Older people can benefit from moving to assisted living in many ways. Beyond assistance with tasks like housekeeping and personal hygiene, access to in-house therapy is crucial in many communities. However, there are many types of therapy for seniors. This post will explore in-house therapy services at assisted living and their benefits.
Assisted Living and In-House Therapy for Seniors
Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is a standard service in many assisted living centers. They might offer group therapy sessions or individual care. There are also various kinds of physical therapy depending on the needs of the individual. In general, physical therapy focuses on improving or maintaining the physical capabilities of seniors. It could feature programs to address strength, mobility, flexibility, endurance, or balance.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy in assisted living focuses on maintaining seniors’ independence in daily activities. It often works on motor skills and mobility to help seniors regain the ability to perform essential tasks. Occupational therapy might help with dressing, grooming, cleaning, and meal preparation. Beyond helping with motor skills and mobility, the therapy might also teach adaptive techniques. Adaptive techniques teach seniors new ways to perform tasks to compensate for disabilities.
Cognitive Therapies
Many people develop cognitive issues as they age. At its worst, a person might develop a condition like dementia. Even seniors without dementia can have trouble with memory, attention, and other cognitive skills. That’s why many senior care facilities offer various forms of cognitive therapy. The goal of these types of treatment is to exercise thinking skills. It might work on memory, attention, problem-solving, or other issues.
Speech Therapy
Speech therapy can be particularly beneficial for seniors. Communication issues are not uncommon among older people. Speech therapy can improve language skills and enhance comprehension. It can also work on writing, reading, and spoken language. Maintaining language skills can also help prevent cognitive decline. A less-known benefit of speech therapy is that it addresses swallowing disorders.
Activity Programs
Assisted living centers also have various activity programs that supplement therapy or serve as forms of treatment. For example, dance or senior yoga programs can build fitness and complement physical therapy. Game nights or arts and crafts can help with socialization and cognitive skills. Some communities also offer music therapy or gardening for seniors.
Having in-house therapy is highly beneficial to seniors in assisted living. Residents don’t need to leave the community to get the help they need, making the services more accessible and practical.
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