Assisting Aging Population: Like many cities, Surrey has an aging population with increasing healthcare needs. Occupational therapists help older adults maintain independence and quality of life by addressing mobility issues, fall prevention, and cognitive decline through tailored interventions and home modifications.
Enhancing Accessibility: Surrey prides itself on being an inclusive and accessible city. Occupational therapists work to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to education, employment, and community participation by providing assistive devices, accessibility assessments, and advocacy services.
Supporting Indigenous Communities: Surrey is situated on the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Musqueam, Squamish, and Tsleil-Waututh Nations. Occupational therapists collaborate with Indigenous communities to address health disparities, preserve cultural traditions, and promote healing through culturally sensitive interventions.