Adult Occupational Services
We believe in a client-centered approach that recognizes the unique strengths, goals, and preferences of each individual.
Our services are personalized to address a wide range of needs, including but not limited to:
Functional Mobility: Enhancing mobility and motor skills to facilitate greater independence in daily activities.
Self-Care Skills: Developing strategies to improve self-care tasks such as dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
Strengthening and Exercises: Implementing targeted strengthening exercises to improve muscle tone, endurance, and overall physical function.
Workplace Ergonomics: Creating ergonomic work environments and providing adaptive tools to promote comfort and productivity at work.
Sensory Integration: Addressing sensory processing challenges to support regulation and participation in daily life activities.
Social Participation: Building social skills and confidence to foster meaningful relationships and community engagement.Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) – dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, food preparation, self-feeding, and other tasks related to daily life or working.
Functional Cognition – the thinking and processing skills needed to accomplish complex everyday activities such as household & financial management, medication management, chores, volunteer activities, driving, and work.
Who benefits from OT?
Adults:
Adults recovering from injuries, surgeries, or illnesses, such as stroke, traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injury, or orthopedic conditions, may benefit from OT to regain independence in daily activities, mobility, and self-care skills.
Adults with chronic health conditions, such as arthritis, multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's disease, or chronic pain, may benefit from OT to manage symptoms, improve functional abilities, and enhance quality of life.
Adults with mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or schizophrenia, may benefit from OT to develop coping skills, improve social functioning, and engage in meaningful activities.
Older Adults:
Older adults experiencing age-related changes, such as decreased mobility, strength, balance, or cognitive function, may benefit from OT to maintain independence, prevent falls, and address challenges related to activities of daily living.
Older adults with dementia or Alzheimer's disease may benefit from OT to enhance safety, promote engagement in meaningful activities, and support caregivers in managing behavioral symptoms.
Individuals with Disabilities:
Individuals with physical disabilities, sensory impairments, or intellectual disabilities may benefit from OT to overcome barriers to participation in daily activities, maximize independence, and achieve personal goals.
Individuals with developmental disabilities transitioning to adulthood may benefit from OT to develop vocational skills, independent living skills, and social skills necessary for community integration and employment.
Individuals Requiring Rehabilitation:
Individuals recovering from accidents, surgeries, or medical procedures may benefit from OT as part of their rehabilitation process to regain function, adapt to physical or cognitive changes, and reintegrate into their daily routines and communities.
Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors:
Breast cancer patients undergoing treatment may experience physical limitations, pain, fatigue, and emotional distress that impact their ability to perform daily activities. Occupational therapists can provide interventions to manage symptoms, conserve energy, and maintain independence during treatment.
Occupational therapists can address upper extremity impairments, such as lymphedema and limited range of motion, through therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and lymphedema management techniques.
Occupational therapists can assist breast cancer survivors in regaining strength, flexibility, and function in the affected arm and shoulder through tailored exercise programs and activity modification.
Occupational therapists can provide education and training on adaptive strategies and assistive devices to help breast cancer survivors overcome functional challenges related to self-care, household tasks, and work-related activities.
Occupational therapists can offer emotional support, coping strategies, and stress management techniques to help breast cancer survivors navigate the physical, emotional, and psychosocial impacts of their diagnosis and treatment.
Occupational therapists can address concerns related to body image, sexuality, and intimacy through counseling, education, and referrals to appropriate support services.
Occupational therapists can collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to promote holistic care and support breast cancer survivors in achieving their goals for recovery, rehabilitation, and survivorship.
Overall, occupational therapy is a holistic and client-centered profession that aims to improve individuals' functional abilities, promote participation in meaningful activities, and enhance overall quality of life across the lifespan.
Occupational Therapy need is indicated following a diagnostic assessment by a physician. Frequency and duration of treatment is determined by the severity of the challenge/injury based upon diagnostic findings. If you think you or a loved one might benefit from occupational therapy, send us a message on our contact page to request an initial consultation.