Sport for Confidence seeks to support those who have become disconnected from the community/loved ones and who require additional support to be able to access meaningful opportunities outside of the home environment.
Sport for Confidence achieves its outcomes through utilising the knowledge, skills and expertise of Occupational Therapists and Coaches.
Occupational Therapists work across health, education and social care and in diverse practise areas such as health promotion and illness prevention. The earlier someone who is experiencing challenges to their occupations receives occupational therapy intervention, the more likely they are to have positive outcomes and potentially any reduced secondary complications which could relate to mental and physical health.
By placing an Occupational Therapist at the ‘front door’ of Sport for Confidence, it is possible to support those who face challenges to their occupations and work holistically with a focus on prevention. We support individuals through initial assessment interviews and therapeutic interventions to achieve positive outcomes related to physical, mental and emotional health and all social circumstances and life opportunities.
Latest News
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Becoming an OT: A Journey of Resilience, Equity, and Systemic Change Posted on 12th February 2025 at 11:39
A blog about Becoming an Occupational Therapist, written by Liz Fletcher, Occupational Therapist and Co-Lead of our National Space and Moving OT's division. -
Sport for Confidence Completes Rollout Across Essex Posted on 4th February 2025 at 13:47
The Sport for Confidence delivery model has arrived at the Lord Butler Leisure Centre in Saffron Walden. -
Sport for Confidence Boosting Workforce Skills to Promote Health & Wellbeing Posted on 9th January 2025 at 09:29
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Participant Spotlight - Audrey Posted on 10th December 2024 at 13:10
Highlighting a participants journey with Sport for Confidence and what they have achieved through support from Occupational Therapists, coaches and their own determination. -
Meet The NED's - Ben Beevers Posted on 27th November 2024 at 11:27
The latest in our blog series getting to know our Board of Directors a little better. This time we feature Ben Beevers. -
Sport for Confidence Welcomes Sports Minister to Basildon Sporting Village Posted on 19th November 2024 at 15:48
“ I’d like to thank the coaches and health professionals for creating such a fantastic atmosphere. These sessions are so important for people with learning disabilities – they feel accepted and learn a number of skills including social skills as well as skills relating to the sporting activity. ”
Sally, carer for a Sport for Confidence Participant