Assistive Technology OT
Make Everyday Tasks More Accessible
Practical occupational therapy support in New Orleans to explore, set up, and learn tools for daily routines and independence.
Common Questions
What does an assistive technology occupational therapist do?
An occupational therapist considers how a person’s goals, abilities, routines, and surroundings affect daily activities. They can help identify and assess technology options, then guide practical ways to use them.
Who can benefit from assistive technology support?
People who find daily tasks difficult because of a disability, injury, health condition, or changing needs may benefit. Support is based on individual goals, such as communication, self-care, mobility, or home activities.
What happens during an evaluation?
An evaluation typically starts with a conversation about goals and daily routines. The occupational therapist may assess relevant tasks and environments, then discuss possible tools or strategies suited to the person’s needs.
Do I need to buy a device before contacting you?
No. It can help to discuss your needs before choosing a device. The right option depends on what you want to do, how you will use it, and whether it works in your everyday setting.
Can assistive technology help at home?
It may support activities at home, including communication, self-care, and household tasks. A therapist can consider the person’s routines and living space when exploring useful devices, adaptations, or strategies.
Assistive Technology Services
Explore tools and strategies that can make daily tasks, communication, and access easier at home, school, or work.
Assistive Technology Evaluation
Review daily needs and identify technology options that fit your routines and environment.
Device Selection Support
Compare options and find tools that match your abilities, preferences, and budget.
Setup and Training
Learn to configure and use assistive technology for everyday activities.
Home Access Strategies
Explore technology and environmental changes that support safer, easier home routines.
Practical Support for Daily Life
NOLA Access OT helps people explore assistive technology that fits their needs, routines, and surroundings. Occupational therapy brings daily activities into the conversation, from getting dressed and preparing meals to communicating or moving through the home. The goal is to find useful approaches that support participation without making technology more complicated than it needs to be.
Based in New Orleans, NOLA Access OT works with each person to understand what is getting in the way and what they want to do more easily. Support may include assessing needs, considering tools, and planning how to use them in everyday settings. Recommendations are grounded in the person’s goals and practical circumstances.
Real-life fit
Consider the person, their routines, and the environments where daily activities happen.
Clear guidance
Explain options in plain language so decisions feel manageable.
Individual goals
Build support around the activities each person wants to do.
A Practical Path Forward
Step 1
Share Your Goals
Talk about the daily activities, communication needs, or access barriers you want to address.
Step 2
Explore Options
Review possible tools and strategies in the context of your routines and environment.
Step 3
Try What Fits
Consider how selected options work in practice before deciding on next steps.
Step 4
Build Your Skills
Practice setup and use so the technology can fit more naturally into everyday life.
Support Grounded in Daily Life
Recommendations focus on how you want to participate at home, at school, or in the community.
Start With Your Goals
Your routines and priorities guide the conversation about useful technology and support.
Consider the Full Setup
We look at the person, the task, and the environment—not just the device.
Focus on Practical Use
Explore ways to set up and practice tools for the situations where you need them.
Talk Through Your Everyday Needs
Share what tasks are challenging, and discuss whether assistive technology support may be a useful next step.
Start a Conversation
Tell NOLA Access OT what daily activities you would like support with. Get in touch to discuss occupational therapy and assistive technology in New Orleans.
Address
817 Lake Street, New Orleans, LA
Phone
(504) 555-0130
Email
[email protected]
Opening hours
Mon–Sat: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sun: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM