This excerpt describes the community practice in relation to occupational therapy and how engagement in occupation ties communities together. It recognizes health as a holistic view of well-being instead of only regarding disease. The practice moves away from the medical aspect and towards the intellectual, moral, and social attributes. In addition it states that "community practice opens the door for the profession to grow and apply occupation in its natural settings." The profession continues to develop its' reputation and become more proactive in addressing health needs that arise outside the medical/rehab approach.
This excerpt describes the community practice in relation to occupational therapy and how engagement in occupation ties communities together. It recognizes health as a holistic view of well-being instead of only regarding disease. The practice moves away from the medical aspect and towards the intellectual, moral, and social attributes. In addition it states that "community practice opens the door for the profession to grow and apply occupation in its natural settings." The profession continues to develop its' reputation and become more proactive in addressing health needs that arise outside the medical/rehab approach.