FSRA’s Response to Recent Spike in Insurer’s Denials of Service Provider Travel Time
Written by Simrin Pardal Over the past few months, several service providers have noticed an increase in denials of expense claims for provider travel time as part of their treatment […]
Changes in the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule Coverage in Ontario
Written by Simrin Pardal In this edition of our Fall newsletter, we will be discussing significant changes to the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule (SABS) regime in Ontario. The Ontario government […]
Staying at Home: Considerations for Aging in Place
Written by Simrin Pardal What if your home could adapt to you as you age, instead of you adapting to a new place? The desire to age in place is […]
Staying Sharp: Cognitive Tools & Resources to Keep Older Adults Independent
Written by Simrin Pardal Every day, over 400 Canadians develop Dementia.1 Even more common is living with mild cognitive impairment, which can develop into Dementia. Issues with memory, language, attention, […]
The Ins and Outs of Spinal Cord Injuries
Written by Simrin Pardal The spinal cord contains a bundle of nerves and nerves fibers which send and receive signals from the brain. The spinal cord starts at the bottom […]
Patton v. Aviva Insurance Company of Canada
Written by Simrin Pardal In this edition of our Summer Newsletter, we will be discussing the case decision of Patton v. Aviva Insurance Company of Canada, 2025 CanLII 28487 (ONLAT) […]
Catching the Fall: There’s Technology for That
Written by Simrin Pardal You’re walking slower than you use to. You find that you lose your balance easily, and you can’t walk for quite as long as you use […]
The More Convenient Care Act
Written by Simrin Pardal Have you experienced long wait times while accessing health care services? Had trouble getting access to the specific care that you need? Or had to travel […]
Important Decision on Capacity and Dementia
Reviewing the Cormier V. Othen Case (2024 ONSC 4237), we will examine the topics of capacity assessment, the appointment of a litigation guardian …
The Role of In Home and Community Care Planning Services in Supporting Carers of Older Adults
Do you find yourself feeling “stretched thin”, exhausted, socially isolated, or guilty …
Burnout: An Occupational Hazard
Written by Daniel Leece, OT Reg. (Ont.) You’re working too hard. You’re burning the candle at both ends. You’re stuck in the office after 5 p.m. for the third day …
OT Safety Assessment and Fall Detection in the Elderly
Falls are a major health concern, specifically for the elderly. An Occupational Therapist (OT) comprehensive assessment …