Author: Weldon Emily

Additional Support

We can also work with your
family by offering additional
support, advice and
information about any social
networks or local community
groups available. We can also
refer to other services when
needed.

Contact Us
Equipment and Adaptations
0114 2734709
Adult Social Care First Contact
0114 2734908
You or a family member can make a
referral using the telephone numbers above, or online:
www.sheffield.gov.uk/social-care/adapting-your-home/
Your GP or other health care
professional can also refer to us.

Occupational Therapy and
Dementia

Equipment and
Adaptations
Sheffield City Council

What is Occupational
Therapy?

What We Do

How We Help

Occupational Therapy (OT) helps you to do the activities, or ‘occupations’, that you want to do.
OT can help you to improve your independence with daily tasks, social participation and well-being.
You may be eligible for an OT
assessment if you have long-term difficulties carrying out everyday tasks.

We will visit you at home and will talk to you about the things you find difficult and ways we can help.
We can look at:
Getting in and out of bed, or a chair
Your bathroom and toilet
Using the stairs
Getting in and out of your home
Advice around Dementia Friendly environments
Managing personal care
Making meals and drinks

We can advise you on ways you can manage day-to-day tasks.
We can provide equipment, such as:
Hand rails
Toilet equipment
Chair or sofa raisers
Bed rails
Bath or shower seats
We can also provide adaptations to your home, such as:
Wheelchair ramps
Wet rooms