Tune Up Occupational Therapy
Jonathan Stokar
REHAB IN YOUR HOME
Tune Up Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapists help you do the things you want and need to do independently. From the most basic like dressing and feeding yourself to the more complex like getting around the community and doing laundry and shopping, Your OT is THE healthcare specialist to facilitate that participation you seek.
Through a holistic and individualized approach OT can help increase functionality and independence through adaptations, exercise, equipment recommendations and safety awareness education.
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Safety Awareness
Education
One in four Americans aged 65+ falls each year (CDC, 2014). And according to the National Council on Aging are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. I provide my clients with the consultation and education needed to identify safety hazards, prevent falls and injury and maintain functional safety in their homes and communities providing peace of mind for them and their loved ones.
Exercise Programs
One of the most common deficits effecting activity participation after illness or injury is strength and balance. I provide customized exercise plans focussing on each patient’s unique needs. Clients and caregivers are given guided demonstration, hand outs and videos for review ensuring their ability to regain strength, balance and coordination in the comfort of their homes.
Caregiver Education
Caregivers are crucial for many patients’ safe and successful rehabilitation. As occupational therapists we not only aim to assist our patients with maximizing their independence and
attending to our patients’ needs, it is important to also consider the needs and wellbeing of our patients’ caregivers.
Whether it’s a review of the home exercise plan, transfer training, how to use assistive equipment such as a Hoyer lift, or educating them on strategies to prevent
caregiver burnout, I provide caregivers with the information needed to help their clients and loved ones complete their activities at home with grace and comfort while maintaining their physical and mental fitness.
Self Care
Training
After injury or illness one of the most difficult aspects of recovery can be one’s inability to complete self care tasks. Through modifications in positioning, adaptive equipment and compensatory strategies I help clients regain their independence and participation with feeding, grooming, dressing, bathing, toileting and transfers.
Equipment Management
Adaptive equipment and assistive technology are cornerstones of rehabilitation. The ability for someone to use hands-free mediums to control their lighting, home temperature, communications and leisure can be game changers for one’s quality of life. One of my passions is assistive technology. I offer consultation and assessment using assistive devices from simple to complex including:
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strategies and accessibility features for computer, tablet or smartphone
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durable medical equipment recommendation, assessments and education including: shower chairs/benches, commodes, hospital beds, dressing equipment and more.
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mobility device assessment and recommendation including wheelchairs and walkers.​
About Me
I am an occupational therapist with a focus on adult rehabilitation in the home. I am board certified by the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) and licensed in New Jersey & New York. I am a graduate of the City University of New York (CUNY) with a BS/MS degree in Occupational Therapy.
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I have a strong background in homecare with extensive knowledge of adaptive equipment and home modification working with a wide range of diagnoses both neurological and orthopedic.
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I am a registered Medicare practitioner and am available for private consults as well as visits through insurance, educational presentations on fall prevention, home modification, adaptive equipment and technology management and strategies for increased self care participation.
Testimonials
Jonathan came into our lives when my husband was struggling with fine motor skills that were having an adverse impact on his functioning due to Parkinson's. Jonathan's skills in helping my husband gain strength and coordination with his fine motor abilities were impressive. He approached my husband with kindness and patience. There were moments when he took the time to speak with such compassion to my husband about his frustration that were truly inspiring. When my husband had traumatic hip surgery, Jonathan's first response was "What can I do to help?" He was back at our apartment helping my husband gain his strength and he was soon walking with relative ease. The pleasure it gave me to see the two of them walk down the street on their way to the bakery for their croissants is indescribable. Jonathan's skills, his dedication, and his friendship made it possible.
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Barbara, NYC
I am a quadriplegic due to having Multiple Sclerosis and require assistance with absolutely everything. During the time that I have been working with Jonathan, he has introduced me to many assistive technologies for my door lock, smart plugs, iPhone, TV, computer. With some of my independence having been restored, I am feeling much more positive about life in general and I am much more hopeful about my future.
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Ronnie, NYC
I had a stroke that left me paralyzed. I couldn't do a lot of things for myself until Jonathan helped me like shaving myself. He even recommended a razor that keeps me safe and nick free. He never tires of my endless questions. I lacked confidence and he restored that in me.
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Bernard, NYC
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