What does an occupational therapist do for seniors?

An OT helps older adults stay independent and safe at home. They assess how someone manages daily tasks, spot hazards, and recommend equipment, home changes, and techniques, from a bathroom setup to a safer way to get out of a chair.

How much does occupational therapy cost in Canada?

Private OT is usually billed by the hour for assessments and home visits, with the initial assessment the largest cost. It may be covered by extended health insurance or arranged through the health system after a hospital discharge.

What is the difference between occupational therapy and physiotherapy?

Physiotherapy focuses on the body: strength, balance, movement, and pain. Occupational therapy focuses on daily function and the environment: adapting tasks and the home so a person can do them safely. Many seniors benefit from both together.

Can an occupational therapist assess the home?

Yes, and it is one of their most useful services. An in-home assessment catches fall risks a checklist can miss and recommends the exact equipment and changes for that home and that person. Some are funded after a hospital stay.

How do I find an occupational therapist for a senior?

Look for experience with older adults and home assessments, confirm provincial registration, and ask whether they do home visits. Compare OTs below by Confidence Score and reviews, or ask an advisor to help you find one.

Health & Therapy

Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapists help seniors stay safe and independent in daily life, recommending home modifications, assistive devices, and practical strategies for dressing, cooking, and moving around the home.

We list 61 occupational therapists across Canada, averaging 4.9 stars across 3,466 Google reviews. Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, the strongest right now are Health Bound Health Network East York, Cowie Hill Physiotherapy - pt Health and Lifemark Physiotherapy Wortley Village.

Occupational Therapy for seniors: what to know

Occupational therapy helps a senior keep doing the everyday things that matter, safely: getting in and out of the bath, dressing, cooking, and moving around the home. An occupational therapist (OT) looks at the person and their environment together, then recommends adaptations, equipment, and techniques.

The most valuable OT service for many families is an in-home safety assessment, which pinpoints fall risks and the right equipment (grab bars, a raised toilet, a stair rail) room by room. Some OT is covered by insurance or arranged after a hospital stay; much is private-pay. Compare OTs below, and see our home safety audit for a first look you can do yourself.

How much does occupational therapy cost?

$100–$200 per hour privately for assessments and home visits, sometimes covered by insurance or after a hospital stay

What moves the price: Assessment scope, travel for home visits, and whether equipment and follow-up are included. Figures are typical Canadian ranges for general guidance.

What to look for

A registered occupational therapist (OT) experienced with seniors and home safety
A home assessment with specific, prioritized recommendations
Help sourcing and funding any recommended equipment

Find occupational therapists in your city

Pick your city to compare local occupational therapists, each with a Confidence Score, Google rating, and recent reviews.

Top-rated occupational therapists

4.8 average rating3,466 Google reviewsacross 61 occupational therapists

Health Bound Health Network East York

Toronto, ON909 Pape Ave Ste 1, East York, ON M4K 3V1

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4.9(79 reviews)

Confidence ScoreGood confidence

The clinic treats many conditions common in older adults, including arthritis, frozen shoulder, knee pain, lower back pain, post-surgery recovery, and plantar fasciitis. They offer...

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Cowie Hill Physiotherapy - pt Health

Halifax, NS15 Shoreham Ln, Halifax, NS B3P 1K4

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4.9(74 reviews)

Confidence ScoreGood confidence

Serves seniors with stroke rehabilitation, functional testing and occupational therapy including home visits and equipment prescription. The occupational therapist,...

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Lifemark Physiotherapy Wortley Village

London, ON190 Wortley Rd #207, London, ON N6C 4Y7

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4.8(314 reviews)

Confidence ScoreGood confidence

Wortley Village is a full-service rehabilitation clinic that specializes in care for seniors managing arthritis, balance issues, mobility challenges and neurological conditions...

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Funding & insurance

OT assessments may be covered by private insurance, veterans' benefits, or hospital programs. Some provincial assistive-device programs help pay for recommended equipment when an OT prescribes it.

Frequently asked questions

What does an occupational therapist do for seniors?: An OT helps older adults stay independent and safe at home. They assess how someone manages daily tasks, spot hazards, and recommend equipment, home changes, and techniques, from a bathroom setup to a safer way to get out of a chair.
How much does occupational therapy cost in Canada?: Private OT is usually billed by the hour for assessments and home visits, with the initial assessment the largest cost. It may be covered by extended health insurance or arranged through the health system after a hospital discharge.
What is the difference between occupational therapy and physiotherapy?: Physiotherapy focuses on the body: strength, balance, movement, and pain. Occupational therapy focuses on daily function and the environment: adapting tasks and the home so a person can do them safely. Many seniors benefit from both together.
Can an occupational therapist assess the home?: Yes, and it is one of their most useful services. An in-home assessment catches fall risks a checklist can miss and recommends the exact equipment and changes for that home and that person. Some are funded after a hospital stay.
How do I find an occupational therapist for a senior?: Look for experience with older adults and home assessments, confirm provincial registration, and ask whether they do home visits. Compare OTs below by Confidence Score and reviews, or ask an advisor to help you find one.

How we rank occupational therapists

3,466

Google reviews

Ratings and reviews come straight from Google, from real clients across these 58 occupational therapists, never written by us.

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SCP Confidence Score

Our trust rating decides the order in every list, recomputed as listings are verified and updated.

How occupational therapists are rated

Google star ratings across 58 occupational therapists.

4.5 and up54
4.0 to 4.43
3.5 to 3.91
Under 3.50

Confidence Score range

How the 61 occupational therapists fall across our trust tiers.

High0 communities
Good22 communities
Developing36 communities
Limited3 communities

What families are saying

A 4.9 star average across 3,466 Google reviews of 58 occupational therapists. Here is a sample, straight from clients and families.

“I had a very good first experience at the clinic. Everyone was friendly and professional. I liked the professionalism of Samuel during his evaluation and treatment. I will definitely go back”

Anna Dedeyan on Clinique de Physiothérapie PosturoPlus Gouin

“Luxshmee has evaluated me for my shoulder and she was excellent. She made me feel better right after the first session. She also gave me some exercises to do at home and i am looking forward to my next appointment with her. I highly...”

Sheline M on PHYSIOVERSAL

“Laura and Lifemark have been incredibly generous supporters of our women’s soccer team. Two years ago, and again this season, their donations helped us purchase our team uniforms, and we are truly grateful for their continued support....”

Laura Paturel on Lifemark Physiotherapy Wortley Village

“My name is Moise Bagunda, and I am a patient at the Mailloux Clinic. 1900 Mailloux Ave., Suite 150. Three months ago, I had the privilege of meeting a physiotherapist named Britany Harvey, who is extremely experienced in her field. I am...”

Moise Bagunda on Axo Physio Mailloux

“I saw Paula Anderson for pelvic floor physiotherapy...she was great...she provided me with tons of resources for self-care going forward including some that incorporated the mind-body connection. My hip pain and feeling of pelvic...”

Wendy Tuchelt on Lifemark 8th Street

“Highly recommend Sam and the team at Lifemark Bayers Road! Sam is very professional, skilled, and genuinely cares about his clients. He is the best massage therapist I’ve ever had and could not recommend him more. Steve has also been...”

Lauren Chisholm on Lifemark Bayers Road