice that aims to support people in participating in the daily living activities they need to do, are expected to do and want to do.
For kids, this this means we don't only support them, but also their families, other important people in their life and the community they live in. Because some things a child is "expected to do or needs to do" aren't always a priority to them. Like dressing, toileting, sleeping, eating, grooming, traveling safely in the car and accessing the community. But these daily activities often play a large role in a child's ability to participate in their day to day routines. Occupational Therapy practice takes into consideration the child, their family and friends, their environments and the occupations they engage in to achieve goals directed by the child and their family.
A child's primary occupation is PLAY! but disability, impairments, delays, medical issues and neurodivergence can impact on a child's access to and participation in play.
Occupational Therapy can help to identify your child's strengths and barriers to participating in play and daily activities, and develop an individualised therapy plan to help achieve their goals and facilitate meaningful participation throughout their day.