Rehab at Home Presented by Suzy England

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Rehab at HomePresented by Suzy England
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An Occupational Approach

• To remain independent in activities we want to
  keep doing.
• A balance between aids and new ways of doing
  things
• Environmental design

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Types of Products

• Personal Care Activities
• Aids that minimise bending/reaching
• Aids that stabilise you whilst standing
• Aids that can help you rest

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Examples

• Long handled hair/body washers
• Soapy soles

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Examples

• Grab rails

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Dressing Aids

• Stocking Aids and Shoe Removers

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Domestic Activities

• Lightweight products
• Angled
• Easy to Grip
• One handed

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Examples
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Moving about

• Space around the home
• Stability
• Carrying things
• Comfort

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Examples

• Fold up Flat surface

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Exercise

• Strength and Muscle building
• Fine finger movement
• Circulation
• General fitness

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Examples
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Leisure Activities

• Comfort
• Lighting
• Positioning
• Space

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Examples
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Individual Assessments

• Occupational Therapy Departments
• Physiotherapy
• Independent Living Centre's
• Re-ablement Services
• Social Services

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Advice

• Online Ask a Therapist Service
• Equipment suppliers
• Internet e.g. Disability Living Foundation

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Ask a Therapist

• Professional State Registered Therapist
• Email or Phone
• Advice on Aids and Techniques
• Where you can go if we cant help!