OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Easterseals MORC occupational therapists work with children and adolescents to learn, develop tools, and increase independence in daily life. Individuals receiving occupational therapy may have diagnoses like Autism, ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, or Down Syndrome, but many children may benefit from intervention without a formal diagnosis.
WHAT SKILLS ARE ADDRESSED IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY?
Gross motor skills, coordination, body awareness
Fine motor skills, handwriting, typing
Sensory processing and regulation
Visual skills and eye-hand coordination
mproved performance in daily activities: dressing, eating, hygiene, sleep, routines
THERAPISTS WILL COLLABORATE WITH YOU TO:
Assess root causes of challenges through a holistic lens
Identify strategies, tools, and adaptations to improve quality of life
Create individualized goals and therapy programs to increase independence in dailyactivities
Develop strong relationships and a supportive environment for skill building in therapy
Provide realistic and valuable resources, home activities, and recommendations
Family involvement is a critical component of success in occupational therapy, both in session and at home. In addition to coaching and support, families will receive information, resources, and materials to strengthen developmental skills at home and sustain progress between therapy sessions.
For more information, or to make a referral, call - 1.800.75.SEALS
