Occupational Therapy helps you do the things you want and have to do.

Occupational Therapy, often called OT, helps you do the everyday activities that matter to you. These may be things you need to do, want to do, or are expected to do at home, at work, in the community, or as part of your daily routine.

In OT, these everyday activities are called “occupations“. Occupations are not just paid work — they can include self-care, such as washing, dressing, eating or sleeping; productive activities, such as work, study, caring or household tasks; and leisure activities, such as hobbies, socialising, sport or spending time with others.

The everyday activities we take part in every day can give life meaning, purpose and structure. They can help us feel connected, support our identity and sense of belonging, and improve our health, wellbeing and quality of life.

When illness, injury, disability, fatigue, pain, changes in health, or life circumstances make these activities harder, this can affect your independence, confidence, wellbeing and sense of purpose.

This is where Occupational Therapy comes in.
Occupational Therapy focuses on understanding what matters to you and what may be getting in the way. An Occupational Therapist can then help you find practical ways to manage daily activities, adapt routines or environments, build confidence, and support your health, wellbeing and quality of life.

Reference: Royal College of Occupational Therapy
https://www.rcot.co.uk/learn-about-occupational-therapy/what-occupational-therapy

Occupations are essential to living
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