Occupational therapy in Ottawa is easy to find close to home, whether your parent lives near The Ottawa Hospital's Civic and General campuses, out in Kanata or Barrhaven, or across the river toward Orléans. Many therapists work in clinics, and plenty will come to the house to assess stairs, bathrooms, and daily routines where they actually matter.
Ottawa has 5 occupational therapists on Senior Care Path, averaging 4.7 stars across 47 Google reviews. Ranked by our SCP Confidence Score, our 100-point trust rating, the strongest right now are Modern OT Occupational Therapy Services, Aspire Health and CommuniCare 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.
Below you will find every provider ranked by Confidence Score, real reviews, what these services cost and how to fund them, what to look for, and local guidance, so you can compare with clarity and reach out when you are ready. Updated October 2026.
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Ottawa, ON2705 Queensview Dr Suite 101, Ottawa, ON K2B 8K2
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4.6(9 reviews)
In helping seniors adapt to age-related changes affecting mobility, memory, self-care, and independence. They offer home safety assessments to reduce fall risk,...
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Ottawa, ON1145 Hunt Club Rd Suite 600, Ottawa, ON K1V 0Y3
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5.0(10 reviews)
They explicitly mention experience helping people learning to cope with the challenges of aging, and work with clients recovering from illness or injury and managing chronic conditions,...
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Ottawa, ONK1B 0B1, Canada, Ontario, Ottawa, Lancaster Rd, suite 202
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5.0(3 reviews)
Therapy can happen at home, at work or at the clinic, which suits seniors recovering from surgery or working on balance, mobility, swallowing or home safety. Services are offered in English...
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Ottawa, ON343 Preston St 11th Floor, Ottawa, ON K1S 1N4
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4.3(6 reviews)
CARE specializes in occupational therapy for adults and older adults, with extensive experience addressing changes in function following injury, diagnosis, or shifts in physical,...
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Ottawa, ON1676 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1V 7Y6
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4.4(19 reviews)
Comprehensive therapy and rehabilitation services tailored for older adults, with a dedicated seniors programme. They provide occupational therapy...
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Local occupational therapists from public business listings, scored on public Google signals. Senior Care Path hasn't independently vetted every one, so always confirm credentials, registration, and fit before booking.
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How the 5 Ottawa occupational therapists fall across our trust tiers.
Typical 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.
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.
A 4.7 star average across 47 Google reviews of 5 occupational therapists. Here is a sample, straight from clients and families.
“I had a wonderful experience overall with this place. From the moment I walked in, the staff were welcoming, professional, and genuine. They took the time to understand my needs after my accident and designed a treatment plan that actually...”
“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I am deeply grateful to the entire Aspire Health team for the outstanding care I received. A special thank you to Dr. J. Whitcomb Pollock, MD, for his exceptional skill in repairing my rotator cuff tear.👍👍👍👍👍💝💐 I would also...”
“I am a retired police officer who had to leave the force due Complex PTSD. I took a medical retirement in 2019. I struggled with pretty much everything due to my mental health. My family and marriage were affected. I had no hobbies, social...”
“Best OT clinic we have worked with! M|CARE therapists knew exactly how to help my child after years of trying with other providers. Highest praise for their care and attention! We will be eternally greateful for their help!”
“I have used CommuniCare three times within the past 7 years ( ASR on the left hip, total hip / knee replacement and a fractured femur ) and have been very satisfied with all their physio therapist's. All three have been very knowledgeable...”
Drawn from the details each provider publishes, a quick read on what is common locally and what sets a provider apart.
Share of the 3 occupational therapists that publish this detail.
Ottawa's senior population is spread across very different neighbourhoods, from the walkable streets of the Glebe and Old Ottawa South to the sprawling suburban communities of Barrhaven, Orleans, and Kanata. That geography matters when you're choosing an occupational therapist (OT) for an older parent. A clinic near The Ottawa Hospital or Bruyère is convenient for families in the city's core, but if your parent lives in the east end or the west suburbs, a therapist who does home visits is almost always the better call. Home visits let the OT see the actual space, the actual stairs, the actual bathroom. A clinic assessment is useful, but it asks your parent to perform in an unfamiliar room, and the recommendations can miss what a home visit catches immediately.
Our strong recommendation: prioritize OTs who offer in-home assessments, especially if your parent is living independently and the goal is preventing a fall or planning for aging in place. Yes, home visits can mean a longer wait for an initial appointment than walking into a clinic. That trade-off is worth accepting. The insights from a home environment assessment, including recommendations for grab bars, ramp access, kitchen modifications, or adaptive equipment, are far more actionable than a generic report written from a clinic chair.
When you review profiles, look for OTs who list geriatrics, aging in place, or home modification as a focus area. General OT training is solid, but senior-specific experience means the therapist already knows the common challenges, from post-stroke recovery to cognitive changes that affect daily safety. Ask whether they coordinate with other services your parent may already use, such as physiotherapy for mobility or podiatry and foot care for balance concerns. Connecting those dots early saves your family a lot of back-and-forth later. If legal or financial decisions are coming, an OT's capacity assessment can also support elder law or estate planning conversations.
Ottawa also has a mix of publicly funded and private OT services. Hospital-based OT through The Ottawa Hospital or Bruyère is available to eligible patients but typically follows a referral and may involve a waitlist. Private OTs can often be reached more quickly and can work independently of a hospital episode. Many private insurers and employee benefit plans cover OT; check your parent's coverage before assuming it's fully out of pocket.
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