Introduction

Based on individual differences among students, the Occupational Therapy Department enhances students’ quality of life and independence through diverse therapeutic activities and training strategies. Collaborating with the Academic and Residential Departments, therapeutic elements are integrated into classroom learning and daily routines. Home support services are also provided to ensure students have access to appropriate home equipment and training.

Therapeutic Areas and Strategies

Self-Care

• Eating and Oral Motor Skills: Assess students’ ability to eat and drink; recommend suitable utensils and meal types.

• Toileting: Evaluate students’ ability to use toilet facilities.

• Bathing: Assess students’ ability to use bathing equipment.

 Posture and Sensory-Motor Function

• Seating: Assess muscle function and arrange appropriate seating (wheelchairs, strollers, chairs) and accessories to improve posture.

• Motor and Fine Motor Skills: Use various rehabilitation activities and assistive devices to strengthen head, neck, trunk movement and fine motor skills.

• Sensory Integration: Assess students with autism, autism spectrum disorders, or sensory integration dysfunction. Provide individualized sensory diets and training based on sensory system needs.

Training Environments

• Occupational Therapy Room: Equipped for posture assessment, motor and fine motor training.

• Sensory Integration Room: Designed for sensory integration and motor training.

• Sensory Room: Uses interactive sensory equipment for individualized training or therapeutic support in educational plans.

OT KIDS Program

A signature training initiative by the Occupational Therapy Department. Through real-life tasks such as planting, textile crafts, and charity sales, students apply their existing abilities to participate in meaningful activities, enhancing their sense of achievement and overall quality of life.