What Can an Occupational Therapist Prescribe in the UK?
An occupational therapist assesses how a person manages everyday activities such as washing, dressing, cooking, moving around the home, or accessing their environment. Based on this assessment, the OT recommends practical solutions to reduce risk, increase independence, and improve quality of life.
Occupational Therapy for Independence and Carer Support
A middle-aged adult living in a housing association flat was referred to 1to1 Healthcare’s Occupational Therapy service following increasing difficulty with personal care and mobility. They live with their spouse, who provides daily support despite managing their own long-term health condition.
Home Adaptations for Safe, Independent Living
A 56-year-old man was referred to 1to1 Healthcare’s Occupational Therapy service following a significant decline in mobility and self-care after a major stroke. He lives with his wife and two teenage children in a three-storey family home.
Restoring Confidence and Independence Through Occupational Therapy. Empowering a Woman to Regain Dignity and Safety at Home
A 49-year-old woman was referred to 1to1 Healthcare’s Occupational Therapy service after struggling to access her bath safely at home. She lives in a housing association property with her partner and two children.
Compassionate End-of-Life Care for Dignity & Comfort
Maria (pseudonym), a Romanian-speaking woman in her late seventies, was referred to 1to1 Healthcare’s Occupational Therapy service after her physical health declined sharply. She was finding it increasingly difficult to move around her home and manage the stairs safely.
Home Support for Dignity & Comfort With Complex Needs
A 73-year-old woman from London area, was referred to 1to1 Healthcare Occupational Therapy after her health and mobility declined due to metastatic brain cancer, secondary to lung cancer. Alongside radiotherapy treatment,