Through an Individualized Education Program (IEP), students can receive school-based services that help them succeed academically. Depending on each child’s needs, this plan sometimes includes occupational therapy.
Everyday routines — like packing a backpack, feeding a pet, or helping with laundry — help children build independence, confidence, and problem-solving abilities that prepare them for the future. In occupational therapy, these activities are called Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs).
https://youtu.be/L3i-dAkNPFk Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) are the essential self-care tasks we all do each day to maintain hygiene and independence. These include brushing our teeth and hair, getting dressed, using the bathroom, washing our hands, and bathing — basically, all the little routines that make up daily life. When children struggle to learn these skills, it can affect their ability to participate at home, in school, and in the community. My name is Jennifer Hatch, and I’m a pediatric occupational therapist at Fluens Children’s Therapy. In this article, I’ll explain how occupational therapy can help your child build independence, confidence, and success in daily self-care. Why Do Some Kids Have Difficulty with Self-Care Skills? There are many reasons a child might have difficulty with ADLs. Some of the most common include: Developmental delays: A child may not yet have reached the stage where certain fine motor or sequencing skills come naturally. Physical impairments: A … Keep Reading…
