Disabled people can become occupational therapists and continue to work successfully with or without support
There are various opportunities for disabled occupational therapists. In the education and the employment sectors, advisors work with disabled students to plan careers and advise on funding and obtaining assistance, such as hands-on support and equipment.
The following three case studies offer insight into the lives of disabled people who chose occupational therapy as a career.
For more information about working as an OT whilst disabled contact
Caroline Jefferson Disability forum representative Caroline.Jefferson@westsussex.gov.uk
Laraine Epstein Disability forum representative aa5966@coventry.ac.uk