Occupational Therapy in Orland Park, IL
Occupational Therapy in Orland Park
If a recent surgery, stroke, or fall has made everyday tasks like dressing, bathing, or cooking harder than they used to be, occupational therapy can help you regain that independence, in your own home rather than a clinic across town. Choice Care Home Health is a Medicare-certified, ACHC-accredited home health agency headquartered right here in Orland Park, at 15635 S 94th Avenue, and we’ve been providing in-home occupational therapy and other home health services to Orland Park families since 2001.
This page walks through what our occupational therapists actually help with, which conditions we commonly treat, how Medicare coverage works, and how to get started, so you have a clear picture before you call.
SERVING Orland Park
Local Occupational Therapy, Delivered at Home in Orland Park
Being based in Orland Park isn’t just a mailing address. Our therapists live and work in the southwest Chicago suburbs, which means shorter response times for a new referral, familiarity with local hospitals and discharge processes, and a team that’s genuinely local rather than dispatched from a regional office an hour away. When a hospital discharge planner or physician refers a patient to us, our proximity to Orland Park and the surrounding communities usually means therapy can begin sooner rather than later.
That local presence also means our therapists tend to see the same patients through their full recovery, rather than rotating staff in and out from a larger regional pool. For a patient recovering from surgery or adjusting to a new physical limitation, that continuity matters. It’s easier to build real progress, and real trust, with a therapist who was in your kitchen last week and knows exactly where you left off.
Hospital Discharge
Coming Home and Starting Occupational Therapy
A lot of our occupational therapy referrals start the same way: someone was discharged from a nearby hospital after a fall, a stroke, or a joint replacement, and the discharge plan includes therapy at home. That transition can feel disorganized if nobody’s walked you through it before. Typically, a hospital discharge planner or your physician sends a referral directly to us, we schedule an initial home visit within a short window afterward, and therapy begins based on the specific goals your care team identified before you left the hospital, getting back to bathing independently, managing stairs safely, or handling meal preparation again.
If you’re not sure whether your discharge plan already includes occupational therapy, it’s worth asking your discharge planner directly, or calling us so we can help you figure out the right next step.
Medicare Certified
Approved to provide Medicare covered home health services.
ACHC Accredited
Independently verified against national quality and safety standards.
Serving Since 2001
Two decades caring for families across the southwest suburbs.
Local to Palos Heights
Based in neighboring Orland Park, only minutes from your door.
What We DO
What Our Occupational Therapists Help With
Occupational therapy focuses on helping people do the everyday tasks that matter most, safely and as independently as possible. According to the American Occupational Therapy Association, occupational therapy enables people of all ages to participate in daily living, and for older adults specifically, it supports aging safely at home through home modifications, energy conservation techniques, and fall prevention.
In Orland Park, our occupational therapists commonly help with:
- Activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating, relearning these tasks safely after an injury, surgery, or illness
- Fall prevention and home safety, identifying hazards in the home and recommending practical changes that reduce fall risk
- Adaptive equipment, custom fabrication and training on tools that make daily tasks easier and safer, from reachers and dressing aids to shower equipment
- Fine motor coordination and hand therapy, particularly after a hand injury, stroke, or surgery
- Energy conservation techniques for those managing chronic conditions like COPD or heart failure, so daily tasks take less physical toll
- Community mobility and driving safety evaluations, when appropriate
Our Services
Our Home Health Services in Orland Park
Occupational therapy is often just one part of a larger care plan, and as a full-service home health agency based in Orland Park, we provide several other services that frequently work alongside it. Here’s what else we offer locally:
Intermittent Skilled Nursing in Oak Lawn
Our intermittent skilled nursing services provide expert medical care and monitoring for patients with complex health needs, ensuring their safety and comfort at home.
Physical Therapy in Oak Lawn
Our physical therapy services help patients regain strength, mobility, and function through customized exercise programs and therapeutic techniques.
Occupational Therapy in Oak Lawn
Our occupational therapy services focus on improving patients' ability to perform daily activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
Speech & Language Pathology in Oak Lawn
Our speech and language pathology services address communication and swallowing disorders, helping patients improve their speech, language, and cognitive skills.
Home Health Aides (HHAs) in Oak Lawn
Our dedicated Home Health Aides (HHAs) ensure comfort and independence in the home environment by providing compassionate and personalized support.
Medical Social Work in Oak Lawn
Our medical social work services offer emotional support, resource coordination, and counseling to help patients and families navigate the challenges of healthcare.
HOW TO GET STARTED
How to start home health care in Orland Park
Get a referral
Most in-home occupational therapy starts with a referral from a physician, hospital discharge planner, or case manager, though you can also call us directly to ask about next steps.
We schedule an initial assessment
One of our occupational therapists visits your home to evaluate your specific needs, daily challenges, and home environment.
We build a personalized plan of care
Based on that assessment, we create a therapy plan targeting the specific tasks and goals that matter most to you.
Therapy begins at home
Sessions happen in your own home, on a schedule that fits your recovery, with progress tracked and shared with your physician along the way.
Call us if you’d like to talk through whether occupational therapy is the right fit before starting the referral process.
Why Orland Park Families Choose In-Home Occupational Therapy
Orland Park has a real and growing population of older adults who benefit from this kind of care. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Orland Park’s population was estimated at 57,954 as of mid-2025, with 24.8 percent of residents age 65 or older, meaning roughly one in four neighbors is in the age group most likely to need occupational therapy after a fall, surgery, or new diagnosis.
Being close to local hospitals also matters for a smooth transition home. Orland Park sits near Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights, Oak Forest Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial in Harvey, and OSF Little Company of Mary in Evergreen Park, all within roughly a 10 mile radius. That proximity helps our team coordinate quickly with hospital discharge planners when a patient is heading home and needs therapy to start right away.
Does Medicare Cover Occupational Therapy in Orland Park?
Often, yes. According to Medicare’s official coverage guidelines, Medicare Part B covers occupational therapy to help you perform activities of daily living, such as dressing or bathing, when a doctor or other qualified health care provider certifies that you need it. After you meet the Part B deductible, you typically pay 20 percent of the Medicare-approved amount, and importantly, there’s no annual cap on how much Medicare will pay for medically necessary outpatient therapy in a calendar year.
For occupational therapy delivered as part of a home health episode rather than outpatient therapy, coverage depends on meeting Medicare’s home health requirements, including being homebound and having a physician-certified plan of care. Our guide to Medicare home health care coverage in Illinois walks through those requirements in more detail if you’re not sure which category applies to your situation.
CONDITIONS WE TREAT
Conditions We Commonly Treat
Occupational therapy is often part of a broader recovery plan alongside physical therapy and skilled nursing. We regularly provide in-home OT for Orland Park patients recovering from or managing:
Serving Orland Park and the Surrounding Communities
While our office is based in Orland Park, our occupational therapy and other home health services extend across the southwest Chicago suburbs and Cook, DuPage, and Will counties, including Palos Heights, Oak Lawn, and communities throughout Will County. If you’re outside Orland Park itself, give us a call to confirm coverage in your specific area.
For Discharge Planners and Case Managers
If you’re coordinating a discharge for a patient who needs occupational therapy at home, our Orland Park office allows for a fast response and direct communication with your team. We work with physical therapy, skilled nursing, and home health aide services as part of a coordinated plan when a patient’s needs go beyond OT alone. Call (708) 489-0123 to discuss a specific referral or discharge timeline.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions in Palos Heights, IL
Yes. Choice Care Home Health is headquartered in Orland Park and provides in-home occupational therapy along with physical therapy, skilled nursing, speech and language pathology, home health aides, and medical social work.
Most in-home occupational therapy is arranged through a physician, hospital discharge planner, or case manager referral, though you're welcome to call us directly to ask about your specific situation.
Medicare Part B can cover occupational therapy when a doctor certifies it's medically necessary, and for home health specifically, Medicare also requires that you meet its homebound and skilled-care criteria. Our Medicare home health guide covers this in more detail.
Common reasons for occupational therapy include recovery from stroke, hip or knee replacement, nerve damage, Parkinson's disease, arthritis, and general fall risk, though it can help with any condition that makes daily tasks harder to manage safely and independently.
It depends on the referral and initial assessment process, but our Orland Park location allows us to coordinate quickly with local hospitals and discharge planners. Call (708) 489-0123 for the most accurate timeline for your specific situation.
No. Physical therapy focuses primarily on movement, strength, and mobility, while occupational therapy focuses on the ability to safely perform everyday tasks like bathing, dressing, and cooking. Many patients receive both as part of a coordinated recovery plan.
Yes. A large part of occupational therapy for older adults is exactly this, identifying fall risks, recommending home modifications or adaptive equipment, and building strategies that make daily tasks more manageable, all aimed at supporting independence at home rather than a move to a facility.
It depends entirely on the individual's condition, goals, and progress. Some patients need a few weeks of focused therapy after a specific injury or surgery, while others managing a progressive condition may benefit from occupational therapy support over a longer period. Your therapist will discuss a realistic timeline as part of your initial assessment.
Talk to a Local Occupational Therapy Team in Orland Park
Call Choice Care Home Health to talk about occupational therapy for yourself or a loved one. We’re Medicare-certified, ACHC-accredited, and based right here in Orland Park, and we can help you understand what in-home occupational therapy could look like for your specific situation.
