Recommendations for Adaptive Equipment Advanced for Seniors- an adaptive device is any piece of equipment that can be used to help make daily activities easier to perform. This may include recommendations from bath benches to AAC devices.
Compensatory Skills Training- Techniques that focuses on learning a wide range of coping strategies, also known as “workarounds,” for dealing with various cognitive challenges such as: short-term memory problems
Ergonomics- Designing and arranging various items that people use so that the individual and items interact most efficiently and safely in multiple settings and environments.
Strategies to Increase Following Directions Advanced for Seniors is a part of everyday life. It is the ability to act on requests by others, an important daily life skill.
Focus on Prevention or Reduction of Impairments for Seniors- Actions that halt the progress and/or progression of a disability at its beginning stage and prevents complications.
Increasing attention to tasks – Losing focus or when faced with a challenging task, there are strategic strategies that can help increase attention span and improve overall task performance across all environments.
Short + Long Term Memory Skills Strengthening for Seniors –Memory may be affected by a stroke/dementia as Verbal memory of names, stories and information having to do with language. Visual memory of shapes, faces, routes and things seen. Informational memory of information and skills or trouble learning new facts.
Posture Awareness and Posturing Exercises for Seniors- Posture-related back pain is often caused by the strength-to-flexibility ratio between the opposing muscle groups all over your body that hold you upright. Achieving good posture requires technique.
Assist individuals in retaining or resuming their role in the work environment – The long-lasting effects of a post trauma injury can be complex and impact all aspects of the individual’s life. It is important to remember that the capabilities and limitations following a such an injury will vary greatly
Intervention plan to enhance work performance- A customized plan that will be designed by our team of therapists to enhance and optimize your work environment
Safe Physical Activities for Seniors- Helping individuals with Alzheimer’s/Dementia to attend everyday tasks and activities can boost mood and improve quality of life. Activities can also reduce common dementia behaviors, like agitation, repeated questions, and anger. This keeps them engaged and occupied as well as giving them a way to
Safely performing work tasks- Adjusting aspects of the environment to aid an individual with mobility, bending and performing expected daily functions in the work environment in a safe manner.
Safely performing work tasks- Adjusting aspects of the environment to aid an individual with mobility, bending and performing expected daily functions in the work environment in a safe manner.
Intervention plan to enhance work performance- A customized plan that will be designed by our team of therapists to enhance and optimize your work environment
Increase Endurance for Seniors- Increasing endurance through exercise is beneficial for individuals who have suffered a TBI. Exercise has been shown to help improve; emotional regulation/mood, memory, attention, strength, endurance, balance/coordination and flexibility.
Improve Flexibility and Endurance through Exercise and Strategies for Seniors Most people living with chronic pain can exercise safely and it can assist with pain management. In fact, being inactive can sometimes lead to a cycle of more pain and loss of function. Endurance, strength, balance and flexibility all have
Stretching Forms and Positioning for Seniors- Many individuals with chronic pain find stretching reduces pain and allows them to be able to do their daily activities, including work. A consistent stretching program can do wonders to increase range of motion and relieve stiffness, thus improving how you feel and look.
