tOTal ability

Fact Sheet:  occupational therapy at tOTal ability-

The 5+ “Wh?” answered.

Who?  Clients:  A tOTal ability occupational therapist will help to solve the problems that interfere with your (child’s, employee’s, parent’s) ability to do the things that are important to you.   An OT can also help prevent a problem or minimize its effects. When an injury, illness, disability, disease or other problem limits your ability to take care of yourself, participate in paid or unpaid work, learn at school, enjoy your leisure time (play, hobbies, sports) then a tOTal ability OT can help.  Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists & World Federation of Occupational Therapists.  

Who? Our team: Owner: Christel K. A. Seeberger BSc.O.T., OTR, OTReg.(NB); Alexa Gauthier BSc.O.T., OTReg.(NB); Amy N. Wear M.Cl.Sc.OT, OTReg.(NB); April Lambert BSc.O.T., OTReg.(NB); Lisa Flewelling BSc.O.T., OTReg.(NB); Dawn Price BSc.O.T., OT Reg.(NB); Julia Halford BSc.O.T., OT Reg.(NB); Tanya Browne BSc.O.T., OT Reg.(NB),  Chelsea Mason, MSc.O.T., OT Reg.(NB); Stephanie Weir BSc.O.T., OT Reg.(NB); Special Projects Coordinator: Jennifer Bickford; and Clinic Assistant: Jill Bonham BA, Dip. SSW.  Our Multi-Disciplinary Clinic associates include a paediatric physiotherapist, adapted clothing/equipment supplier, medical testing company.

 What? 

The occupational therapist will

1.       Enter/initiate therapy when requested by ANYONE; the client, parent, health care professional, teacher, etc.  A physician’s prescription is not required, but may be requested by insurance for reimbursement. 2.       Set the stage by interviewing  & observing for a consultation appointment of about 1 hour 3.       Assess/evaluate at our clinic, your home, school, daycare, residence, or workplace. 4.       Agree on objectives and treatment plan; we provide a written plan that includes estimated costs. 5.       Implement the plan as agreed upon with therapy at any necessary location 6.       Monitor/ modify the plan by appraising progress and communicating with you and everyone on your team. 7.       Evaluate the outcome by re-assessment. 8.       Conclude/exit treatment when goals are achieved & occupational performance & engagement has improved. 

When?  Daytime appointments are available, evening and weekend appointments upon request. 

Where?  Our multi-disciplinary clinic is at 156 Westmorland Road, Suite 302, Saint John, New Brunswick. The building is wheelchair accessible. We provide off-site services Saint John-Fredericton-Moncton-St. Stephen and beyond upon request. Per kilometre rate and travel time fees apply.

Why? The primary goal of occupational therapy is to enable people to participate in the occupations which give meaning and purpose to their lives.  We can help your child learn & improve handwriting; cope with sensory processing challenges; master self-care skills; attend, concentrate & learn at school; improve coordination & motor skills.  We can help workplaces make workspaces accessible; ensure workstations are ergonomic;  educate employees about health; help an employee return to work after injury or illness;  establish job duties to assess when hiring new workers; conduct safety assessments to reduce workplace injury; teach employees how to protect their back at work.  We can help seniors remain safe and independent in their home; choose the right assistive device; obtain the appropriate wheelchair, scooter or power wheelchair. 

How?  Call 506. 652.5353 or 1.877.784.5353; contact us to book an initial appointment today.  Occupational therapy may be a benefit of extended health care, motor vehicle accident or disability insurance.  Occupational therapy is a tax deductible medical expense per Canada Revenue Agency