Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapists (OTs) work with a range of people including those who have physical, mental and/ or social problems, either as a result of accident, illness or ageing. They are aware of the impact that changes in circumstances can have on individual’s independence and confidence.

OTs are responsible for carrying out assessments and providing services that help people remain as independent as possible in their own homes.

OT Direct - 0845 600 4555

Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm and Fridays 8.30am to 4.30pm

Hampshire County Council employ their own Occupational Therapists and you can contact OT Direct if you think that an OT may be able to help and you wish to discuss your situation.

• more information on Hampshire County Council OT Direct
• for Portsmouth, Southampton and other authorities see our
  Neighbouring authorities web pages

Assessment - what help do you need?

Everyone is entitled to an assessment of their needs to see if Hampshire County Council Adult Services Department can help. As a department our main emphasis is on providing help that will keep people living independently for as long as possible. Whether you have a long term impairment, have just come out of hospital or are struggling as a result of age or illness adult services may be able to help.  

There are several options available:

I find coping with daily activities difficult

If you, or the person you are caring for, coping with daily activities such as personal care or meal preparation difficult, please contact Adult Services. Trained advisors will discuss your situation. If it is identified that you require further support, you will be referred onto the appropriate care management team.

I need equipment or adaptations for my home

If you are finding difficulty managing in your current housing and feel that some equipment or adaptations will assist you may want to speak to an Occupational Therapist at OT Direct

I have difficulty hearing and/or seeing

If you have hearing loss or sight loss The Sensory Loss teams can carry out an assessment to identify the help you may need. Sensory staff can also provide training to help you find solutions to the everyday problems that arise and give information about the equipment available. For more information about the 3 categories they work with (sight, hearing and dual sensory loss) including contact details seeThe Sensory Loss Team web pages.

Other sources of help

• Adaptations and equipment for the home
• Specialist equipment for hearing loss
• Specialist equipment for sight loss
• Home fire safety visits