Supporting your child at home
Helping your child take part in everyday activities at home is important. If your child has a disability, you might need to make small changes to your home to help them join in more easily.
This could include:
- moving their bedroom closer to the bathroom or downstairs
- giving them the right level of supervision to stay safe
- trying new ideas to support their independence
If you still need help, more information about Children's Occupational Therapy Service is available on the Families Information website.
Home safety
Keeping your child safe at home is a priority.
If you have concerns, download and use our home safety audit tool and recommendations.
You can also:
- speak to your health visitor or social worker
- use online safety checklists from trusted organisations like RoSPA or the NSPCC
Websites
Visit the following websites for further guidance on safety at home:
Equipment
You might need to buy equipment to help your child at home. This could include:
- higher stair gates
- magnetic cupboard locks
- adjustable highchairs
You can search online to find what’s available. Some websites offer adapted versions of everyday items. Our resources for parents page has more information.
Further support
If you’ve tried these steps and still have concerns, the occupational therapy team may be able to offer more support. This could include:
- universal advice through links and tools on this website
- targeted support for parents or professionals
- specialist help which may involve an individualised assessment