Occupational Therapy Personal Statement

It is easy to take for granted the ability to complete everyday responsibilities. I chose Occupational Therapy because of the optimistic outlook of health-related challenges. OT meets my personal interests of serving people in a truly impactful way by targeting function at the highest level of independence possible for quality lifestyle, because disability should never obstruct potential for success. In preparation for achieving my short-term goal for application and acceptance into graduate school and long-term goal of owning my own practice, I looked to my mom and advisor for guidance. The values my mother demonstrates every day as a special education teacher and small business owner I have adopted as my own. I treat with integrity. I embrace …show more content…
As a certified personal care aide of Ingleside-Engaged Living, I am qualified to provide quality care to clients in residential neighborhoods and assisted living facilities. My responsibilities are to provide compassionate care, support activities of daily living, recognize changes in health behaviors in relation to disease and disability, perform passive range of motion exercises, and assist with any additional duties assigned by the care team. I communicate with registered nurses, doctors, occupational and physical therapists, clients, and families. I actively participate in the collaboration that takes place to encompass the mind, body, and soul connection as a key part to the standards of holistic care. Ingleside’s philosophy for holistic care is to treat the client as a whole, not just a disease or disability. This offers empowerment and teaches advocacy to help therapists and clients discover strengths in relation to activities and skills most important to clients. While personal care and OT have many demanding obligations, I embrace the challenges to continuously foster education, wellness and independence for