Speech & Language Therapists: Speech & Language Therapists Much of what we do in our daily lives involves communicating and interacting with others. Communication skills are important for things like expressing our thoughts and needs, listening to others, being able to work together with someone to solve a problem. If
Physiotherapy Services: Physiotherapy services delivered through the public health service are generally provided in hospitals, either on an in-patient or out-patient basis. Physiotherapists are specialized members of the healthcare profession who use mainly physical means such as exercise, manipulation, massage and electrical methods of therapy. This therapy is used to treat
Occupational Therapy Services: Occupational therapy services are designed to help people who have a disability (physical, psychological or social) to achieve the maximum degree of independence in ordinary living. Many occupational therapists work in Health Service Executive (HSE) Local Health Offices or Primary Care Teams. In theory, everyone who needs the service
Medical Card: If you have a medical card issued by the Health Service Executive (HSE), you can receive certain health services free of charge. Normally, your dependent spouse or partner and your children are also covered for the same range of health services. To qualify for a medical card, your weekly
GP Visit Card: If you do not qualify for a medical card you may be eligible for a GP visit card. A GP visit card allows you to visit a participating family doctor for free. Unless you have a medical card or a GP visit card, visits to GPs are not free.
Early Intervention Team: Who are we? The Early Intervention Team is for children, aged 0-6 years, and their families who have complex developmental needs. The team comprises of an Occupational Therapist, Clinical/Educational Psychologist, Physiotherapist, Social Worker and Speech and Language Therapist. Where are we? We are based in HSE, Computer
Dental Services: The Health Service Executive (HSE) provides some free dental treatment to certain citizens through the public health service. Services are provided by dentists employed by Local Health Offices in your area and by private dentists who have contracts with the HSE to provide certain services. If you do not qualify
Chiropody and Podiatry Services: The term ‘podiatrist’ is now replacing the term ‘chiropodist’. Chiropodists/podiatrists assess, diagnose and treat diseases and abnormalities of the foot and lower limb. Chiropody/podiatry can improve people’s quality of life by alleviating painful symptoms, and promoting and maintaining mobility. The Health Service Executive (HSE) is not legally obliged
Assessment of Need for People with Disabilities: The Disability Act 2005 provides for, among other things, the assessment of need of people with disabilities and the consequent drawing up of Service Statements. The assessment of need is carried out or arranged by Assessment Officers who are independent officers of the Health Service Executive
: Target Group/Problems Addressed: C.B.T. can be used in the treatment of many mental health problems such as; depression, anxiety, personality, anorexia, bulimia, addictions, post traumatic stress, and psychotic disorders How does a person access this therapy? Usually the person will be referred by their treating psychiatrist, psychologist or key worker. What is involved?
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