We facilitate the evaluation of adaptive equipment while enhancing our clients’ functioning for daily living activities.

Our Occupational Therapy program specializes in helping our clients, especially seniors, to regain the ability to care for themselves in activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and grooming. The Occupational Therapist will design a home program that will allow the client to regain their abilities, and the program will be monitored and modified as conditions improve. Occupational services in Dallas, Texas, are a key part of how we deliver this support to our community.

We have very strict standards that our occupational therapists must adhere to. To be employed by our agency, we require the following:

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited Occupational Therapy curriculum.
Has a current license as an occupational therapist in the state of Texas.
Current CPR certification.
Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Functional areas of responsibility:

Performs occupational therapy assessments, diagnostic tests, skilled treatments, and ongoing evaluation of clients who are receiving services under a medically approved Plan of Care.
Provides assessment findings and goals to assist in developing the client care plan and obtain specific physician orders as needed.
Develops a treatment program and establishes goals for improved function.
Communicates plans and changes to the physician and the Nursing case manager, as well as other agency staff, through the care plan, written progress notes, and participation in care conferences.
Guides and instructs the client in prescribing therapeutic self-care and creative activities that are directed toward improving independence and physical and cognitive functioning.
Advises, consults, and teaches appropriate treatment procedures and supportive activities to clients, family members, and other agency staff members.
Designs and orders appropriate adaptive/assistive devices to promote optimal levels of functioning.
Instructs clients and their family members in the client-specific program.
Attends meetings and required educational programs.
Attends care conferences, initiates interdisciplinary referrals, and participates in care coordination as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ section provides answers to common questions about occupational therapy and its role in home-based care.

How does physical therapy improve mobility?

Physical therapy increases flexibility, muscle strength, and balance, all of which contribute to safer and more efficient movement in daily life.

What conditions benefit most from physical therapy?

It supports recovery from orthopedic injuries, neurological disorders, surgeries, strokes, and chronic conditions such as arthritis.

How soon can someone start physical therapy after a referral?

Most clients begin therapy within 48 hours after referral, allowing for a timely start to the recovery process.

Are home exercise programs part of the treatment plan?

Yes, each client receives a personalized exercise routine to continue progress outside of therapy sessions.

What is the role of the physical therapist during treatment?

The therapist evaluates the client’s needs, provides skilled interventions, tracks progress, and updates the care plan in collaboration with the healthcare team.

What kind of equipment is used in home physical therapy?

Basic tools such as resistance bands, light weights, and balance aids are often used depending on the client’s needs and safety.

Can physical therapy help manage long-term pain?

Yes, targeted techniques and movement strategies help reduce chronic pain and improve function over time.

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