Occupational Therapy and Older People PDF

Fully updated and revised, this second edition considers older people as major clients of occupational therapy services. The ethos of the book is to inspire innovation in the practice of occupational therapy with older people, promoting successful ageing. That entails control and empowerment. It encompasses current theories, debates and challenges which occupational therapists need to engage in if they are to provide pro-active and promotional approaches to ageing. Detailed coverage of bodily structures, functions and pathologies leads onto chapters dedicated to activity, occupation and participation. In addition, brand new material has been included on occupational transitions such as retirement, frailty and dying : user perspectives

Occupational therapy helps people regain their confidence, abilities and self-reliance after ill health or an injury, or if they have a disability. If you have had an accident or illness, an occupational therapist (OT) can help with your recovery, and to manage the daily activities that are important to …