Occupational Therapy

In Historic Uptown Watertown, South Dakota

Skilled Occupational Therapy Services

Occupational therapy is a skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives.

Ashley Koehn - Occupational Therapist / OTRL

Ashley Koehn, a native of Britton, SD is the onsite Occupational Therapist/OTRL. She received her undergraduate degree in Public Health with a minor in Psychology. Additionally, she attained her Doctorate in Occupational Therapy at St. Catherine University in St. Paul, MN. She completed field study in living and memory care both, in Fargo, ND and Sioux Falls, SD with inpatient rehab. Ashley also worked part time as a personal care assistant.

Ashley enjoys assisting patients in reaching their full potential in their daily routines. I am very excited to be a member of the wonderful and caring Jenkins Rehab Team. It’s an honor to be a part of a team who prioritize patients’ needs!”. – Ashley Koehn

Kara Seppanen - COTA / L

After graduating from high school Kara graduated from Lake Area Technical Institute with an Associates of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant. She is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association and has had skilled training in geriatric acute and rehabilitation settings.

People of all ages experience problems that significantly affect their ability to manage their daily lives. With the help of occupational therapy, many of these individuals can achieve or regain a high level of independence. Occupational therapy helps people make the most of their abilities. When skill or strength cannot be improved or developed, occupational therapy offers creative solutions and resources for carrying out the person’s daily activities.

At Jenkins Living Center, occupational therapy services focus on:

Improving abilities to carry out activities of daily living such as dressing, toileting, bathing, cooking, cleaning, etc.
Evaluating home environments for safety
Adaptive equipment training and assistive technology
Improving arm strength and range of motion that allows increased function with daily tasks
Hand splinting to provide support and prevent stiffness
Positioning in wheelchair and bed for safety
Vision rehabilitation