Practical Assessment and Intervention Strategies for Occupational Therapists

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Vision loss is one of the most common yet under-recognised contributors to reduced independence in older adults. From medication management and meal preparation to falls prevention and community participation, even mild vision changes can significantly impact occupational performance.

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With around two in three Australians living with vision loss aged over 65, Occupational Therapists are increasingly encountering clients whose functional challenges are influenced by undiagnosed or progressive vision impairment.

This practical on-demand webinar has been designed specifically for Occupational Therapists working in community aged care and the Support at Home program. You'll gain the knowledge, clinical reasoning and practical tools to confidently recognise low vision, assess its functional impact, and implement evidence-informed interventions that improve independence and participation.

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Whether you're new to low vision or looking to strengthen your clinical practice, this webinar provides practical strategies you can immediately apply with your clients.

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Why This Webinar Matters

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Older adults rarely present saying they have a vision problem, they present because they're falling, struggling with medications, withdrawing from activities, or losing confidence at home.

 

As Occupational Therapists, we are uniquely positioned to recognise when vision is contributing to occupational performance challenges and to implement interventions that make a meaningful difference.

Aligned with the Support at Home program and Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, this webinar will help you deliver person-centred, evidence-informed interventions that promote safety, independence and quality of life.

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What You'll Learn

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Understanding Low Vision

• Understand the prevalence and impact of low vision in older adults.

• Recognise how vision impairment affects occupational performance across everyday activities.

• Differentiate common eye conditions including:

  • Age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

  • Glaucoma

  • Cataracts

  • Diabetic retinopathy

• Understand the Occupational Therapist's role within community aged care and the multidisciplinary team.

 

Functional Assessment

• Apply an occupation-centred approach to assessing vision in the home.

• Identify functional indicators of vision impairment during everyday assessment.

• Explore practical assessment tools and home environment considerations.

• Incorporate meaningful goal setting into low vision assessment.

• Recognise when referral to an eye health professional is indicated.

 

Evidence-Based Interventions

• Explore current evidence and best practice guidelines for low vision management.

• Learn practical frameworks that support clinical decision-making.

• Implement environmental modifications that enhance safety and independence.

• Identify appropriate assistive technology and adaptive strategies.

• Support participation across meaningful daily occupations.

 

Collaboration, Funding and Resources

• Work effectively alongside optometrists, ophthalmologists and other eye health professionals.

• Navigate funding pathways for equipment and low vision supports.

• Discover practical resources you can immediately incorporate into your practice.

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What You'll Walk Away With

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By the end of this webinar you'll have:

• Greater confidence identifying common eye conditions and understanding their functional impact.

• A practical framework for assessing vision-related occupational performance in the home.

• Evidence-informed intervention strategies you can immediately implement.

• Practical approaches to environmental modification and assistive technology.

• Increased confidence collaborating with eye health professionals.

• A clear understanding of referral pathways and when specialist assessment is required.

• Resources to support clinical reasoning and intervention planning.

• Stronger justification for low vision interventions within community aged care.

 

Who Should Enrol?

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This webinar is ideal for:

• Occupational Therapists working in community aged care.

• Occupational Therapists delivering services under Support at Home.

• Home Care Package Occupational Therapists.

• Newly graduated Occupational Therapists entering aged care.

• Experienced clinicians wanting to strengthen their low vision knowledge.

• Team Leaders and Clinical Leads supporting Occupational Therapy practice.

 

Perfect for clinicians who want to:

• Move beyond simply referring clients when vision loss is identified.

• Build confidence assessing the functional impact of vision impairment.

• Deliver evidence-based interventions within their professional scope.

• Improve client outcomes through practical, occupation-focused strategies.

 

Why Choose This Webinar?

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Unlike vision education designed for eye health professionals, this webinar is built specifically for Occupational Therapists working in community settings.

The content focuses on what matters most in practice:

• Occupation-centred assessment.

• Functional observations rather than diagnosis.

• Practical environmental modifications.

• Evidence-based intervention strategies.

• Assistive technology that supports independence.

• Clinical reasoning you can immediately apply.

• Alignment with Support at Home expectations and contemporary aged care practice.

Every concept is translated into practical strategies you can confidently implement during home visits.

 

What's Included

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• Full on-demand webinar recording.

• Downloadable presentation slides.

• Practical assessment and intervention resources..

• Certificate of completion suitable for CPD records.

• Flexible access so you can learn at your own pace.