Occupational Therapy in Surfside, FL
In-home pediatric and senior occupational therapy for Surfside families, from 88th Street to 96th Street and everywhere between Harding Avenue and the beach.
In-Home Occupational Therapy Services in Surfside
A Touch of Hope brings licensed occupational therapy directly to homes in Surfside. Whether you live in a condo along Collins Avenue or a single-family home west of Harding, Hemdat Bar, OTR/L, comes to you. No traffic on the causeway, no waiting rooms, just focused one-on-one care in the place where daily life actually happens.
Surfside is a small, walkable town, and that is exactly why in-home therapy fits so well here. Children practice handwriting at their own kitchen table, seniors work on balance in the hallway they walk every day, and caregivers learn strategies in the real environment instead of a clinic. Families who split time between Surfside and other homes appreciate scheduling that works around their life.
Early Intervention and Pediatric Occupational Therapy
We support Surfside children from infancy through the teen years with fine motor delays, handwriting struggles, sensory processing differences, feeding challenges, attention and self-regulation, and daily living skills. Hemdat works closely with families attending local schools and preschools, including Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 Center and the area's private and Jewish day schools, so strategies carry over from home to classroom.
Because we come to the home, we can also coordinate with your child's school so strategies work in every setting. Parents are part of every session and leave with practical techniques to use between visits, so progress keeps building all week. From early intervention for toddlers to school-readiness support and handwriting help, care is matched to the child in front of us.
Occupational Therapy for Adults and Seniors
Many of our Surfside clients are seniors who want to stay independent in their condos and homes. We help with fall prevention and home safety assessments, recovery after hip or knee replacement, stroke and neurological rehabilitation, arthritis and hand therapy, and energy conservation for daily tasks. Being close to Mount Sinai Medical Center means many clients come to us right after discharge, and we coordinate with their physicians.
Aging in place is the goal for most families here, and we support it with fall-prevention assessments, balance and strength programs, energy-conservation strategies, adaptive equipment recommendations, and memory-support routines. Medicare Part B is accepted, and private caregivers and family members are welcome in every session so everyone learns how to help safely while preserving independence.
Parent and Caregiver Coaching and Home Modification
Parent and caregiver coaching provides families with direct guidance on supporting developmental skills, managing sensory needs, improving routines, and fostering emotional regulation. Coaching sessions may include modeling strategies, practicing new skills, creating visual schedules, establishing effective routines, or simplifying daily tasks to reduce stress. Hemdat Bar works closely with families to identify challenges at home or school and implement step-by-step strategies that bring clarity and consistency. These strategies help children feel more secure, organized, and successful in everyday life.
Home modification recommendations are another powerful component of this service. Small adjustments such as sensory-friendly spaces, organization systems, adaptive tools, and safe movement areas can make a significant impact on a child’s comfort and independence. These changes support better transitions, calmer routines, and improved participation in self-care and play. For adults and seniors, home modifications can prevent falls, improve accessibility, and support aging in place.
Why Surfside Families Choose A Touch of Hope OT
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Licensed, experienced occupational therapist (Hemdat Bar, M.S., OTR/L) with deep expertise in sensory processing, child development, and adult rehabilitation
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Every session happens in your Surfside home or condo, so skills transfer to real life and your privacy is respected
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Evidence-based, individualized treatment plans for infants, children, adults, and seniors
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Medicare Part B accepted for adults and seniors; private-pay options for all ages
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Parents, adult children, and private caregivers are coached in every visit so progress continues between sessions
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Bilingual English and Hebrew communication with respect for every family's values and culture
A Touch of Hope Occupational Therapy
OPENING HOURS
Mon. to Thur. 8 AM to 6 PM
Fri. 8 AM to 3 PM
Sat. and Sun. Closed
Your Occupational Therapist in Surfside
Surfside is a small, walkable beach town between Bal Harbour and North Beach, with condos along Collins Avenue, quiet streets of single-family homes, and a friendly shopping district on Harding Avenue. Many households include young children, grandparents, or both. We serve all of Surfside (33154), plus neighboring Bal Harbour, Bay Harbor Islands, Indian Creek, North Beach, and Miami Beach. Our home base is Aventura, about 15 minutes north.
Hemdat Bar, M.S., OTR/L, brings occupational therapy directly to Surfside homes and condos. Residents value care that is personal, convenient, and unhurried. Whether you are a parent looking for pediatric OT, an adult recovering from injury, or a senior who wants to stay safe and independent at home, in-home therapy from A Touch of Hope OT is designed around you.