Occupational Therapy in Community-based Practice Settings

by Scaffa, Marjorie E., Ph.D.; Reitz, S. Maggie, Ph.D.

• ISBN13: 9780803625808
• ISBN10: 0803625804
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2013-08-20
• Publisher: F A Davis Co

Summary

Be prepared for the growing opportunities to practice in community-based settings with the 2nd Edition of this groundbreaking resource. From basic principles and policy issues through the variety of settings to the future role of the OT, a noted authority in the field introduces you to all aspects of this rapidly expanding field of practice. You’ll be prepared to take on new roles, to take unusual risks, and to envision service in creative ways. Reviews of the 1st Edition "This book is highly recommended not only to occupational therapy students and educators but to occupational therapy practitioners as well. For those employed in traditional hospital settings, the abundance of information may certainly help them expand their thinking about the scope of occupational therapy practice." —Karen Butler, Canadian Journal of Occupational Therapy "The text is easily readable and contains chapter key terms and learning objectives which help accentuate information. This text provides a much needed resource for occupational therapists who currently are, or plan to in the future, practice in the community." —Peggy Wittman, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Occupational Therapy in Health Care Journal "Very comprehensive. Reviews a variety of possible settings for community practice and appears to cover the process from the beginning on through." —Anne Marie Knecht, MA, OTR/L, Florida International University, Miami, FL

Table of Contents

SECTION I: Basic Principles and Relevant Issues 1. Community-Based Practice: Occupation in Context 2. Public Health, Community Health, and Occupational Therapy 3. Theoretical Frameworks for Community-Based Practice 4. Legislation and Policy Issues SECTION II Community-Based Program Development 5. Program Planning and Needs Assessment 6. Program Design and Implementation 7.Program Evaluation 8. Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Occupational Therapy SECTION III Children and Youth 9. Early Intervention Programs 10. Community-Based Services for Children and Youth With Psychosocial Issues SECTION IV Productive Aging 11. Driving and Community Mobility for Older Adults 12. Adult Day Services Programs and Assisted Living Facilities 13. Low Vision Services in the Community 14. Fall Prevention 15. Aging in Place and Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities SECTION V Work and Industry 16. Ergonomics and Prevention of Work-Related Injuries 17. Work and Career Transitions 18. Welfare to Work and Ticket to Work Programs SECTION VI Mental Health 19. Community Mental Health Programs* 20. Community-Based Approaches for Substance Use Disorders 21. Forensic Mental Health Practice Within the Community SECTION VII Rehabilitation and Participation 22. Accessibility and Community Integration 23. Independent Living Centers 24. Technology and Environmental Interventions in Community-Based Practice SECTION VIII Health Promotion and Wellness 25. Occupational Therapy in Faith-Based Organizations 26 Lifestyle Redesign Programs 27. Occupational Therapy in Primary Health Care Settings 28. Health Promotion Initiatives Within Academic Communities SECTION IX Looking Ahead 29 Future Directions in Community-Based Practice