Occupational Therapist
What they do
OTs assess how a person moves through and interacts with their home — identifying fall risks, mobility challenges, and daily-living barriers that aren't always visible to the untrained eye.
When to call them
When someone wants to stay in their home safely, or after a health event (fall, surgery, diagnosis) that changes how they move through their space.
Why this role matters
An OT's assessment is often the most important first step in an aging-in-place plan. They see things families miss, and they recommend solutions that are practical, not just theoretical.