Families usually start researching this topic because a room has become difficult to use, a move home from hospital is approaching, or they want to plan before access becomes urgent. The best outcome begins with the actual person, property and timeframe.
What an OT reviews
What an OT reviews should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Functional goals
Functional goals should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Minor and complex scopes
Minor and complex scopes should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
How builders use the report
How builders use the report should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Preparing for the visit
Preparing for the visit should be considered in the context of the person using the home, the existing property and the confirmed project scope. Good planning avoids isolated changes that create a new access problem elsewhere. Measurements, structure, services, finishes and future use all matter.
Next step
Use this guide to prepare questions, then arrange an in person assessment before making final building decisions.