Tag: aging well
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Loneliness, Falls, and Aging Well: Why Purpose Matters at Home
I recently read a LinkedIn post that stayed with me. The writer shared that she used to think being a good granddaughter meant showing up consistently, checking in, and being present. But over time, she realized something deeper: her grandmother had company, but not necessarily purpose. No one needed her help. No one asked her…
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Fall Prevention Month: A Practice-Building Opportunity for Home Modification OTs
September is more than a seasonal reminder to talk about falls. For occupational therapists specializing in home modifications, aging in place, and home safety, it is an opportunity to educate the public, strengthen referral relationships, and clarify the clinical value we bring when fall risk intersects with daily life at home. Every September, fall prevention…