Physical Therapy for Aging in Place


Mobile Rehab provides in-home physical therapy for aging in place. Our experienced physical therapists create personalized treatment plans, tailored to the specific needs and abilities of the patient.

What is Aging In Place?


Aging in place refers to the ability of older adults to live independently and comfortably in their own homes or communities as they age, rather than having to move to a nursing home or assisted living facility. Basically, it involves creating an environment that supports physical and mental health, mobility, and safety, and enables older adults to continue to engage in activities that they enjoy and to maintain social connections. This may involve making modifications to the home, such as installing grab bars and handrails, improving lighting, and creating an accessible bathroom, as well as ensuring access to health care and other services. Mobile Rehab makes it easy and convenient to get exceptional, personalized physical therapy for aging in place in the convenience of the patient’s home. Chiefly, we provide 1 on 1 rehab and see patients for an hour per treatment as appropriate. Mobile Rehab helps seniors age in place to help them maintain their independence and quality of life as they age.

What do you need to Age in Place?


Aging in place requires a supportive and safe environment that meets the physical, social, and emotional needs of the individual. Here are some things that can help support aging in place:
  1. Accessibility: A home that is designed to be accessible can help reduce the risk of falls and other accidents. This can include things like grab bars in bathrooms, wheelchair ramps, and wider doorways.
  2. Home modifications: Depending on an individual's needs, modifications to the home may be necessary. This can include installing a walk-in bathtub or shower, lowering countertops, and adding handrails or lifts.
  3. Social support: Social connections can be critical to aging in place. This can include family, friends, or community groups that provide social support, companionship, and assistance with daily tasks.
  4. Technology: Technology can be an important tool for aging in place. Smart home devices, medical alert systems, and communication tools can help individuals stay connected and safe.
  5. Healthcare: Additionally, access to healthcare services, including in-home care, can help individuals manage chronic conditions and maintain their independence.
Overall, aging in place requires a combination of physical, emotional, and social support to help individuals remain safe, healthy, and connected to their communities.
Source: AARP

Can Mobile Rehab Provide Physical Therapy for Aging in Place?


Mobile Rehab can help people age in place in many ways, including:
  1. Firstly, we remove the barriers to accessing physical therapy. With in-home physical therapy there is no need to schedule transportation.
  2. Significantly, therapy can focus on functional, real-world issues that the patient deals with in their home. 
  3. Therapy is delivered 1 on 1 by a licensed, experienced physical therapist without the distractions of the clinic setting or the use of assistants or aids.
  4. Home safety evaluations can be completed in conjunction with ongoing therapy to provide the most useful insights and ensure the patient is able to adapt to any modification made.
  5. Finally, we can help coordinate and suggest other services that might be helpful based on the patient’s needs. Half the challenge to aging in place is just knowing about what services are available!

Mobile Rehab provides in-home, physical therapy for seniors aging in place.

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