Occupational therapy

An occupational therapist helps people to participate in the activities of everyday life. This means helping people to safely look after themselves, live independently and have productive lives. Occupational therapists operate in the community and at Te Nīkau Grey Hospital & Health Centre.


Contact us

Occupational health services are available at these locations:

Te Nīkau Hospital & Health Centre

Ground floor Te Nīkau Hospital & Health Centre, Allied Health Hub, 71 Water Walk Rd 
03 769 7400

Hokitika Health Centre

59 Sewell Street
03 756 9700

Buller Health Centre

Cobden Street, Westport
03 788 9030

Reefton Health Centre

68 Broadway
03 769 7420


Services we provide

Occupational therapists look at a variety of health-related issues including:

  • Equipment and home modifications.
  • Managing after injury, illness, or surgery.
  • Building skills for daily life (e.g. cooking, personal care).
  • Support for people with disability or long-term conditions.
  • Falls prevention and mobility advice.

Referral information

You will need to be referred to us by your healthcare provider.