Research Article

The Development of a Design and Construction Process Protocol to Support the Home Modification Process Delivered by Occupational Therapists

Table 6

Subphase 1 of home modification process protocol.

Assessment phaseSubphase 1

DescriptionConceptualise the occupational need as identified by the person(s)

Key questionsWhat is the reported occupation(s) the person(s) needs/wants to address through an occupation-focused home modification?
Should a home modification approach be taken?

ActionIdentify the specific occupation(s) the person(s) wants/needs/has to do
Identify the person(s) occupational priorities
Identify occupations that cannot be addressed through occupation-focused home modification intervention

OutcomeIdentify the person(s) occupational priorities
Provide advice including referral to alternative services