LDOT Services Archives - LDOT - O.T.SERVICES INC.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT – Merger with Geronimo OT as of May 1, 2023

ldot Community, Geronimo OT, LDOT Services May 1, 2023May 1, 2023

LDOT and GOT – The Baton Has Been Passed…

Merger unites experienced professional Occupational Therapy team

“In business as in life, it is not what we leave behind that matters, it is what we pass on and
launch forward ….”

Lesya Dyk OT, Reg. ON and Julie Geronimo OT, Reg. ON, announce the merging of the clinical operations of Lesya Dyk OT Services with Geronimo OT effective May 1, 2023. This merger is the culmination of Lesya’s 25 years in her clinical practice Lesya Dyk OT Services Inc., and allows Lesya to concentrate on supporting Geronimo OT, as Julie expands her staff and her services.

Lesya and Julie have known each other for over 15 years, Lesya having hired Julie as she graduated from OT school in 2007. Julie’s skill and ambition could not be denied, and she started out on her own with Geronimo OT in 2015. During this time, Lesya and Julie kept in close contact, and supported each other’s Occupational Therapy practices

“This move was always a part of my succession plan – I had wanted to pass the baton to someone like Julie Geronimo”, stated Lesya Dyk. “Leaving the practice in the hands of a like-minded Occupational Therapist who would take on not only the files, but maintain the existing staff and contract therapists. And most of all, it was important that the same values I have as a practitioner are maintained”.

“I have worked with all the LDOT staff – so merging the clinical operations and taking on the staff allows me to expand the offerings of my practice without a significant period of transitioning” explained Julie Geronimo. “Lesya has developed a robust Functional Capacity and Vocational Assessment offering. Having Lesya’ s ongoing commitment to support this transition and have a role in the clinical part of the practice has made this decision easier to consider”.

All of LDOT clinical files will be assumed by Geronimo OT (Julie Geronimo) on May 1, 2023. There should be no change in clinical staff assigned. Julie will continue her work in providing leadership as she expands her practice. Lesya will continue to work with referral sources and provide support to transition the work done in the Auto Sector, Vocational and Medical Legal Assessments. Lesya will also support Geronimo OT at conferences and in new business development initiatives.

For further information, please contact:

Lesya Dyk
Phone: 905-481-1122 x211
Email: lesya@ldot.ca

Julie Geronimo
Phone: 289-759-1091
Email: julie@geronimo-ot.ca

Share This

Cambridge Brain Sciences (CBS) Assessment

ldot LDOT Services April 30, 2021May 2, 2021Cambridge Brain Sciences (CBS) Assessment, how can Occupational therapy help, mental health, occupational therapy, OT services 0 Comment

Cambridge Brain Sciences (CBS) uses the latest technology and scientific data to get better insights from modernized versions of classic tasks – they only take a few minutes each. CBS has developed endless test sets, so there is negligible “test learning” risk for a test-retest situation. And, important in our new virtual world, the link for the testing can be emailed to our clients, where they are provided step by step instructions and even tutorials allowing them to perform the tests without therapy staff being present in their home environment. OTs can use some or all of these cognitive screens to not only assess cognitive difficulties but to also monitor progress of treatment which is helpful to illustrate when requesting more funding for occupational therapy services.

Demo link

Sample Report

Brochure

Please call us directly at either of our two locations Hamilton: 905-481-1122 or Toronto/Woodbridge: 416-907-6287 so we can communicate with you about your goals.

Share This

Concussion Rehabilitation Program

ldot LDOT Services April 30, 2021May 2, 2021Concussion Rehabilitation Program, how can Occupational therapy help, mental health, occupational therapy 0 Comment

Based on literature and resources from Parkwood Hospital’s concussion program, this program is tailored to persons experiencing interruption of daily function due to post-concussion related symptoms. It facilitates a 10 week structured approach to managing energy aimed at preventing aggravated symptomology, which then allows the brain to heal, and function levels to increase. The program tracks activity and symptoms to determine when the level of activity can be increased safely while allowing the brain to heal.

Please call us directly at either of our two locations Hamilton: 905-481-1122 or Toronto/Woodbridge: 416-907-6287 so we can communicate with you about your goals.

Share This

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia

ldot LDOT Services April 30, 2021April 30, 2021sleep management, sleep routine, sleepless, trouble sleeping 0 Comment

Insomnia is the single most commonly reported health problem in adults, and is often related or co-exists with reports of depression and /or anxiety, Chronic pain, PTSD, and other disorders. What we also know, is the stress to fall asleep can mount over time.

Research shows that CBT-I improves sleep, well-being, anxiety, depression and inflammatory markers in those with depression and pain. Medication and CBT both have well-established research to support insomnia treatment but CBT has longer lasting effects.

Our CBT-I trained Occupational therapists will help you identify what may be interfering with your sleep drive, and help to establish a new healthy sleep routine.

Please call us directly at either of our two locations Hamilton: 905-481-1122 or Toronto/Woodbridge: 416-907-6287 so we can communicate with you about your goals.

Share This

On Track

ldot LDOT Services April 30, 2021community, occupational therapy, On track, OT services, resources, vocational assessment, working with the public, Youth services 0 Comment

OnTrack is a program designed to help youth who have experienced severe injury by providing access to a range of supportive personal and vocational services. The goal of this multi-disciplinary program is to support youth through key life experiences to help them get back “On Track” with their peers and achieve long-term success. Services include career and education planning, life skills coaching, and one-on-one support or academic tutoring. All services are coordinated to improve collaboration and seamless care outcomes.

Please call us directly at either of our two locations Hamilton: 905-481-1122 or Toronto/Woodbridge: 416-907-6287 so we can communicate with you about your goals.

Share This

Vocational Assessment

ldot LDOT Services April 30, 2021April 30, 2021assistive devices, be independent, get back to work, occupational therapy, vocational assessment, work place health 0 Comment

Client’s interests, education and experiences are assessed to determine transferable skills. Labour Market Research and/or additional education are all considered. Position tolerance, pain levels and ability to focus are examples of areas assessed to help determine the vocational fit.

Please call us directly at either of our two locations Hamilton: 905-481-1122 or Toronto/Woodbridge: 416-907-6287 so we can communicate with you about your goals.

Share This

Occupational Therapy Assistant Programming

ldot LDOT Services April 30, 2021April 30, 2021accessibility, Ageing in place, Aging in place, assistive devices, assistive equipment, community, keeping Elderly in their home, mobility aids, OT services, Staying in the home 0 Comment

Our Occupational Therapy Assistants (OTA) work alongside the client’s health care team to provide one on one treatment that is specifically designed for the individual. OTA program goals as described by the client and the rehab team with a client centered approach.

OTA Cognitive Compensatory Strategy Program

The OTA will take the time to understand strategies that best suit the client’s personality. Tools are suggested (using adult learning principles tailored to client’s strengths) and demonstrated to ensure effectiveness. OTA can help the client to predict barriers and develop strategies in advance. These programs vary from creating strategies for remembering appointments to new learning such as how to take public transportation. The program goals are directed by the client to include meaningful activity that promotes a positive outlook for the future.

OTA Community Integration

Often client’s present with a lack of motivation due to mood dysregulation or as a symptom of acquired brain injury. Many are fearful of re-injury or their inability to manage their limitations if they go on a community outing. Early OTA intervention can drastically reduce many psycho-emotional symptoms. Outings encourage re-integration into pre-MVA hobbies/interests, provide opportunity to problem solve areas of difficulty such as taking public transportation and to increase the client’s independence with ADL. Job coaching is also available for those with return to work goals.

OTA Gym/Pool Exercise Program

OTA specialized fitness trainers can develop a specific fitness program to meet client specific rehab needs. The program can be centered in a home gym or community gym/pool. Community based fitness programs can also be used in a community integration program as it introduces and promotes a healthy lifestyle post injury. Goals can include increased strength and activity tolerance; improved range of motion and endurance; pain management and mood regulation. Water is the perfect environment for clients experiencing high levels of pain due the body’s natural buoyancy in water which minimizes the harsh jolts the body experiences during regular exercise.

Please call us directly at either of our two locations Hamilton: 905-481-1122 or Toronto/Woodbridge: 416-907-6287 so we can communicate with you about your goals.

Share This

Work Site Assessment

ldot LDOT Services April 30, 2021April 30, 2021accessibility, assistive devices, assistive equipment, community, mobility aids, OT services, working with the public 0 Comment

Both physical tasks and non-physical/cognitive requirements are assessed when considering the position of work placement. These two elements are measured in order to establish return to work goals or determine whether the position remains to be fit for the client post-injury.

Please call us directly at either of our two locations Hamilton: 905-481-1122 or Toronto/Woodbridge: 416-907-6287 so we can communicate with you about your goals.

Share This

Occupational Therapy in the Home

ldot LDOT Services April 30, 2021April 30, 2021accessibility, Ageing in place, Aging in place, assistive equipment, community, elderly, Fall Prevention, first meeting, Home Modifications, keeping Elderly in their home, keeping parents in their home, working with the public 0 Comment

We work with the individual to determine the physical, cognitive and emotional impairments that affect the client`s function within the home. Recommendations can range from a few assistive devices to a complex program to help a person gain independence doing their normal activity of daily living.

Please call us directly at either of our two locations Hamilton: 905-481-1122 or Toronto/Woodbridge: 416-907-6287 so we can communicate with you about your goals.

Share This

Physical Functional Capacity Evaluation (pFCE)

ldot LDOT Services April 29, 2021May 28, 2021accessibility, assistive devices, functional capacity evaluation, occupational therapy, OT services 0 Comment

Following an injury, physical limitations may exist immediately or develop over time. Establishing the client’s safe maximum abilities once the benefits of physical rehabilitation have plateaued, an FCE is ideal for further planning and goal setting with respect to return to work, vocational exploration or other meaningful activities. (i.e. sitting tolerance, overhead reaching)

At a reduced combined cost, the Physical FCE can be combined with a Cognitive/Behavioural FCE to determine Global Functioning.

Please call us directly at either of our two locations Hamilton: 905-481-1122 or Toronto/Woodbridge: 416-907-6287 so we can communicate with you about your goals.

← Previous