The use of occupation-based groups in rehabilitation : clients' perspectives on participation and outcomes

Sarah Todd, Elise Pardy, Catherine McCleay, Renee Distler, Rosalind Bye

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    Abstract

    Occupational therapists use meaningful occupations to improve health and wellbeing, particularly in the rehabilitation setting where therapists aim to maximise client functional outcomes. Camden Hospital inpatient rehabilitation unit provides services to a variety of rehabilitation clients. As part of a general, multidisciplinary rehabilitation program, clients also attend occupation-based groups to relearn everyday living skills. Two occupation-based groups are currently run, the 'breakfast group' and 'outdoor and gardening group'. However, to date there is limited evidence regarding the client experience of group participation. Therefore, the aim of this study was to understand clients' experiences and perceived outcomes of participation in inpatient, occupation-based, group rehabilitation sessions.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationNSW & ACT Occupational Therapy Conference Handbook: A Life Practice, Australian Technology Park, Sydney, 28-29 March, 2014
    PublisherOccupational Therapy Australia
    Number of pages1
    Publication statusPublished - 2014
    EventOccupational Therapy NSW & ACT Conference -
    Duration: 1 Jan 2014 → …

    Conference

    ConferenceOccupational Therapy NSW & ACT Conference
    Period1/01/14 → …

    Keywords

    • occupational therapy

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