aging in the community: a case study
CONTENTS

get to know Mr. Figueroa

gather more information

choose evaluation tools

plan treatment

consider cultural factors



Treatment planning

It is clear that at present, Mr. Figueroa is healthy, physically active, has a large network of friends, and feels he has adequate financial resources. For such individuals, the role of physical and occupational therapists is primarily preventive. The goal is to minimize risk of future dysfunction and to plan in advance for those problems that seem most likely.

Based on what you know so far, which of the following would be issues that might need attention?

Finances

Transportation

Leisure activities

Work activities

Preventive health measures

Safety

Social network

Family concerns