It therefore has a great deal to offer to rehabilitation. On the Queen Elizabeth Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit, input is provided by a qualified Occupational Therapist and an assistant. Facilities available for assessment and treatment include an assessment kitchen and bathroom and also a large treatment room. Some sessions can also take place at ward level. Once referral is made a comprehensive assessment is carried out, which may take place over several sessions.
Areas assessed include cognitive function, perception, sensory function and physical abilities.
A patient s mental state is also taken into account as depression or anxiety can affect the assessment outcome. Following assessment a treatment plan is devised focusing on areas of difficulties highlighted. The sessions then use purposeful activity as a treatment medium and can include everyday activities such as self-care and domestic tasks. These are often tasks with which people wish to regain independence with, in preparation for discharge home. Occupational Therapists can also focus on leisure and work rehabilitation according to individual need.