Maximizing occupational performance of older workers: Applying the person-environment-occupation model

Jyothi Gupta, Dory Sabata

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Abstract

Today's workforce is aging. Older adults are indicating a desire to work longer, and employers are interested in retaining skilled workers. Occupational therapy has an increasing role in the workplace to prepare employers and employees for addressing the needs of an aging workforce. This article will provide examples of how to apply the Person-Environment-Occupation model as a framework for determining needed workplace accommodations.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)CE1-CE7
JournalOT Practice
Volume15
Issue number7
StatePublished - Apr 26 2010
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
  • Rehabilitation
  • Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
  • Advanced and Specialized Nursing

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