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Occupational
Therapy Occupational Therapy enables an individual to achieve an optimal level of independence in all aspects of daily living by promoting, maintaining or restoring functional independence.
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The Occupational Therapy Department is an integral part of the interdisciplinary team of the Peter James Centre. Occupational Therapy Staff provide a service, both inpatient and outpatient, to the rehabilitation wards, Aged Psychiatry Unit and community programs.
Core Services
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Functional
assessment and retraining in personal and instrumental activities
of daily living including showering, dressing, grooming, eating, cooking,
household tasks and community tasks such as driving, public transport,
shopping, banking, bill paying and leisure and hobby activities
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| • Cognitive Assessment and Rehabilitation
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| Assessment and retraining of memory, concentration, planning, problem solving, perceptual and spatial skills | ||
| • Physical
Rehabilitation |
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| The use of activities and exercise to increase or maintain range of movement, muscle strength, function and use of upper and lower limbs | ||
| • Splinting
/ Hand Therapy |
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| To prevent deformity, reduce pain, and improve hand function | ||
| • Home
and Work Assessment |
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| The Occupational Therapist is trained in ergonomics and safety considerations, as well as adapting the environment to suit the needs of the individual. Home and work assessments may be performed: | ||
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1. To
look at accessibility, function and safety in the home and at work 2. For prescription of aids and/or equipment 3. To arrange installation of aids and/or home modifications |
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| • Driving
Assessment |
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| To evaluate the safety of the driver and to assist with return to safe and independent driving. The comprehensive assessment includes on and off road testing with a qualified OT Driving Assessor | ||
| • Recreation
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Clinic Times and Locations
| In patient Rehabilitation | 0800 - 1630 hours Monday to Friday |
| Aged Psychiatry | 0800 - 1630 Monday to Thursday |
| Rehabilitation in the Home | Daily |
| Movement Disorders Clinic | Monday pm, Tuesday, Thursday pm |
| Community Rehabilitation Centre | Monday to Friday 0800 - 1630 hours |
| Aged Care Assessment Service | Daily |
| Aged Psychiatry Assessment Team | Daily |
Brochures Available
- Occupational Therapy Department
- The Role of Occupational Therapy in Aged Care
- Hemiplegic Shoulder Care
- Controlling Increased Tone
- Caring For Your Splint
- Guidelines For Dealing With Memory Problems
- Guidelines For Back Care
- Guidelines For Using Energy Conservation and Work Simplification Techniques in Everyday Activities
- Hand Exercises
- Joint Protection Strategies
- Your Total Hip Replacement
- Returning To Driving Following Illness Or Disability
Education Groups (As part of inpatient rehabilitation)
- Hip and Knee Replacements
- Relaxation
- Driving
- Long Handled Aids
- Community Services
- Work Simplification
- OTs in Community Rehabilitation Centre run 'Back Care Education' groups
Contacts
| Contact Person | Ann Leembruggen, Chief Occupational Therapist |
| Telephone | (03) 9881 1849 (Pager: 0849) |
| Fax | 03 9881 2482 |
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