Therapy Services
Check the Saskatchewan Health Authority website or contact their offices to find out which therapies are available in our community.
1. Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy services support individuals of all ages who have physical, mental or cognitive problems related to injury, disease, or disability.
The goal of occupational therapy is to improve independence and participation in everyday activities.
Services include assessment, intervention, consultation, prevention and education, as well as health promotion services. Services may be provided in acute care, rehab and long-term care as well as community settings.
2. Physical Therapy
Physiotherapy services serve individuals of all ages, who have physical problems related to injury, disease, or disability. The goal of physical therapy is to improve mobility and independence.
Services include assessment, intervention, consultation, prevention and education, as well as health promotion services. Services may be provided in acute care, rehab, and long term care as well as community settings.
3. Speech and Language Pathology Services
Historically, speech and language pathology services have been provided to young children with communication disorders, and adults in rehab centers. More recently, the services have expanded in the larger centres to include services in acute care for individuals with neurological or surgical conditions.
The goal of speech and language pathology services is to improve communication by the most appropriate means, including augmentative communication. Services include assessment, intervention, consultation, prevention and education services.