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"It certainly helped me to be confident and
to be able to walk with my walker without any fear.
I wouldn't have liked going to an (outpatient) clinic
because I would have had to have someone take me and
wait for me."
--Maudie, ElderFit
client
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- Provided as an alternative to out-patient physical therapy
in a clinic setting.
- If you have questions about eligibility for insurance
coverage please call (919) 614-1923.
Out-patient physical therapy services are also available
at the Central Orange Adult Day Health Program (919) 245-2017 and at the Durham Center for Senior Life, Durham, NC (919) 682-0215 www.councilseniorcitizens.org
. These services
are available to the participants of the Day Health Program
or as a convenient setting for physical therapy.
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- Offered within the convenience of your own home and using
items/equipment available within your home or community.
Offered on a private pay basis. If interested, please contact
(919) 614-1923.
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- Central Orange Senior Center, Hillsborough
– This class is designed to improve upper body and
lower body strength and flexibility with ultimate improvement
in balance. Exercise bands, free weights, and ankle weights
are available. Offered Tues. and Thurs. from 9:45-11:00
AM . Cost - $6.00/class. Scholarships available through
the Orange County Dept. of Aging. Call (919) 245-2015 for
questions and/or directions.
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 Our
staff can screen individuals or groups within your home or
community. We use the Senior Fitness Test which was developed
at California State University. The screen measures upper
and lower body strength and flexibility, balance, and cardiovascular
endurance. Following the screen we provide an individual consultation
which includes a review of your current status as compared
to national averages and recommendations for maintaining or
enhancing your fitness. Call (919) 614-1923 for further information.
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- Community presentations:
Skilled physical therapists are available to provi de
presentations to your group or community on a variety of
health and wellness topics including, but not limited to:
- Fall Prevention
- Home Safety
- Osteoporosis
- Your Rights Under the Medicare System
- Making Lasting Changes to Increase Your Physical Activity
Contact (919) 614-1923 to find out more information.
We will be happy to accommodate your needs.
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Professional presentations:
Vicki Tilley PT,GCS is available
to present to other professionals in the areas of:
- Medicare Reimbursement as it applies to Physical Therapy
Services
- Wellness Practice: A New Opportunity for Physical
Therapists.
- Including How to Develop Your Niche Wellness Practice.
- Enhancing Motivation and Making Lasting Changes in
Your Client’s Health Behavior
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Consultation services available by phone on the following
topics:
- Patient care and Medicare reimbursement in out-patient
and long term care settings
- Starting a home based out-patient practice
- Starting a wellness practice
- Tying your practice into the community.
- Marketing your services in your community.
Pricing: $100.00 for first hour/ $75.00 for additional hours.
Please contact Vicki Tilley PT,GCS at (919) 614-1923 to set
up an appt. or discuss personal consultation.
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Physician
referral is required for insurance reimbursement.