Lighthouse Occupational Therapy

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What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy (OT) is a type of health care that helps to solve the problems that interfere with a person’s ability to do the things that are important to them – everyday things like: self-care, productivity, and leisure. Occupational Therapy can help kids with various needs improve their cognitive, physical, sensory, and motor skills and enhance their self-esteem and sense of accomplishment. In addition, Occupational Therapists will determine if there are environmental factors that are limiting an individual’s ability to be successful.

What type of services are available?

Assessment, treatment, consultation, and education services are available.

How much do Occupational Therapy services at Lighthouse cost?

Please refer to the Fee Schedule.

Are Occupational Therapy services covered by OHIP?

No, OHIP does not cover private Occupational Therapy services. Alternative options for funding may be available through your insurance company, community agencies, and grants from charitable funding sources.

Can my insurance plan be billed directly?

No. Fees are due at the time of service. Cash, cheque and e-transfer are all accepted. You will be provided with a receipt that you can submit to your insurance company.

Do I need a referral to access Occupational Therapy services?

No, you don’t require a referral to access Occupational Therapy. However - you may require the referral for insurance coverage. Please check with your insurance company for details.

Will my Occupational Therapist share information with others?

Only with your informed consent can an Occupational Therapist share assessment results and reports with other professionals or schools. Please keep in mind that working collaboratively with members of the team can facilitate and enhance the process of reaching your goals.

Can an Occupational Therapist make a diagnosis?

No – making a diagnosis, of any kind, is outside the realm of an Occupational Therapist’s mandate. Occupational Therapists can identify areas that are difficult for an individual, and with consent, share them with your physician.

Is Lighthouse Occupational Therapy in a clinic?

Lighthouse Occupational Therapy services are provided in the community - your home, schools, community agencies, businesses. That means assessment and treatment is completed in your everyday environment!

What is a sensory diet?

A “sensory diet” is a recommended schedule of personalized sensory strategies to assist with an individual’s ability to stay focused and organized throughout the day. An Occupational Therapist can help identify the strategies that will be the most beneficial, and how to optimize their effect during the day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Occupational Therapy?

What type of services are available?

How much do Occupational Therapy services at Lighthouse cost?

Are Occupational Therapy services covered by OHIP?

Can my insurance plan be billed directly?

Do I need a referral to access Occupational Therapy services?

Will my Occupational Therapist share information with others?

Can an Occupational Therapist make a diagnosis?

Is Lighthouse Occupational Therapy in a clinic?

What is a sensory diet?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Occupational Therapy?

What type of services are available?

How much do Occupational Therapy services at Lighthouse cost?

Are Occupational Therapy services covered by OHIP?

Can my insurance plan be billed directly?

Do I need a referral to access Occupational Therapy services?

Will my Occupational Therapist share information with others?

Can an Occupational Therapist make a diagnosis?

Is Lighthouse Occupational Therapy in a clinic?

What is a sensory diet?

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