Occupational Therapy

Helping you regain independence in daily activities

Occupational therapist assisting elderly patient with walker

Occupational Therapy at Manchester

Our occupational therapy program focuses on helping residents perform activities of daily living (ADLs) with greater independence and safety. Our therapists assess each resident's abilities and develop personalized plans to improve function in everyday tasks.

Whether recovering from a stroke, managing arthritis, or adapting to cognitive changes, our occupational therapists provide the training, tools, and techniques needed to enhance quality of life and promote maximum independence.

Our Approach:

  • Personalized assessment and intervention plans
  • Focus on meaningful daily activities
  • Adaptive equipment training
  • Environmental modifications for safety

Our Occupational Therapy Services

Comprehensive occupational therapy interventions tailored to your specific needs

Daily Living Skills Training

We help residents develop or regain skills needed for independent living, including self-care activities and home management tasks.

  • Bathing and personal hygiene techniques
  • Dressing strategies and adaptive clothing
  • Safe meal preparation and feeding techniques
  • Medication management strategies

Adaptive Equipment and Techniques

Our therapists recommend and provide training on specialized tools and techniques to improve independence and safety during daily activities.

  • Dressing aids (button hooks, sock aids, reachers)
  • Adaptive utensils and kitchen tools
  • Bathroom safety equipment
  • Writing and communication aids

Fine Motor Skills Development

We provide exercises and activities to improve hand dexterity, coordination, and fine motor control needed for various daily tasks.

  • Hand strengthening exercises
  • Coordination and precision activities
  • Writing and drawing exercises
  • Therapeutic crafts and activities

Cognitive Rehabilitation

We address cognitive challenges through exercises and strategies to improve memory, attention, problem-solving, and other cognitive skills.

  • Memory enhancement techniques
  • Attention training exercises
  • Organizational strategies
  • Visual processing and perception activities

Home Safety Evaluations

Our occupational therapists conduct thorough home safety evaluations to identify potential hazards and recommend modifications that can improve safety and accessibility.

  • Installation of grab bars and handrails
  • Removal of trip hazards
  • Improved lighting solutions
  • Bathroom safety modifications

Senior-friendly Home Environment

These evaluations are particularly valuable for residents planning to return home after a stay at our facility.

  • Installation of grab bars and handrails
  • Removal of trip hazards
  • Improved lighting solutions
  • Bathroom safety modifications
  • Kitchen adaptations for ease of use
  • Furniture arrangement for optimal accessibility

Activities of Daily Living We Focus On

Bathing & Personal Hygiene
Dressing & Grooming
Feeding & Eating
Mobility & Transfers
Medication Management
Home Management
Functional Mobility
Fine Motor Skills
Cognitive Strategies

Ready to Improve Your Daily Living Skills?

Our occupational therapy team is ready to help you regain independence and improve your quality of life. Contact us today to schedule your evaluation.