Living Solutions Plus

01/22/2026

Part 2 of chair exercises this week focuses on the lower extremity. Leg strength is crucial for every day activities, including walking, standing up from a chair, and stair climbing.

👉 Challenge: Pick 2 exercises. Complete 15 reps every moring and night for the next week.  Small changes to your morning and night time routine can make an impactful change on your overall function and mobility!

01/21/2026

📣 We’re Hiring! Join Our Growing Therapy Team 📣

We are excited to announce that we’re currently looking to fill part-time positions for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) and a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our mobile outpatient therapy practice.

If you’re passionate about helping clients thrive in their own homes, value flexibility, and enjoy working in a supportive, patient-centered environment, we’d love to connect. This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact while being part of a collaborative and growing team.

👉 Interested candidates (or anyone who knows a great OTA or PTA) are encouraged to reach out to me at lindsey@livingsolutionsplus.com or (248) 845-1752.

Let’s help people move better, live safer, and stay independent, together!

01/20/2026

Stay strong, active, and independent!

Chair exercises strengthen muscles and improve circulation, all with minimal impact. Ideal for fall prevention and maintaining mobility.

Check back Thursday for lower extremity chair exercises, let’s get moving!

01/17/2026

Living Solutions Plus PT & OT focus on improving strength, balance, and home safety so older adults can stay independent and confident at home.

👉 Early therapy can prevent life-changing injuries.

12/19/2025

When Should You Seek Outpatient Occupational or Physical Therapy?

Many people think therapy is only for major injuries or surgery recovery—but that’s not true.

You may benefit from outpatient occupational or physical therapy if pain, weakness, or balance issues are starting to make everyday life harder.

👉 Consider Physical Therapy if you:
✔ Have ongoing back, hip, knee, shoulder, or neck pain
✔ Feel stiff, weak, or unsteady when walking
✔ Have had a fall or near-fall
✔ Are recovering from surgery or injury
✔ Want to stay active but pain is holding you back

👉 Consider Occupational Therapy if you:
✔ Struggle with dressing, bathing, cooking, or household tasks
✔ Have hand pain, weakness, or trouble with buttons or jars
✔ Feel fatigued during daily activities
✔ Need safer or easier ways to do everyday tasks
✔ Want to stay independent at home

💡 You don’t have to wait until it gets “really bad.”
Early therapy can help reduce pain, improve balance, prevent falls, and often avoid surgery or long-term medications.

12/10/2025

12/05/2025

We know December calendars fill up like yesterday...

But that isn't stopping us and our partners at the Life Advisor Council- SLAC from bringing opportunities for FREE education to the senior community across Oakland County thru the holiday season.

This is the time of year loved ones check in and see how their aging family members are doing and often we see families getting a "surprise" in how grandma or grandpa are doing....

And what makes us more grateful then anything? Being able to help a family or individual be PROACTIVE with their loved one when it comes to health, housing, finances, mobility and everything in-between.

That is exactly what these seminars offer.

Questions answered.
Concerns clarified.
The start of a roadmap to confident decision-making.

So save a date and come see us. Can't make one in December? Reach out if you need resources now. We're here to help guys.

10/29/2025

Do you have a family member under hospice care? Does their quality of life need improvement? Living Solutions Plus provides Occupational and Physical therapy services to people who are on hospice. Contact us at lindsey@livingsolutionsplus.com or 248-845-1752 to find out how we can assist in adding purpose and meaning at the end of life.

10/15/2025

Are You or a Loved One Struggling at Home?

🛋️ Are you noticing signs of struggle at home?
Things like:
🔹 Difficulty getting in and out of chairs
🔹 Trouble bathing or dressing
🔹 Fear of falling
🔹 Slower recovery after surgery

You’re not alone — and help can come to your doorstep.
Our licensed Occupational & Physical Therapists provide one-on-one care in the comfort of your home, helping you regain strength, mobility, and confidence.

💬 Let’s talk about how we can help. Schedule your in-home evaluation today by calling us at 248-845-1752, or visit us at livingsolutionsplus.com

09/26/2025

🚶 Fall Prevention Friday: Keep Your Feet on the Ground

Falls are the leading cause of injury for older adults—but they can often be prevented with awareness, preparation, and simple exercises.

🌟 Practical Tips for Seniors:
✅ Strength & Balance Exercises: Activities like sit-to-stands, heel-to-toe walking, or gentle leg raises improve stability.
✅ Clear Your Pathways: Remove clutter, cords, and loose rugs. Keep floors dry and walkways well-lit.
✅ Supportive Footwear: Wear shoes with good grip; avoid slippery slippers or socks on smooth floors.
✅ Use Assistive Devices: Canes, walkers, or handrails can make a huge difference in safety.
✅ Mindful Movement: Take your time, especially when getting up from a chair or navigating stairs.

💡 Extra Tip for Families: Make home safety a team effort—walk through rooms with your loved one and look for hazards together. Even small changes, like adding non-slip mats in the bathroom, reduce fall risk dramatically.

At Living Solutions Plus, our therapists provide in-home balance training, safety assessments, and personalized exercise plans—helping seniors stay steady, confident, and independent.

09/25/2025

❤️ Thankful Thursday: Supporting Seniors and Families

This week, we’re taking a moment to celebrate the caregivers, families, and seniors who inspire us every day. Living independently at home is important—and sometimes it takes a little extra support to make it safe, comfortable, and enjoyable.

🌟 How OT & PT Make a Difference:

✔Energy-Saving Strategies: Occupational Therapists teach ways to complete daily activities with less strain, so seniors can conserve energy for the things they love.

✔Pain Management Techniques: Physical Therapists provide gentle exercises and movement strategies that reduce discomfort and improve mobility.

✔Safe & Independent Living: From balance training to home modifications, we focus on helping seniors stay confident in their own homes.

💡 Tip for Families: Check in regularly on daily routines—sometimes small adjustments, like moving frequently used items to lower shelves or adding a chair near activity areas, can make a big difference in independence and safety.

At Living Solutions Plus, we’re grateful to work alongside families, helping seniors live fully and safely—every day.