Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy (NHS)

What the Service Does:  Occupational Therapy helps people to participate in daily life to improve their health and wellbeing.   Occupational therapy can help babies, children, and young people to learn, have fun, socialise and play so they can develop and thrive.  They can help in the areas of daily life for example, self-care needs (getting dressed, eating, drinking and/or using the toilet).

Age Range:  From birth to school leaving age

How to Access:  If you are a parent or carer, you can contact the service directly on the numbers below to arrange a telephone appointment for an initial discussion.  Any other person supporting the family, like teachers, health care professionals or social workers, can request support with the parent or carer’s consent by completing the referral form linked below. 

Contact Details:  Tel: 0131 446 4013 

Website:  You can find more information on the ‘Children and Young People’s Therapies and Support’ page on YouTube.