About us

In 2000 a small group of independent occupational therapists started working to provide a non-adversarial vocational rehabilitation programme for personal injury claimants. Since then the scheme has expanded to include people with severe injuries and complex needs.

Our case managers all have an average of 10 years’ case management experience

In 2013 Independence Works became a company limited by guarantee, run for the benefit of its members on a not-for-profit basis. It has directors who act in the role of trustees to ensure that the articles of association and membership terms are adhered to.

Members of Independence Works share a belief that occupational therapists make excellent case managers, due to the nature of their training, philosophy, and the professional roles that they occupy. Further information about both occupational therapy and case management are available here.

All the occupational therapists in the network maintain a varied portfolio of work which ensures that they retain professional independence and a familiarity with a broad range of working environments.

Current areas of practice within the network include:

Assessments and interventions within the National Health Service (NHS) and local authority social services or housing departments.
Occupational therapy and case management for private clients with a mix of insurer, claimant solicitor and joint referrals.
Condition management and case management within the Department of Work and Pensions.
Ergonomic and access assessments for employers and service providers.
Assessments and interventions for other services and charities.
Rehabilitation and vocational rehabilitation litigation reports.

Meet our business support team

Nikki Wile

Business Manager

Jane Dobre

Administrator

Our memberships and accreditations

Are you an OT working in independent practice with experience or an interest in vocational rehabilitation?

We welcome enquiries and applications from OT’s with the relevant experience from across the UK. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your expertise and be part of a collaborative network.

Founding Director

Kay Draper 1956 – 2016

Kay was one of the founding directors of Independence Works Limited. She was a much respected and highly skilled occupational therapist, an exceptional colleague and trusted friend.