In this episode of New PossibilOTs, Mahek Bansal and Larissa Ferrari explore the realm of community-based OT. They draw on their experience working in settings such as schools, preschools, and clients' homes, discussing not only the merits but also the challenges of this approach.

Their discussion about the crucial role of collaboration, effective communication, and observation in community settings, highlights the value of building partnerships with parents, teachers, and other professionals to understand and support children's development.

Mahek and Larissa also offer their signature practical tips for success and they would love for you to get in touch via the website or Instagram links below to offer up some of yours.

Resources:

• Investigating the experiences in a school-based occupational therapy program to inform community-based paediatric occupational therapy practice https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24325325/
• AOTA – Practice settings resources: Community Based Services https://www.aota.org/practice/practice-settings/community-based-services
• Statement that presents WFOT's position on Occupational Therapy and Community-Centred: Occupational Therapy and Community-Centred Practice | WFOT

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