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Occupational Therapy Services
At Tender Stages Therapeutic Services, our occupational therapy services help transition-age youth and adults strengthen life skills, develop confidence, and meaningfully participate at home, at school, and in the community. We partner with individuals, families, caregivers, and schools to create personalized supports that reflect each person’s strengths, developmental needs, and long-term goals.
Transition Services
Life transitions—entering adulthood, starting work, navigating the community, or building daily routines—can be overwhelming. Individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities, Autism, and executive functioning differences often benefit from structured support during these periods of change.
Our transition-focused OT services help individuals develop skills in:
- Daily living and personal care
- Home and community participation
- Executive functioning and organization
- Routines, schedules, and time management
- Social communication and self-advocacy
- Safety awareness and problem-solving
- Supported or independent living readiness
Direct Occupational Therapy Services
Tender Stages provides individualized occupational therapy to support daily living skills, executive functioning, and meaningful participation at home, school, and in the community. Services are designed to help transition-age youth and adults build confidence, independence, and readiness for the next stage of life.
Our direct OT services include:
- Transition OT Screening
A brief assessment to identify strengths, needs, and priority areas for skill development. - Comprehensive OT Transition Evaluation
An in-depth evaluation of life skills, routines, executive functioning, and transition readiness, with a written report and recommendations. - OT Skill-Building Sessions
Individualized sessions focused on daily living skills, routines, problem-solving, and independence at home and in the community. - Transition Strategy Session
A collaborative planning session to set goals, build routines, and create clear strategies for greater independence. - Comprehensive OT Transition Review
A structured review of evaluations, school documents, or transition plans to refine recommendations and next steps. - Community Integration Sessions
Real-world skill practice in areas such as transportation, shopping, community safety, and social participation. - Caregiver & Support Training
Coaching for families and caregivers to build supportive routines, fade assistance, and promote independence. - Environmental / Apartment Assessment
A functional review of a home, dorm, or apartment to support safety, accessibility, and independent living.
Telehealth OT Services
Tender Stages offers flexible, accessible support through secure virtual sessions or phone-based consultations. Services include:
- Telehealth OT Sessions
Virtual support focused on life skills, routines, executive functioning, and transition planning. - Executive Functioning Coaching
Strategies for planning, organization, time management, and follow-through. - Parent & Caregiver Coaching
Guidance to help families build routines, promote independence, and address daily challenges. - Document Review & Strategy Consultation
A structured review of IEPs, evaluations, or transition plans with clear recommendations. - Virtual IEP / School Meeting Participation
Professional support for families during school or transition-related meetings. - Free Information Call
A brief phone or virtual conversation to discuss concerns and explore whether OT services are the right fit.
School System Services
Tender Stages partners with schools and districts across Delaware and North Carolina to strengthen transition programming and life-skills-based instruction. Services include:
- Student Transition OT Review
A focused review of a student’s strengths, needs, and transition priorities, with written recommendations. - Comprehensive OT Transition Review
A clinical review of assessments, plans, and transition materials to support meaningful goal development. - IEP / Transition Meeting Support
Professional participation to help teams design functional, skills-based, and student-centered transition plans. - Transition OT Staff Training
Professional development for educators, paraprofessionals, and related service providers on transition readiness and life skills instruction. - School Consultation Contracts
Ongoing partnership providing student observations, consultation, program development, and collaborative support throughout the school year.