Occupational Therapist

What can your Occupational Therapist do?

“Occupational Therapists (OT’s) consider occupation to be everything people do to occupy themselves meaningfully, including taking care of themselves (self-care), enjoying life (leisure/play), and contributing to the social and economic fabric of their communities (school, work/productivity).”

Occupational Therapist’s can support students whose performance is impeded by challenges due to physical injuries or disease, developmental or learning challenges and self and emotional regulation and sensory processing difficulties. They do this by addressing both the physical effects on function as well as psycho-social, community and environmental factors. They work in close collaboration with other professionals, the school team, and families.

OT’s believe that all students should be given the opportunity to participate to their full potential and can assist with adaptations and/or recommendations to promote academic achievement and social emotional wellness.

For more information about the Multi-Disciplinary Team in your child's school please speak with Principal or Learning Coach.