Seven occupational therapist in the Canterbury region
– Hanmer, Cheviot to mid Canterbury. How
to apply for support. If applying for
help give as much practical information as possible. Waiting list is usually no more than 3
months.
Three levels of service
·
on- off
consultation
·
referral
onto another discipline – assessment
·
training
Occupational therapists are happy to come and do
professional development across schools.
See a range of children
·
ORRS
·
Physical
disabilities
·
ASD
·
Global
developmental delay
·
Sensory issues
Help with PMP programme, muscle tone, cannot
participate in sport or playground, personal care skills (no longer do
toileting programmes-public health nurse), activities of daily living e.g.
dressing. Good at task analysis,
breaking tasks into manageable steps.
Handwriting development
Specialised equipment and applications. Innovative learning environments have changed
these considerable – e.g. different height desks, lighting etc. Some children need specialised desks.
Assisted technology – support for learning and
applications.
Sensory issues.
From OTJ point of view, everyone has sensory issues. Unless a sensory issue is affecting a child’s
ability to access the curriculum, they will not be seen. Behavioural problems may be sensory. Five things that define a child with a
sensory issue. OTL do not do sensory
profiles. For these kids they need
movement breaks.
Can support ORR’s applications. Section nine applications for special
schools. Provide support for the
behavioural team. LLI applications.
Property modifications for children who are
runners. Visual modifications for low
visions. Modify bathrooms – hoists,
change tables
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