There are lots of examples of equipment that you could use around your home to help you with day-to-day tasks.

If you are struggling to do something there may be a piece of equipment that could make life easier for you, helping you to remain in control of your own life.

Request an assessment by the Occupational Therapy team

Contact the Community Occupational Therapy Team to carry out an assessment to get a clearer picture of the difficulties that you are having (e.g. bathing, climbing stairs, or transferring from a chair to a bed) and advise you about eligibility, and tell you about other services that may be available.

You will be advised if you need to bring any information to your assessment.

An appointment is made for you between Monday and Friday, 9.00am – 4.00pm.

Due to the high demand for this service there may be a delay before an assessment can be made.

You can also make a referral by completing our online form:

Request an assessment by the Occupational Therapy team online at https://www.oldham.gov.uk/forms/form/364/en/make_a_cott_referral

Guide to choosing equipment

AskSARA is an online self-help guide that is useful if you are not sure what items might help you.

AskSARA website at https://asksara.livingmadeeasy.org.uk/selector