Occupational Therapy and Aging in Place

What is a certified aging in place specialist?

• Someone who specializes in old people.

• A person that becomes certified in home modification for seniors.

• A contractor who only builds assisted living houses.

Which of the following are examples of home modifications to help a senior stay in their home as they age?

• Addition of grab bars in the bathroom.

• Installation of a walk-in shower and shower chair.

• Addition of strobe lights in the hallways.

• Removal of throw rugs in the kitchen.

What can an occupational profile identify for those who wish to age in place?

• Values and interests to guide modifications and accommodations.

• Medical history.

• What their favorite outdoor activity is.

• Everything that is wrong with them.

Which of the following are examples of adaptive equipment?

• Reacher

• Sock donner

• Tub bench

• Long handled knife

The home evaluation completed by the occupational therapist identified that the person has difficulty managing stairs, getting items out of the cabinets that are too high and drawers in the fridge that are too low. What kinds of suggestions would be appropriate for this person?

• Stair glide to the second floor, small ramp to get into their home, moving items to the height that they can reach and add storage as necessary.

• Stair glide to the entry-way of their home, ramp to the second floor, and move everything out of the cabinets onto the counter tops.

• Issue cane for them to use to manage stairs and move the fridge items up to the highest shelf inside.