An Occupational Therapist (OT) is concerned with a person’s ability to carry out age appropriate daily activities, including: self-care skills, play skills and school skills.
In the school system, the OT assesses students who have physical and/or sensory-based challenges, developmental needs, and/or learning difficulties. The OT works with the student to perform age appropriate activities and meet developmentally appropriate goals. The work done in the school will help the student participate in activities in the home and community.
Services include:
- Communication with school staff and parents/guardians, and programming for students.
- Activities to improve posture, movement skills, eye-hand coordination, fine motor skills, and self-care abilities.
- Providing adaptations to an activity or environment to allow all students to participate at their current level.
How does a family access Occupational Therapy through the school system?
Referrals are directed from your child's school. Please connect with your child's classroom teacher and/or the Student Support Services Teacher (SSST) at your child's school. They will help determine if intervention is required and complete the referral for services.
Occupational Therapy Team
Ashley Devoe Amanda Dufresne
South Office Meadow Lake Office