Patients and families are encouraged to identify and cope with these feelings through individual and group therapy sessions. They also work in planning the transition from hospital to home. In addition, speech-language pathologists also aid in swallowing problems. Occupational Therapists Occupational therapists challenge each patient to perform tasks of everyday living such as eating, dressing, meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning. Occupational therapists may also make a home visit to recommend any safety improvements or accessibility changes.
Therapists can also advise a patient on returning to work or resuming driving.
Therapeutic Activities Therapeutic activities include a therapeutic recreational specialist that works with other members of the rehabilitation team in meeting all the aspects of a patient's life. We work hard to help patients choose rewarding leisure activities which contribute to the achievement of overall therapeutic goals. Our staff works closely with the patient's family to develop decision-making responsibilities and to encourage and assist the patient in reaching those goals. The family is also instructed in patient care if the patient is to go home. Our dietitian provides the patient with special diets and counseling when ordered by the physician.