Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy Services for Care Homes in Gloucestershire

PHYSIOTHERAPY & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY FOR CARE HOMES IN GLOUCESTERSHIRE ASSISTING RESIDENTS & STAFF

The fundamental basis upon which Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy are founded is a simple one. Occupation – that is the day-to-day tasks, routines, roles, and activities that we consider part of our personal identity – is vital for promoting well being and general health even in care homes.

At TOT Gloucestershire, we understand this, and our team of experienced and highly qualified Physiotherapists and Occupational therapists have helped many care home residents and staff in Gloucestershire.

Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy service in care homes is widely considered to play an essential part in keeping care home residents healthy in body and mind.

Our Therapists have experience in both nursing and residential home settings and understand the shortcomings and overload on available rehabilitation resources.

We offer generic rehabilitation, as well as specialist services such as:

  • Post operative rehabilitation
  • Post discharge rehabilitation from acute hospital stay
  • Posture & seating assessment and intervention (Wheelchair and Riser recliner Chair)
  • Contracture prevention and management for stroke/neurological client, including hand splinting
  • Falls prevention service (Telecare)
  • Care of long term conditions i.e MS, MND, Parkinson’s Disease
  • Palliative / End of life care
  • Therapeutic and Manual handling support for staff

The typical care home resident is in their eighties, or over, and suffer from some kind of long-term health condition that affects their day-to-day life. Our therapists are experts at providing practical advice that enables residents to continue with their normal daily routine as much as possible.

We don’t just deal with physical interventions either. We understand that many care home residents may have entered the home following a health deterioration or as a result of one or more frightening episodes, such as falls or strokes. They may be in an unfamiliar environment where they find it difficult to occupy themselves mentally. We can assist with this too.

Our therapy input has a two-pronged impact on life in the care home. For the resident, it gives them greater independence, allowing them (with some slight adjustments) to do everyday tasks that they previously struggled with. As a consequence, the burden of the nurses and care workers in the care home is lifted somewhat. Moreover, having greater autonomy in the things that they are able to do for themselves not only improves the residents’ physical well-being, but also their mental health, which can often deteriorate if they are left without the stimulation of a regular routine.

Care home staff do an excellent job in assisting their residents with the tasks that they are unable to do for themselves. With occupational therapists working in tandem with these experienced carers, changes can be made by ongoing manual handling reviews and training that positively affect both staff and residents alike.

We can offer either one off assessments or ongoing therapy provision , funded by care home residents or care home partners which suits best for them and their team. Over the years we have partnered with many care homes across the South.

If you are a care home owner/manager in Gloucestershire, and are interested in how TOT Gloucestershire can assist your residents and staff, call us today on 0333 011 3278 for a consultation.

TESTIMONIALS FROM CARE HOME MANAGERS AND STAFF

Therapies on Thames work with us at Bridge House Nursing Home in Twyford. They provide our rehabilitation and maintenance therapy to our short and long stay residents. We have seen some fantastic results; residents who were immobile on arrival after several weeks of holistic therapy they walk out of our home back into their own homes. For our permanent residents, the therapy has helped to maintain their independence and mobility for longer, in turn improving their quality of life.

Phil and Laura Sherwood

Therapies on Thames team is incredible. As a Care Home Manager I have witnessed how dedicated they are to their clients, and how effective their rehabilitation truly is. They are extremely knowledgeable, involving both the individual receiving therapy, their families, and other health care professionals. They can help re-able and motivate a wide variety of different clients, and achieve fantastic outcomes for them. It’s a pleasure working with you and your team.

Amanda Tanner

The team is a great support in the care homes. They’ve done tremendous work supporting the Residents discharged from hospitals for rehab care and long term care Residents, always keeping spirits up and going the extra mile in assisting them with all their needs during the sessions.

Ioane (care home nurse)

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All of our therapists are experienced, DBS checked professionals, who love nothing more than enabling people to live life the way they want to – independently at home!

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OUR SERVICE AREAS IN GLOUCESTERSHIRE

SUCCESS STORIES OF OUR PATIENTS

Kris B

When my 88-year old grandfather fell and broke his hop. he was given the life-changing news that he'd never walk again. With so much on the line, we reached out to Therapies on Thames for a second opinion and we're so glad that we did. Not only did the wonderful Maeve get him walking again with a frame, but she did so with such exceptional passion and kindness that it transformed him.

Jacqueline Hunter

After a long stay in ICU and a further 3 weeks on a ward in hospital recovering from a major operation, my 84 year old father had a failed hospital discharge. After a gruelling night trying to help my father climb the stairs to bed (resulted in him crawling for an hour), we honestly thought that my dad would not survive the night, very breathless and extremely weak, he was bedbound, confined to the bed

Andrew Thomas

Therapies on Thames were extremely professional and caring in every aspect of their service. Simon treated my mother with great compassion and professionalism. Their service made a real difference and I, her son, am extremely grateful for what he did.

Nick Leverton

My first time dealing with these guys and such a pleasure to come across such professionalism from the staff. Everything was done with the end user in mind and his obvious knowledge with regard to the customers needs was clearly evident. Well done!

CursedCat96

The team is a great support in the care homes. They've done tremendous work supporting the residents discharges from hospitals for rehab care and long term care residents, always keeping spirits up and going the extra mile in assisting them with all their needs during the sessions.

Kaush Y

The entire team at Therapies on Thames are excellent. The therapy provided by them to my father earlier this year has been the reason why he is back on his feet. Not only do they provide a meticulous service but they have enabled him to regain confidence in himself throughout his rehabilitation journey. Thank you ToT.

Debra Pahalka

Therapies on Thames provides a highly professional and effective physiotherapy service for the elderly community. The support that they offer is vital to their clients to ensure their continued mobility and independence. Wade Day Centre regards Raj and his team as a huge asset to our offering to the elderly residents of Wokingham and surrounding areas.

Amanda Perry

Therapies on Thames have provided first class rehabilitation support for our mother since she moved into a nursing home two months ago. Having been too anxious to get out of bed, she is now out and about in a wheelchair enjoying a better quality of life. The team of empathetic and experienced therapist worked wonders in rebuilding her confidence and regaining her physical strength - thank you!

Caroline Bond

Therapies on Thames provides exceptional care for our mother and we cannot recommend them highly enough. They not only bring huge experience and knowledge, but outstanding emotional intelligence and care of the individual patient. They are certainly in the business of going the extra mile and making a difference.

ENdynamicsLtd

Professional and caring therapists with a clear passion for helping folk regain their mobility, and many times with truly astonishing results. Therapies on Thames physiotherapy services is second to none for rehab care, delivered by a wonderful team all demonstrating both care and compassion.

Samantha Coleman

Currently helping my mum recover from a recent fall and being in hospital, everyone at Therapies on Thames has been very helpful, respectful, polite and a great support.

Kevin Lancaster

Raj at Therapies on Thames offer a super service to people wishing to regain and retain their independence at home. Years of experience and a passion for helping people's quality of life at home really shine through.

Kamila Haponiak

Great team!!! Very supportive people always doing their best to improve lives!!! Always putting people's needs first!!! Keep going!!!

Gamal Lear

Friendly and reliable with great communication and results.

Mary Cawley

Therapies on Thames have provided first class rehabilitation support for my elderly uncle (95) since he moved into Woodbury House Nursing Home ten months ago, having been told by the hospital he would never walk again. He was too anxious to even stand, and is now walking with a frame and support from the carers, giving him a better quality of life. The team are excellent and have worked a miracle.

Helen Buckett

My Grandfather has been in bed for roughly 3 months due to illness and the doctor recommended Therapies on Thames. Within a week we were already seeing improvement in the way my grandfather was moving. We have been having 3 visits a week for roughly 5 weeks and we have gone from being unable to sit up on the side of the bed to walking the length of the hallway and living room.

Holly Toogood

Really friendly and professional therapists. Excellent service helping the elderly get back on their feet again and regain their confidence.

John Taylor

Friendly, professional and great results - I was recommended by a colleague to contact them following a sports injury. Very pleased with my recovery and back on track with my running - a big thank you. I would recommend to others.

Joolz Fletcher

Absolutely amazing help at a very stressful time, can't thank you enough for all your help, guidance, recommendations and support to me, my brother and mum. Couldn't have got through all these arrangements on our own. Truly exceptional company and values. 

Michael Green

My 100 year old Mother-in-law has received excellent therapy treatment from the Bridge House staff which has really resulted in a significant improvement in her physical and mental health. Raj, in particular, has been very patient and supportive.

Phil and Laura Sherwood

Therapies on Thames work with us at Bridge House Nursing Home in Twyford. They provide our rehabilitation and maintenance therapy to our short and long stay residents. We have seen some fantastic results; residents who were immobile on arrival after several weeks of holistic therapy they walk out of our home back into their own homes.

Charlotte Van Rooyen

Just want to say a huge thank you to Raj and all the team at Therapies on Thames who stepped in to help my mum after a full during lockdown. When she was having tremendous difficulties in seeing her GP or getting any face to face support through the NHS, Therapies on Thames were so helpful and communicative. From daily emails and updates, to the actual treatment itself they have been wonderful.

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All of our therapists are fully qualified, experience professionals, DBS checked, registered members of Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) and registered with relevant professional bodies.

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