Daily Living & Functional Skills Assessment & Retraining is the core of Occupational Therapy. It is a focused service designed to help you regain the practical skills necessary for everyday independence after an illness, injury, or disability.
These foundational skills (often called ADLs and IADLs) are the building blocks of a self-directed life, encompassing everything from self-care through to home management & community engagement.
Our service involves comprehensive assessment and hands-on retraining to adapt tasks, modify environments, and build the physical, cognitive, and emotional capacity required to confidently manage your life.
Benefits
Restored Independence
Regaining the ability to confidently manage self-care and household tasks without reliance on others.
Enhanced Safety
Identifying and modifying critical risks in your home environment (e.g., fall prevention, safe kitchen use) to ensure well-being.
Reduced Caregiver Burden
Increasing your self-sufficiency allows family and support networks to shift their focus from essential care to shared activities and quality time.
Increased Confidence
Successfully performing meaningful daily activities significantly boosts self-esteem and quality of life after an injury or illness.
Why Choose Neuro & Nurture OT?
At Neuro & Nurture OT, we recognise that functional challenges, especially those following neurological events, are deeply personal. We don’t just teach techniques; we address the underlying physical, emotional, and cognitive hurdles.
Our approach centres on the concept of “rehabilitation in context,” ensuring your progress is immediately applicable to your real life:
Home-Based Solutions
All assessment and retraining take place in your natural environment (your home and community). This ensures the strategies, adaptive equipment, or home modifications we recommend are practical, meaningful, and effective exactly where you need them.
Client-Led Pace
We prioritise what is important to you – whether that’s being able to shower independently or getting back to gardening. We set an achievable pace that respects your condition and promotes lasting success.
Holistic Assessment
We go beyond simple observation. We assess complex factors like fatigue management, memory, and executive function as they impact your ability to sequence a task or manage energy throughout a busy day.