The OT/CPM will then communicate with your family to ensure collaborations with regards to purchase and/or renting assistive devices, paid personal care and any issue related to a smooth discharge plan.

The Care Plan Managers will send a report to the client, and family physician with recommendations.

The following is an example of what can be done following the discharge:

• The client will receive a name and phone number of the provider to contact should any questions arise.
• Recommendations for home support will be discussed with the client and the family. These recommendations may include OT, PT, Rehab Therapy, Social Worker etc. Assistive Devices will be ordered or rented from vendors.
• They will also learn when and how often support will be provided and how the support will be monitored and reviewed.

The next step:

• Our Care Plan Managers will continue to visit you at your home to ensure all services are arranged.

The OT will make recommendations for assistive devices and for functional OT goals to return to optimal independence and reduced paid help or caregiver burnout. The OT will also make recommendations for other services needed such as PT, RT, SW etc.

The OT/CM will then communicate with your family to ensure collaborations with regards to purchase and/or renting assistive devices, paid personal care and any issue related to a smooth discharge plan.

The OT can address accessibility within the home and connect the family with a certified contractor.

The next step:

• The OT will provide OT services and care plan management to ensure a team approach.
• The OT will communicate with the client’s primary physician on a regular basis through written updates.

The result of this assessment can assist with determining areas of cognitive deficits and to plan interventions to remediate or compensate for these deficits, when the main long term goal is to help client return to Activities of Daily Living (ADL).

For people with Dementia, our OTs will be using several standardized tests specifically for Dementia, including:

The ABC Dementia scale, BSO-DOS, Cohen-Mansfield Agitation Inventory, Mini-Mental test and MoCA.

Next step:

Following the assessment and analyzing the results the OT will complete the following:

• Write a comprehensive cognitive assessment report that will be circulated to the client and their rehab team, and will be provided to the family, if requested, so that everyone is aware of the difficulties.
• Develop cognitive remediation activities to provide feedback to the client regarding their abilities and progress.
• Develop cognitive compensation strategies to assist the client to develop further independence by using some tools to eliminate cognitive mistakes For example, for individuals with impaired memory, the OT will set up alarms on the client’s cell phone to remind them of their appointments or when to ingest medications.
• Coordinate cognitive-behavioural goals, tools and strategies with the rehab team to ensure a team approach.

Any specialist risk, such as dementia, a limp, weakness, impaired ROM or neurological problems which might affect your ability to walk safely are considered.

Our therapist use standardised tests for speed of walking, walking and standing balance, time to get up and go, and others. They also observe you walk, transfers from sitting to standing etc., and performing other mobility tasks.

At the end of this assessment you would be recommended a mobility device for safety and will be provided with a list of vendors to get the device. We can assist in ordering the device and teaching you to use it safely and properly.

ADP is a program operated by the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care that provides support and funding for mobility equipment to Ontario residents who have long-term physical disabilities.

ADP Funding covers up to 75% of the cost for most equipment and supplies, and up to 100% for individuals with Ontario Disability Support Program coverage.

For these items, ADP is billed directly and you are responsible for paying 25% when purchasing the item.

Our Authorized Therapist (OTs and PTs) can assess your needs for a mobility device and fill up the form for government funding program which participates in the cost.

OTs assess the home environment for safety and provide suggestions for home modifications and assistive devices. We offer information and education on devices including wandering technology to improve safety.

Our OTs address cognitive decline such as in Dementia by offering the client and their family compensation strategies to eliminate confusion, memory problems, behavioural difficulties and caregiver burnout.

Our OTs can help with medication management, cognitive support, energy conservation and social engagement opportunities.

The primary goal is to enhance the overall independent function of seniors and promote a sense of autonomy. We also help the families in addressing safety of their loved ones and daily routine. We work with the PSW and educate them on behavioural management and strategies for care.

Gentle water exercises can improve cardiovascular fitness, benefiting heart health and overall stamina. This is especially important for seniors looking to maintain an active lifestyle.

Physiotherapists use a variety of exercises and techniques to enhance muscle function, joint flexibility, balance and to manage pain. They can help with the provision of mobility aids to promote independence with walking, transfers, stair management, carrying, lifting and other physical functions.

Social workers can assist seniors in accessing financial resources, including government benefits, housing assistance, and programs that can help cover the cost of medications and healthcare services.