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A lot of older adults prefer to live at home. However, they can only experience a higher quality of life if they remain independent. Although a lot of aging people enjoy a healthy, active lifestyle, interventions may sometimes be necessary, especially if seniors suddenly experience an injury or illness. For this case, occupational therapy is important to help older adults gain back their functioning and to take part the things they need or want to accomplish.
Occupational therapists perform home assessments to determine where home modifications can be made to make home safe for seniors. They also educate and work with caregivers to ensure they balance their own lives and care giving roles as they offer care. Below are the main benefits of occupational therapy for seniors:
Helps them Overcome Daily Challenges
A lot of seniors may no longer be able to button their shirts, prepare their meals, or maintain their homes. Occupational therapy helps them in compensating difficulties by coming up with some techniques. The therapist may teach them how to consider the activity in a different way or how to break down activities into smaller ones to make them more manageable.
Helps with Home Modifications
Occupational therapists from Comfort Care Nursing Registry,LLc Care look at their patients’ houses layout to know how they will move around the house daily. They will recommend modifications such as installing grab bars, using slip-resistant flooring in bathrooms, or getting a bathtub seat to make everyday activities safer. Modifications in their patients’ homes help in preventing falls and instilling confidence as patients perform daily tasks.