Occupational Therapy
The core aim of occupational therapy is to support people and whānau to have a life they value through enabling occupation and inclusion in society. Occupational therapists assess, diagnose and work together with people and whānau to engage in the meaningful activities they need, want and are expected to do in their everyday life. They work with people at all stages of life who have health conditions, disabilities, injuries or risks to health and/or are encountering social or environmental barriers to carrying out meaningful occupation.
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Our occupational therapist can provide short-term direct support for coping with a variety of issues like parenting, finances, and mental wellbeing; and if needed, connect you with the appropriate longer-term resources.
Contact Community Link or drop in for more information.
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We can connect you to support from a number of our local social services colleagues, including:
Central Lakes Family Services
0508 440225Social work services for vulnerable families, children and individuals.
Anglican Family Care
03 4436623Support across Otago for children, expectant mothers, parents and families.
Presbyterian Support Otago
03 4777116Family Works - social services supporting individuals, families, young people and children in need.
Contact us for more information.