Use of the AusTOMs-OT to record outcomes in an occupational therapy homeless service
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Occupational therapy significantly improved the daily living skills and overall wellbeing of homeless individuals. The study successfully implemented the AusTOMs-OT measure, demonstrating positive client outcomes.
Area Of Science
- Occupational therapy
- Homelessness research
- Health services research
Background
- Limited research evidence supports occupational therapy services for homeless populations globally.
- Occupational therapy plays a vital role in addressing the complex needs of individuals experiencing homelessness.
- There is a need to establish effective outcome measures for this practice.
Purpose Of The Study
- To describe the process of selecting an outcome measure for a homeless occupational therapy service.
- To demonstrate changes in occupational performance for individuals receiving this therapy.
- To provide evidence supporting the effectiveness of occupational therapy for the homeless population.
Main Methods
- Staff reviewed eight outcome measures against six criteria to select an appropriate tool.
- The chosen tool, AusTOMs-OT, was used for pre- and post-intervention data collection with 58 participants.
- Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and the Wilcoxon Signed Ranks Test.
Main Results
- The Australian Therapy Outcome Measure (AusTOMs-OT) was successfully implemented in practice.
- 70% of participants achieved their therapy goals and were discharged.
- Clients showed statistically significant improvements in Transfers, Self-Care, and Domestic Life-Home, impacting activity, participation, and wellbeing.
Conclusions
- The AusTOMs-OT is a viable tool for measuring outcomes in homeless occupational therapy services.
- Occupational therapy interventions lead to significant improvements for individuals experiencing homelessness.
- This evidence supports the value and effectiveness of occupational therapy in this context.
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