Conditions Jeff Enjoys Treating

Jeff enjoys treating shoulder pain and limited mobility, balance loss, cognitive deficits such as executive function, organization, and memory loss, and gross and fine motor impairments affecting ADL and IADL performance.

He strives to address patients’ core physical, cognitive, and psychosocial barriers that limit their independence and performance with daily ADLs. As an OT, he wants therapy to feel active, enjoyable, and meaningful—not like a chore. He uses games, real-life activities, and the things his patients actually enjoy to keep them engaged. He meets people where they are, gives them choices, adapts when needed, and celebrates the small victories along the way. His goal is for patients to look forward to therapy, have some fun, and see that what they are doing together is helping them get back to the things that matter most to them.

Something Patients Have to Deal With That Jeff Wants to Fix

• Frustration and loss of identity
• Reduction in joint mobility/strength
• Anxiety and depression.

What Does Jeff Like About Working at GeriHab?

Jeff likes the positive environment, teamwork, patient-centered and focused, one-to-one sessions, great co-workers, family like environment that includes patients/co-workers/management.

Outside of work

Jeff enjoys spending time with his family and participating in his grandchildren’s activities. He enjoys watching his grandson perform in plays at the NED, supporting his granddaughter as she cheers and participates in middle and high school band activities, and watching his oldest granddaughter play trumpet and march with the Western Carolina University Band. Outside of family activities, Jeff enjoys taking care of his small farm, playing golf when he has time, and camping.