You’re not looking for a gym membership. You need to walk without fear, get up without help, or recover from surgery without adding another appointment to your week.
In-home physical therapy means your therapist sees how you actually move in your space. They spot the trip hazards, the tight corners, the routines that make things harder. That’s where real progress happens—not in some clinic with equipment you’ll never use at home.
Most patients report significant pain reduction within weeks. Gait training helps you walk steadier. Balance work cuts fall risk. Strength exercises make daily tasks easier again. You’re working toward independence, not dependence on more appointments.
The goal isn’t endless sessions. It’s getting you stable, confident, and functional in the environment that matters most—your own home.
We’ve been bringing physical and occupational therapy to Long Island homes for over 14 years. Our therapists are licensed, Medicare-certified, and trained in fall prevention protocols that actually work.
Shirley residents deal with the same challenges as the rest of Suffolk County—aging in place, limited transportation options, and the need for care that fits into real life. We’ve built our service around those realities.
Every therapist on our team is background-checked and credentialed. Our Google Business Profiles are verified and managed with the same care we bring to patient data. You’re not getting a contractor with a folding table—you’re getting a professional who shows up on time, documents properly, and coordinates with your doctor when needed.
You call or submit a request. We verify your insurance—usually Medicare—and schedule an evaluation at your home in Shirley. No intake paperwork in a waiting room.
Your therapist shows up with everything needed. They assess your mobility, strength, balance, and pain levels in the space where you actually live. They ask about your goals—maybe it’s walking to the mailbox again, or getting in and out of the shower safely.
From there, you get a personalized plan. Sessions happen one-on-one in your home, usually two to three times a week depending on your needs. You’ll do gait training if walking is the issue. Balance exercises if falls are the concern. Strength work if getting up from a chair has become a struggle.
Your therapist tracks progress and adjusts the plan as you improve. When you hit your goals and can maintain them on your own, you’re done. Most people see measurable improvement within the first month.
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Every plan is built around what you need, not a one-size-fits-all protocol. That usually includes gait training to improve how you walk, balance exercises to reduce fall risk, and therapeutic exercise to rebuild strength.
If you’re recovering from a stroke, you get neurological rehabilitation focused on regaining movement and coordination. Post-surgery patients get targeted rehab to restore function and range of motion. Joint pain treatment addresses the root cause, not just the symptoms.
Shirley’s older housing stock means a lot of homes have stairs, narrow doorways, and layouts that weren’t designed for mobility challenges. Your therapist works with your space. They’ll recommend modifications if needed and teach you how to move safely in your actual environment.
You also get neuromuscular re-education if your body has forgotten how to move correctly after an injury or illness. Resistance and strength training rebuilds what’s been lost. Occupational therapy helps with daily tasks like dressing, cooking, and bathing when those become difficult.
Everything is Medicare-covered when medically necessary. No surprise bills, no hidden fees.
Yes, if your doctor orders it and you meet Medicare’s homebound criteria. Homebound doesn’t mean you can never leave—it means leaving your home takes considerable effort due to illness, injury, or disability.
Medicare Part B covers physical therapy and occupational therapy when it’s medically necessary and provided by a licensed therapist. You’ll pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after you meet your deductible. Most people find that’s far less than the cost and hassle of arranging transportation to a clinic multiple times a week.
We handle the verification and billing directly with Medicare. You’ll know your costs upfront before the first session. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan, coverage works similarly but we verify the specifics with your plan.
Most patients see us two to three times a week for four to eight weeks, but it depends entirely on your condition and goals. A post-surgery patient might need six weeks. Someone working on fall prevention might need three months.
The goal is always to get you independent again, not to keep you in therapy indefinitely. Your therapist will give you a realistic timeline after the first evaluation. Progress gets reviewed regularly, and the plan adjusts based on how you’re responding.
Some people improve faster than expected. Others need more time. Medicare doesn’t put arbitrary limits on sessions as long as you’re making measurable progress and therapy is still medically necessary. We document everything to keep your coverage intact.
Absolutely. Fall prevention therapy is most effective for people who’ve already fallen, because that’s when the fear and physical decline start to compound. You’re not alone—over 2.8 million older adults end up in the ER each year for fall-related injuries.
Your therapist will assess why you’re falling. Is it weakness in your legs? Balance issues? Poor gait mechanics? Medication side effects? Environmental hazards in your home? Usually it’s a combination. Then we build a program that addresses the actual causes, not just generic balance exercises.
Gait training retrains your walking pattern. Strength work stabilizes your legs and core. Balance exercises rebuild your confidence. We also evaluate your home for hazards and recommend changes. Studies show structured fall prevention programs significantly reduce fall risk when they’re personalized and done consistently.
Yes. Stroke rehabilitation is one of the core services we provide in-home. The sooner therapy starts after a stroke, the better the outcomes—but even if it’s been months or years, neurological rehabilitation can still restore function.
Stroke recovery focuses on retraining your brain and body to work together again. That means gait training if walking is affected, neuromuscular re-education to rebuild movement patterns, and therapeutic exercise to regain strength and coordination. If one side of your body is weaker, we work on symmetry and balance.
Home-based therapy has a major advantage for stroke patients—you’re practicing in the environment where you actually need to function. Your therapist sees the real challenges you face every day and tailors the program accordingly. Progress might be slow at first, but consistency makes a difference.
Physical therapy focuses on mobility—walking, balance, strength, and pain management. Occupational therapy focuses on daily living activities—dressing, bathing, cooking, and using your hands effectively.
A lot of people need both. If you’re recovering from a hip replacement, physical therapy gets you walking again. Occupational therapy helps you get in and out of the shower safely and put on your shoes without bending too far.
We offer both services, and your therapist will recommend what makes sense for your situation. Sometimes you’ll see both a physical therapist and an occupational therapist. Other times one discipline covers what you need. Medicare covers both when medically necessary, and we coordinate the schedule so you’re not overwhelmed with appointments.
We serve all of Shirley and the surrounding Long Island communities. If you’re homebound and need therapy, we’ll come to you—whether you’re in a house, apartment, or assisted living facility.
Shirley’s location in central Suffolk County makes it easy for our therapists to reach you without long travel times. We schedule efficiently so you get consistent appointment times that work with your routine.
If you’re unsure whether we cover your specific area, just call. We’ll confirm service availability and get you scheduled quickly. Our goal is to remove barriers to care, and geography shouldn’t be one of them.
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