Occupational Therapy - Manchester Healthcare Center

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 Occupational Therapy Services

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

Our recommendations may include:

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