TRIO Blog // Occupational Therapy

After you or a loved one has experienced a stroke there is a sense of shock that is evident. Questions such as, will I walk again without an assistive device, will I be able to cook for myself, will I use the restroom alone, or  will...

Productive Aging and Independence As we age, there is a fear that we will become dependent on others. We are fiercely independent creatures and requiring assistance from others can make us feel invalid. Occupational therapists (OT’s) specialize in supporting a person’s ability to remain as independent...

What is Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive movement disorder due to damage at the nerve cells in the brain causing dopamine (a chemical in the brain) levels to drop. This drop leads to the symptoms seen in a person with PD. Some symptoms...