Why consult an Occupational Therapist?

  Why is it important to consult an occupational therapist to perform a home safety/falls prevention assessment? Occupational Therapists are University educated health care professionals qualified to perform home safety assessments. Occupational Therapists are the health care professionals consulted by Continue reading

6 Warning Signs of Falls – Are you at Risk?

WARNING SIGNS*: Previous Falls: one fall in the last 6 month Fear of Falling: afraid you will fall Medications/Drugs: using sedatives, fluid pills, recreational drugs, blood pressure pills or more than 4 medications Balance and Mobility: any problems with balance Continue reading

Occupational Therapy – Tax deductible

Occupational Therapists are experts, recognized by government and consumers for evaluating and promoting performance in daily activities. The Canada Revenue Agency recognizes occupational Therapy as a tax-deductible medical expense The Canada Revenue Agency allows occupational therapists to authorize disability tax Continue reading