Occupational Therapy

CONTACT NO: 091- 381900     ext . 147              

CONTACT NAME: Philomena Martin

OPENING HOURS: 8.30-16.30 Mon-Fri.

Our service aims to assess and treat individuals with physical and/or psychosocial difficulties which inhibit their independence with everyday activities.   Presently this service is for inpatients only.

The focus of this service is to assess the functional ability of patients and plan their discharge as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Treatment addresses: 

• Assessment and maximization of functional abilities
• Assessment and treatment of cognitive/memory deficits
• Falls prevention
• Discharge planning, home assessment and liason with community services
• Splinting
• Seating and positioning
• Assessment of needs with regard to aids or home adaptations
• Assessment of mood and psychosocial status