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Rehabilitation measures to improve your well-being

Our occupational therapy services at North Carolina Personal Care Services focus on helping you regain your independence and ability to perform daily activities. Our team provides a variety of techniques and tools to help you adjust to the changes that involve your physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges. We assess your abilities, identify challenges, and develop a customized treatment plan to make daily tasks easier. Our goal is to maintain your independence and quality of life as soon as possible.

The following are the services we can offer, but are not limited to:

  • Functional evaluation and assessment
  • Education and instruction on activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs)
  • Home adaptation and modifications
  • Sensory integration therapy
  • Cognitive rehabilitation

Unique Benefits of Occupational Therapy at Home

  • Stay Independent Longer: By mastering personal tasks like bathing, dressing, or preparing meals, clients can remain in their homes and reduce reliance on others.
  • Boost Mental Wellness: Gaining control over daily life improves self-esteem, reduces anxiety, and encourages positive routines.
  • Prevent Falls and Injuries: Our therapists teach safe movement strategies and recommend adaptive tools to lower the risk of injury at home.
  • Faster Recovery After Hospitalization: Therapy started early at home bridges the gap between discharge and full independence, accelerating recovery time.

Common Tools and Techniques We Use

Occupational therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Depending on each client’s condition, our therapists may use:

  • Adaptive utensils and dressing aids
  • Cognitive games and memory tasks
  • Balance and strength training equipment
  • Fine motor skill activities like puzzles and art tools
  • Modified workstations or kitchen tools

Therapy Tailored to Real Life

Our sessions take place right where they matter most—in your home. By observing how clients navigate their own spaces, we can better personalize interventions and suggest realistic modifications to:

  • Rearrange furniture for mobility
  • Add grab bars, non-slip mats, or lift chairs
  • Streamline routines in the kitchen, bathroom, or bedroom

This approach ensures changes are practical and immediately helpful.

Involving Family and Caregivers

We believe progress happens faster when everyone is on the same page. That’s why we:

  • Train family members on supportive techniques
  • Offer tips for communicating with individuals experiencing cognitive decline
  • Create joint goals that include both client and caregiver needs

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly does an occupational therapist do?
An occupational therapist helps people improve their ability to perform daily activities after illness, injury, or disability. They use customized techniques to build physical, mental, and emotional skills.
When should someone consider occupational therapy?
If a person struggles with basic tasks like getting dressed, cooking, writing, or remembering steps, occupational therapy can help them relearn or adapt those skills.
How is occupational therapy different from physical therapy?
While physical therapy focuses on movement and strength, occupational therapy helps with fine motor skills and everyday activities like eating, grooming, and cognitive functions.
Can occupational therapy be done at home?
Yes, many occupational therapists provide in-home services, which allow for real-life practice with household tasks and home modifications.
What conditions benefit most from occupational therapy?
Stroke, arthritis, brain injuries, developmental disabilities, and neurological conditions like dementia or Parkinson’s often benefit from occupational therapy.

Get in Touch

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