Most home assessments take between 1 and 1.5 hours, depending on the complexity of your situation and the areas we need to assess.
Following the visit, you’ll receive a written report outlining our findings and recommendations.
Yes.
In fact, we encourage family members or carers to be present where possible.
They can often provide valuable information about day-to-day challenges and are able to ask questions about the recommendations made during the assessment.
Absolutely.
Many of our assessments are arranged by adult children who are concerned about an ageing parent.
We are happy to discuss your concerns beforehand and explain what the assessment will involve.
No.
You can contact OTLife directly to arrange an independent Occupational Therapy assessment.
No.
We are completely independent.
We do not sell equipment, stairlifts, wet rooms or home adaptations, and we do not receive commission from suppliers.
Our recommendations are based solely on what we believe is most appropriate for you or your family member.
Yes.
Where appropriate, we can advise whether adaptations such as stairlifts, level access showers, grab rails, ramps or other equipment may improve safety and independence.
Our recommendations are always tailored to the individual and their home.
We aim to offer appointments as quickly as possible.
Please contact us to discuss your situation and we’ll let you know our current availability.
If your circumstances are urgent, we’ll always do our best to accommodate you.
Yes.
Evening appointments are the most common time for a visit.
Please contact us to discuss availability.
We provide home assessments throughout Essex, including Upminster, Brentwood, Romford, Hornchurch, Chelmsford, Basildon, Southend and the surrounding areas.
If you’re unsure whether we cover your location, please get in touch.
Your fixed fee includes:
Home visit (up to 1.5 hours)
Assessment relating to the agreed referral reason
Discussion with family members if appropriate
Written report with recommendations
Practical advice and next steps
Assessments within 20 miles of Upminster are included. A £30 travel supplement may apply for appointments further afield.
The £375 fixed fee covers one comprehensive assessment relating to the agreed referral reason.
If additional specialist assessments or reports are required, we’ll discuss this with you beforehand and provide a separate quotation before carrying out any additional work.
Yes.
We provide independent housing assessments and reports where appropriate.
Our reports are objective, evidence-based and based on the findings of the assessment. We cannot guarantee any particular outcome or recommendation.
Yes.
Every assessment includes a written report summarising our findings, recommendations and suggested next steps.
The report is written in clear, easy-to-understand language and can be shared with family members or other professionals if required.
Simply call us to discuss your situation.
We’ll explain how the assessment works, answer any questions you may have and, if appropriate, arrange a convenient appointment.