TUI ALLIED HEALTH SERVICES

Occupational Health

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TUI ALLIED HEALTH

Occupational Health

Helping you do the things that matter most in your daily life.

Occupational therapy (OT) is a client-centred healthcare profession focused on promoting health and wellbeing through meaningful activities, or “occupations.” Occupations include the everyday activities people do as individuals, in families, and with communities to occupy time and bring purpose and meaning to life.

How we might help

Occupational therapists work with you, your whānau, and other professionals to identify barriers and develop strategies to achieve your goals. You might be referred to an occupational therapist if you experience difficulty with:

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Daily tasks

Household tasks such as cleaning, cooking, or dressing.

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Professional activities

Work or school activities.

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Leisure activities

Leisure activities, hobbies, or social participation.

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

What to expect

Occupational therapy is about helping you develop, recover, or maintain the skills needed to live your life fully.

  • An initial assessment at home or in your workplace.

    Observation of tasks, discussions, and use of assessment tools.

  • Development of a personalised treatment plan.

  • Recommendations for adaptive techniques, self management strategies, pain management, education, or assistive equipment.

  • Ongoing evaluation and adjustment of the plan.

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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH

ACC Stay at work programme

The ACC Stay at Work programme helps employees across New Zealand remain in employment or return to work following an ACC-covered injury.

How it works

  • Initial assessment at your workplace.

  • Collaboration with you, your employer, and your recovery team to develop a safe return-to-work plan.

  • Liaison with GPs, physiotherapists, psychologists, and other professionals as needed.

  • Ongoing support to manage barriers and ensure a sustainable return to work.

ACC BACK TO WORK PROGRAMME

Referral

  • Faster access to support and reduced absenteeism.

  • Minimise productivity loss and team burnout.

  • Safe, structured, and sustainable return to work.

  • Identify risks and prevent future injuries.

  • Lower long-term costs from sick leave, temp cover, and recruitment.

Employers can refer employees directly for ACC-funded Stay at Work support. Once a referral is received, our team:

  • Confirms receipt and eligibility.

  • Contacts the employee to schedule an appointment.

  • Develops a structured plan for safe return to work.

Benefits for employees and employers