Occupational Therapy is a healthcare profession which offers skills and advice aiming to increase and maximise a person�s independence in all areas of daily living, including looking after themselves (self-care), domestic tasks, work, recreation, social interaction, community access and mobility.

If you or a family member is experiencing increased difficulties with activities of daily living due to age or a disability, a referral to the DRC�s Occupational Therapist from either yourself, a family member or friend, or a health professional, may be appropriate.

Assessments:

Home Assessments

• A comprehensive evaluation of the client and their home environment
• Recommendations are provided for safety adaptations around the home and adaptive equipment that may assist the individual in their daily activities
• Equipment for the bathroom, bedroom, living room and mobility, may be funded, or privately purchased

For further information and assessment fees, please email or phone Haylee Jaques (Occupational Therapist) Ph. (DDI): (09) 625 0312

Mobility Scooter Assessments

You may be eligible for a grant for a mobility scooter or powerchair from the Lottery Grants Board. You will need to complete an application pack, which are available from DRC. Contact us

• If your application to the Lottery Grants Board is successful, you will be required to attend an assessment that involves:
   
  • an interview
  • a trial of suitable scooters
  • training in how to operate and use the scooter
  • a home visit to ensure that the scooter is appropriate for your environment
• The DRC�s Occupational Therapist is experienced in assessing people for mobility scooters and powerchairs for the Lottery Grants Board
• Assessments can also be done for private users wishing to purchase the most suitable scooter for their needs, or receive training with their current or future scooter

ACC Social Rehabilitation Assessments

• As a contracted provider for ACC, the DRC is able to undertake a detailed assessment of your home-help, personal care, childcare, transport, or equipment needs after sustaining an injury
• Any person covered under ACC may be referred to our assessment service via their Case Manager or Case Coordinator at ACC
• All assessments occur promptly and are independent and objective

Barrier Free Audits / Accessibility Audits

• The DRC�s Occupational Therapist is a qualified Barrier Free Advisor in accordance with the NZ Barrier Free Trust
• See our Barrier Free Assessment Services page for further information.

Workbridge Job Support Assessments

• The DRC�s Occupational Therapist is able to perform Job Support assessments through Workbridge for people with disabilities in employment
• Job Support assessments assess and recommend services that are necessary to set up and support an individual in a job, such as workplace equipment, productivity allowance, or a support person or job coach
• For more information on Job Support and the eligibility criteria please contact Workbridge

For further information and to discuss your requirements, please email or phone Haylee Jaques (Occupational Therapist) Ph. (DDI): (09) 625 0312