Occupational therapists at JMCC help children to develop the skills needed to participate as independently as possible in their daily routines through the use of therapeutic strategies and adapted activities.
Occupational therapists work directly with children and their caregivers to improve their functional abilities to engage in:
Productivity (work and play)
Self care (feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene)
Leisure activities
Occupational Therapy (OT) is a regulated health profession which helps individuals to maximize their level of independence in everyday activities. OT's at JMCC are licensed practitioners with the College of Occupational Therapists of Ontario. Support staff includes a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, an aide, and a clerk. Our department also includes a Recreational Therapist.
All of our staff receive ongoing training specific to working with children with a variety of needs to ensure quality services for our children, their families and schools.
Upon referral, an occupational therapist will work together with you and other team members to get to know your child and family and determine how we can help to promote your child's development and encourage participation in their daily activities.
Your child may receive Occupational Therapy Services through one or more of our programs:
Occupational therapists may recommend a variety of commercially available or custom made adaptive equipment to allow your child to participate as independently as possible in their daily routines.
Occupational therapists at JMCC participate in ongoing research initiatives in the area of pediatric rehabilitation. This allows our services to included widely accepted best practices in occupational therapy.
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