occupational therapy

"Medicine adds days to life. Occupational therapy adds life to days."

occupational therapist in Airdrie
OT in Airdrie
FSCD funding
parent coaching
special needs

assessments

Services catered to babies, children, and adults.

Assessments:

fine & gross motor
sensory processing
play
feeding & toileting
printing
tricky behaviour
executive functioning
preschool & elementary support (PUF & MM)
FSCD

parent coaching
free consultation
occupational therapy

what occupational therapists do:

Occupational therapists help individuals of all ages to participate in meaningful activities by addressing challenges, adapting tasks, or modifying environments to promote independence and well-being.

Occupational therapists assess and support individuals in three main areas:

Self-care
Productivity
Leisure

occupational therapy
motor skills
sensory skills
assessment & diagnosis

neurodiversity in children & adults

Our Occupational Therapist has experience with supporting parents and children who are neurodiverse, and those who are on the autism spectrum.

Receive support from our Occupational Therapist to answer questions about development, concerns that you are facing with behaviour, functional issues, 1:1 therapy sessions, and parent coaching.

Fun Facts about Occupational Therapy:

Did you know occupational therapy helps astronauts train for space?

An occupational therapist can help with strength training, coordination, and mobility - you do not need to be an astronaut to book in!

Occupational Therapists can help you learn to drive with adaptive equipment!

Do you need or use an assistive device? Occupational therapists can help with home/work modifications, and mobility aids.

Occupational therapy isn't just about work - an occupational therapist can help you get back to enjoying the hobbies you love!

Return to the gym, the sport, and activities you love. Occupational Therapy can help with injury prevention, fine and gross motor skills, and sensory processing.

Who can benefit from Occupational Therapy?

Children & youth - developmental delays, sensory challenges, autism and ADHD
Adults - injuries, chronic pain, mental health, neurological conditions
Seniors - mobility challenges, dementia, fall prevention, aging support
Individuals with disabilities - physical, mental, cognitive, and sensory impairments
Specialized populations - veterans, athletes, first responders, and palliative care

What can I expect?

Initial assessment - Understanding the client's needs and goals
Personalized treatment plan - Strategies and interventions tailored to each client
Therapy sessions - Working together to build skills and independence
Progress & adjustments - Adapting the plan as needed

Kindergarten/Grade-school Readiness Program - Group Sessions

led by occupational therapist Erin Valiquette

Suited to children registered to start school in Sept 2025

210

Providing a developmentally supportive and engaging environment where

children can practice and strengthen essential school readiness skills. Through play-

based and structured activities, the group will focus on areas such as fine motor

development (e.g., cutting, printing, pencil grasp), social skills (e.g., turn-taking,