Occupational therapists (OTs) frequently incorporate arts and crafts into our therapeutic practices, recognizing the powerful role these activities can play in supporting mental, emotional, and physical well-being. In occupational therapy, the primary focus is on helping individuals perform everyday activities or “occupations” that are meaningful and important to them. Arts and crafts can be anContinue reading “The Healing Power of Arts and Crafts for Mental Health”
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OT Multipurpose Activity – DIY Clay Beads
As an Occupational therapist working at a day program where my clients are between 3-35 years old, our biggest focus is making activities not only developmentally appropriate but also age appropriate. A lot of our older clients will go along with certain activities, but won’t really enjoy them or try their best if they aren’tContinue reading “OT Multipurpose Activity – DIY Clay Beads”