Publications for Sale
The Community Clutter & Hoarding Toolkit
This guide is the first resource of its kind to provide information to all levels of clutter support in the community. Worksheets and information are specifically designed for three working groups: professionals, community and housing support workers, as well as “helpers” friends and family members. Both practical and research-based, this resource is a must for workers who encounter clutter and hoarding on the job. Hard copies also include a CD for easy printing of worksheets.
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Safer Home Manual V.3
This manual was written to help occupational therapists use the Safety Assessment of Function and the Environment for Rehabilitation‚ Health Outcome Measurement (SAFER-HOME) to identify home safety problems, provide interventions and measure outcomes.
The Burden Scale of Family Caregivers
This manual describes the Burden Scale for Family Caregivers (BSFC) used to measure the perceived burden of home care on family caregivers. It outlines how the tool was developed, discusses any relevant studies and provides information on how to administer the BSFC.
Energy Conservation Manual
This booklet provides occupational therapists and their clients with comprehensive information on energy conservation and offers practical suggestions for educating the community on these principles.