St Loye's Independent Living Centre: an analysis of assessments.

摘要: An analysis of 1156 assessment forms was carried out in order to: (a) provide a baseline for an evaluation study, and (b) enable service characteristics to be developed. It estimated that accounted 70% the total number disabled people who visited centre over 5-year period. The assessments, completed by experienced occupational therapist (OT), recorded demographic details some problems encountered with daily living activities. greatest demand came from over-60 age group and, particular, women aged between 70 79 years. A 79% (n = 693) referrals were made health workers; number, 81% 561) referred OT. Few general practitioners. most frequently reported medical condition affected musculoskeletal system. problem activities bathing/showering. amount time spent on occupied large proporti...