What are the 3 main occupations of a child?

play	school	self care

     Developing the necessary skills to participate in these activities can be challenging, especially if the child has a physical impairment, developmental delay, or learning disability. Areas of occupational therapy assessment may include upper extremity functioning, sensory processing, fine motor coordination and visual perceptual skills.

Occupational Therapists use specialized creative play designed to:

• Teach the elements of self care
  
  
• Increase movement, strength and coordination
  
  
• Improve sensory processing and visual perception
  
  
• Increase socialization skills

     Parents also play a vital role in the process of improving their child's development. The therapist will provide activity suggestions or adaptive methods/equipment to be used at home.

The ultimate goal is…
to maximize the independence
and self-esteem of the child!