 getting washed and dressed.</p>

<h4>Occupational therapist</h4>

<p>Occupational therapists advise on special equipment or adaptations needed by people who have physical disabilities or difficulties with everyday tasks. Occupational therapists may be based in a social services department, or sometimes in a hospital.</p>

<p>Before telephoning or visiting social services think about what you want to say. If possible make notes of who you speak to, and when.</p>

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