Occupational therapy enables people to participate in activities they find meaningful. These activities include taking care of oneself (and others), working, volunteering, and participating in hobbies, interests and social events.

Occupational therapy is a client-centred health profession that involves ongoing assessments to understand what activities you can do (and those you want to do), any current limitations, your goals/motivations and also to offer advice/techniques about how to do something more easily and safely.

Occupational therapists work with people of all ages who have physical, cognitive, social, or emotional challenges that interfere with their ability to participate in everyday activities. They help people to improve their independence and quality of life by providing them with the skills and tools they need to do the things they want and need to do.

Some of the conditions that occupational therapists work with include:

• Physical disabilities such as cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, and amputations

• Cognitive disabilities such as autism, intellectual disabilities, and dementia

• Mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder

• Chronic illnesses such as arthritis, cancer, and heart disease

• Developmental delays such as delays in speech, language, or motor skills

• Occupational therapists work with people of all ages, from infants to the elderly. They work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, schools, and community organizations.