Knowsley Council is supporting National Occupational Therapy Week which takes place from 3 to 9 November 2025.
The Royal College of Occupational Therapists is launching their new annual campaign during the week called “Right Support, Right Time: Unlocking the Power of OT.”
The council employs a team of specialist Occupational Therapists who make a real difference to residents’ lives and help to prevent the need for escalation to other services and support. Recent feedback includes:-
“We would like to thank you for all your help in getting my nan back into her own bed after nearly 2 years. This means so much to us as a family and to her getting some independence back.”
“Thank you for your compassion and understanding and for the level-access shower – it will be life changing.”
“The life changing equipment and adaptations will make a world of difference.”
“Thank you for your support and helping me to access my home safely and giving me independence.
“You’ve all been amazing and a massive thank you for all the support you’ve provided.”
Occupational therapy helps people of all ages overcome daily challenges to live more independently and participate fully in life.
Cllr Del Arnall, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care, said “I’m delighted to be supporting Occupational Therapy Week and sharing some of the amazing feedback our Occupational Therapists have received.
“They play a vital role in supporting people, particularly with maintaining their independence, and it’s great to showcase their work, and the positive impact they have on people and the wider community throughout this week.”
Occupational Therapists work with individuals who have physical, mental, or social conditions by assessing their specific needs and providing practical solutions, such as new ways to perform tasks, recommendations for home or work modifications, and advice on adaptive equipment, to improve their overall health and well-being.
Occupational Therapists work with people across the lifespan, including:
- Children -with disabilities to participate in school and play.
- Adults – recovering from illness or injury, such as after a stroke or major surgery.
- Elderly people – who need support to maintain independence in their own homes.
- Individuals – with mental health conditions to re-engage in everyday activities.
They use a client-centered approach, considering physical, psychological, social, and environmental factors.
You can find out more about the Right Support, Right Time campaign here.