The Community Occupational Therapy Clinic

The University of New England's Community Occupational Therapy Clinic (COTC) provides quality assessment, direct service and consultation for children and adults.  The therapists work collaboratively with clients and their families within the clinic and community-based settings for those with:

• Developmental disorders
• Learning disabilities
• Behavior disturbances
• Physical challenges
• Neurological conditions

The clinic was developed to provide:

• Quality, specialized occupational therapy evaluation and intervention to clients
• In-service training to pre-schools, schools, parent support programs, and agencies in the community
• Expert consultation, training and resources to community occupational therapists, other professionals and families
• Observational and hands-on opportunities and resources for individuals seeking a career in occupational therapy
• Fieldwork placements for occupational therapy students
• Research opportunities for students and faculty

The COTC is a model clinic providing holistic therapeutic interventions enhancing engagement in childhood occupations such as play and school using the following approaches:

• Sensory integration
• Developmental
• Behavioral

Services

The UNE COTC is committed to community-based teaching and clinical practice by providing service throughout southern Maine.  The facility strives to serve diverse populations throughout the lifespan.

For more information or to set up a shadowing experience contact: 

Community Occupational Therapy Clinic
441 Main Street
Biddeford, ME 04005
(207) 283-1954