How many times have you brushed your teeth without a second thought? Putting the toothpaste on the brush wasn’t a struggle–it was a smooth work of habit.

But what if you’ve had a stroke and are slowly regaining function back to part of your body? That “simple” task seems more challenging now. That’s why our in-home occupational therapy is here to help you. This is a part of our home health care services, and we’ll go into details about how they can provide assistance you need to perform everyday tasks.

“Our home health services help those who need access to short-term care, only they aren’t able to leave their homes,” said Jamie Simmons, RN, Senior Director of Home Health. “We take time to get to know our patients—and their families. We understand that successful occupational therapy takes a team. The key is centering our focus on customized, complete care.”

If you want to know more about our home health services, just contact us.

Now, let’s take a quick look at 7 ways our in-home occupational therapy helps you.

How In-Home Occupational Therapy Provides Assistance and Guidance

Let’s take the example above. A stroke can have debilitating effects. One of those effects is that you have more difficulty completing simple tasks. Occupational therapy is in-home health care that helps you regain the ability to do tasks of everyday living. In certain cases, occupational therapists may show you how to use assistive devices to complete daily activities like getting dressed, bathing and brushing your teeth.

What Does Occupational Therapy Do In-Home Health? 7 Ways It Benefits You

We’ve outlined 7 main ways that in-home occupational therapy can help you or someone you love.

1. In-Home Occupational Therapy Works in Real-Life Context

You won’t have to run imagined scenarios in a gym or rehabilitation center. Your occupational therapist will teach you how to complete these tasks in your own home. This enables us to integrate your therapy into everyday routines.

2. In-home Occupational Therapy Provides Convenience and Comfort

If you need occupational therapy (OT), it’s likely that it will be difficult for you to get to an outpatient therapy center—if you can at all. In-home OT means you don’t have to travel to a clinic to get help.

3. It Provides Greater Family Involvement

At 3HC, we treat you like family. That’s because, in so many ways, our patients are like family to us. That also means that we want to involve your loved ones in your recovery, as we can teach your family how to help you meet your goals—and even involve them in collaboration to set these milestones.

4. It Evaluates Your Home for Safety Hazards

Do you have a throw rug? Don’t be surprised if you have to throw it out. Items like these can be a tripping hazard. By assisting in your own home, we’ll be able to evaluate the environment and its accessibility. We can also suggest modifications and help implement any adaptive equipment.

5. Home Health Occupational Therapy  Focuses on Your Functional Skill Development

These are called ADLs—activities of daily living. We’ll work with you to improve your mobility and coordination in an environment that is familiar to you.

6. We Provide the Emotional Support You Need

Recovery and therapy are big steps. They require a lot of stamina –both physically and mentally. That’s why we work closely with you to provide the encouragement, emotional support and coping strategies you need—all from the comfort of a familiar, loving environment.

7. Home Health Occupational Therapy Provides Continuity of Care

You won’t have to worry about getting an appointment at an outpatient facility. In-home treatment means you can easily access care without any delays. It also enables us to closely monitor your progress and adjust treatment plans if needed.

Does Medicare Cover In-Home OT Treatment?

Medicare will cover the cost of in-home health care, however, there are some important criteria that must be met. In addition, Medicare changes from year to year. We recommend always speaking with a Medicare representative to be sure you have the latest information.

We discuss this topic in greater detail in our earlier blog: “Will Medicare Cover Home Health Care?”

3HC: Your Companion on Your Road to Recovery

Is there something that keeps you from going to outpatient therapy? Maybe you need specialized transportation to make even the shortest trips, or a serious medical condition keeps you from leaving home. If so, you can take advantage of our in-home OT.

But recovery is so much more than mere medicine. It involves a team approach, from your loved ones to our 3HC professionals. We know that emotional, as well as physical, support is vital for you to reach your therapeutic goals. This is why at 3HC, you’re considered a part of our family.

To learn more about our home health services, including occupational therapy, simply contact us.