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We provide practical solutions to common difficulties

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Common problems we help with

These are some of the more common problems occupational therapists help with, however, we work with people who experience a diverse range of issues that affect independence in daily life. If you can't find the information you are looking for here please call us and ask to speak to one of our client management team.

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All Adults Children

Mobility & falls

As we age or after an illness or accident, it is common for mobility to deteriorate, leading to falls, loss of confidence and reduced independence

Children's handwriting difficulties

Practical advice and treatment to improve handwriting and boost confidence

Personal care & dressing

Restoring skills for personal care such as washing and dressing after accident, illness or with advancing age

Self-care skills

A child’s ability to carry out basic self care tasks such as dressing, teeth cleaning or using cutlery

Planning activities

Planning and performing activities as part of a fulfilling and meaningful daily routine

Getting out & about – scooters, chairs & cars

Purchasing and learning to use specialist equipment and vehicles for reduced mobility due to accident, ill health or old age

Forgetfulness & memory problems

Memory loss following diagnoses of dementia or brain injuries, as well as normal ageing process or during periods of unusual stress

Confidence

Equipping children struggling with class participation and friendships due to shyness or faltering self-confidence, with the skills & self-belief they need.

Organisation skills

A child's ability to organise their body and environment to perform daily activities such as sitting correctly and arranging a desk

Getting back to work or remaining in work

Addressing barriers to work following an accident or period of illness

Children with complex needs

Practical support and advice for children with multiple or complex needs such as equipment, seating, splinting or housing

Seating - wheelchairs & comfy chairs

Practical advice and solutions for seating including wheelchairs and comfy seating

Access in & out of the home

Solutions for when an accident, illness or age makes access in and out of the home a challenge

Moving around the home

Home activities can become a challenge with age or after an accident, illness or diagnosis leading to reduced independence and confidence

Gross motor skills

Difficulties with gross motor skills cause clumsy or uncoordinated movement, leading to problems with tasks such as dressing, running or riding a bike

Fine motor skills

Small movements of the hand and fingers that allow a child to write and draw, as well as manipulate buttons, zips and shoelaces

Balance & coordination

Children with balance & coordination difficulties can struggle with activities such as dressing, using cutlery, riding a bike, running or playing sport

Visual perceptual skills

A child’s ability to process what they see and respond with meaningful movement

Cooking & household activities

Practical techniques to maximise independence at home following a medical diagnosis, accident or period of recuperation

Standing & self support

Assisting with standing and self-support following an illness, accident, or with advancing age

Low motivation (strategies)

Strategies to address persistently low motivation causing under-performance at work, problems at home or in relationships

Disabling tiredness

Addressing the debilitating effect of fatigue to improve motivation, energy and engagement with day-to-day life