What is an Occupational Therapist?
"Occupational Therapists work with people of all ages, helping them to carry out the activities that they need or want to do in order to lead healthy and fulfilling lives." (College of Occupational Therapy)
Physical or mental health problems, an accident, or just getting older can result in someone struggling to manage those day to day activities that are important for our health, dignity and independence.
Occupational Therapists are trained to identify peoples' needs through assessment, and identify solutions, such as a planned rehabilitation programme, equipment, housing adaptations, or other solutions, to help the person be as independent as possible.
About Brighton Able
Brighton Able is a small Brighton based company providing independent occupational therapy services.
David Barwood and Gill Barwood have both been qualified for over 20 years, and between us we have experience of work in the health service, social services, charitable sector, as well as independent work.
We cover mostly East and West Sussex, but also will travel further afield in the South East. We accept referrals from individuals and their families, as well as organisations such as Housing Associations, Charities, Businesses, Case Management Companies, Care Homes, and Home Improvement Agencies.
What we can Offer
Brighton Able offers a range of Independent Occupational Therapy Services to all our clients:
- Prompt response to referrals
- Assessments with a written report
- Impartial advice/assessment for equipment such as bath aids, chairs, beds, mobility aids
- Writing recommendations for adaptations such as showers, stair lifts, rails
- Rehabilitation and longer term support.
- Access Audits to help businesses and providers of services meet Disability Discrimination Act(DDA) requirements
- Worksite Assessments of employees and students
- Care Standard 22 assessments and other specific services to Care Homes