CAM™-Informed Occupational Therapy
Why is OT necessary for victims of crime?
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The occupational therapy (OT) evaluation process is focused on finding out what the survivors and their family members want and need to do and identifying the factors that act as supports or barriers to performance of desired occupations. Current occupational performance; routines and habits; activity demands; socio- cultural beliefs/expectations; and physical, cognitive, and psycho- social factors are addressed during the evaluation process.
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CAM™-Informed Occupational Therapy
Why is OT necessary for victims of crime?
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​Interventions with adults who are survivors of domestic violence focus on empowerment and active participation in healthy occupations or daily life activities. These may include working on the development of a realistic budget, facilitating the use of effective decision-making skills regarding employment opportunities, learning calming techniques to use with their children, learning assertiveness skills, and teaching stress management and relaxation techniques to improve sleep patterns.
Interventions with children who have witnessed domestic violence may include facilitation of developmentally appropriate play skills, social skills training, the use of techniques for improving concentration and attention span during school activities, and assistance with the organization of study habits and school materials.
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CAM™-Informed Kids Services Occupational Therapy
Why is OT necessary for victims of crime?
​Interventions with children include facilitation of fostering a safe environment that offers developmentally appropriate play skills, social skills training, the use of techniques for improving concentration and attention span during school activities, and assistance with the organization of study habits and school materials.
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CAM™-Informed Adult Services Occupational Therapy
Why is OT necessary for victims of crime?
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​Interventions with adults who are survivors of domestic violence focus on felt safety, empowerment and active participation in healthy occupations or daily life activities. These may include working on the development of a realistic budget, facilitating the use of effective decision-making skills regarding employment opportunities, learning calming techniques to use with their children, learning assertiveness skills, and teaching stress management and relaxation techniques to improve sleep patterns.
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CAM™-Informed Elder Occupational Therapy Services
Elders Occupational Therapy Services focus on enriching engagement for Holistic Well-being for our Elders. Programming and treatment focus on integrating our relatives through our therapeutic network of services guided by a CAM Healing Passport. transformative journey of connection and growth, blending meaningful activities with everyday applications. Our Occupational Therapy team collaborates with our Elders through culturally meaningful and enriching experiences such as creating tobacco ties, sharing traditions, and exploring relaxation techniques like neurographic art. We also introduced grounding/earthing practices, including a documentary and hands-on experience with a grounding mat.
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Our team focused on empowering Elders with tailored stretching and exercise programs to enhance strength, mobility, and daily engagement. We offered personalized advice on home modifications for safety and independence, and introduced the Peacemaker Massage to promote body awareness and relaxation.
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Our Occupational Therapy team, nurtured physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being through intentional movement. Activities like modified stretching, low-impact exercises, and chair hula with Community Healer, Malia, were personalized to support each Elder’s individual needs, reinforcing our commitment to holistic well-being.
CAM™-Informed Intergenerational Occupational Therapy Services
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CAM™-Informed Occupational Therapy
Our Occupational Therapy consultations and services are provided for free (insurance not required) because we believe it shouldn't cost you to heal.
Our services are offered by OT interns who are Master or Doctoral students and work closely with our OT clinical supervisor to plan and implement care. All our interns are trained through our trauma-informed interdisciplinary mental health track.
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To learn more about these services, please reach out to our Clinic Manager and Lead VOC Therapist, Carmen Fontanez at CFontanez@HIRwellness.org or call our CARES Warmline at 414-748-2592.
