Tag: aging in place
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Hidden Home Safety Risks Therapists Should Look For in Aging-in-Place Assessments
Discover the hidden home safety risks occupational therapists should notice during aging-in-place assessments, from lighting and scald hazards to outdoor dangers, maintenance issues, and emergency readiness.
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When the Clinic Can’t Come to Them: The Case for Low Vision Home Therapy Services
You have a client on your caseload with significant vision loss. They are 70 years old, retired, and mostly homebound. They missed their last two outpatient appointments — not because they didn’t want to come, but because getting there is genuinely hard. Their world has gotten smaller, and their risks have gotten bigger. This scenario…
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Bridging the Gap: What Recent Research Reveals About the Future of Home Modifications for Aging in Place
As occupational therapists, we know that home modifications can be transformative for our clients. But what does the latest research tell us about where we’re succeeding—and where we need to grow? A comprehensive systematic review published in March 2025 examined 20 studies on home modifications for aging in place, revealing both encouraging evidence and critical…