Beyond Discharge: Why Outpatient Therapy Matters for Lifelong Recovery
Author: Dr. Jackie Orta, OTD/OTR
Low Vision Specialist at The Shoreline Clinic
Introduction
Before joining The Shoreline Clinic, I spent my career as an acute cardiac ICU and inpatient rehabilitation occupational therapist at the renowned Henry Ford Health System. In those roles, I had the privilege of working with patients at some of the most critical and vulnerable points in their lives. Those moments taught me the power of swift intervention, compassionate care, and the importance of multidisciplinary teamwork.
But they also revealed a gap. Over and over, I observed patients discharged after intensive care—only to have their continued recovery, especially in outpatient therapy, deprioritized or overlooked. Despite best intentions, outpatient services were often seen as an afterthought, rather than a continuation of the life-changing care we provided within the hospital walls.
Why I Chose The Shoreline Clinic
That’s what led me to The Shoreline Clinic. As an occupational therapist specializing in low vision therapy, I’ve joined a clinic that sees people through a completely different lens—not just through diagnoses or functional deficits, but as whole individuals with stories, goals, and untapped potential.
Our Client-Centered Approach
At The Shoreline Clinic, we take a client-centered approach where care is not just personalized, but truly humanized.
We are not just a team—we are a family. And within that family is an extraordinary group of professionals:
Occupational therapists
Physical therapists
Neurologists
Vision specialists
Marketing and community outreach experts
All collaborating with one mission in mind: to deliver the most advanced, meaningful, and lasting care possible.
What Sets Us Apart
The Shoreline Clinic is equipped with the latest technologies in OT and PT, but it’s our commitment to truly seeing the patient—not just their chart—that makes the difference.
As someone who has walked the halls of acute care and inpatient rehabilitation, I know how critical it is to have reliable, high-quality outpatient partners you can trust. I’m here to tell you, The Shoreline Clinic is that partner.
Our Promise to You
Not only can The Shoreline Clinic elevate patients' outcomes in their recovery journey, but we can also be a powerful extension of your team—one that improves satisfaction scores, enhances quality of life, and ensures your discharge plans come full circle.
This is more than just about referrals. It’s about collaboration, continuity, and a shared commitment to excellence.
Let’s Redefine Recovery—Together
Together, we can ensure that recovery doesn’t stop at discharge, but continues with purpose, care, and a vision for what’s possible.
Ready to learn more or refer a patient? Contact The Shoreline Clinic today.
