Meet Erin McCurdy, PT
Hi, I’m Erin - Physical Therapist here at Far North Health Services.
Through my educational background and years of experience, I have witnessed firsthand the gaps in care that exist in our healthcare system. Here in Alaska, a patient’s transition from the hospital to their home poses various barriers to receiving recommended treatment. From icy conditions to transportation - it’s not always easy to access the care needed.
I graduated with my doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2016. Since then, my journey has taken me to Scotland, where I worked at an acute hospital and rehabilitation center within the NHS right out of college and on to Anchorage in 2018 where I have had the privilege of working in various healthcare settings and eventually opening my own practice.
Driven by a deep desire to improve access to quality care and enhance patient outcomes, I founded Far North Health Services to ensure that patients in need of physical and occupational therapy can receive the care they require in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. I collaborate closely with patients, caregivers, and community resources to design tailored rehabilitation plans that account for the unique environmental factors they may face. By doing so, I empower patients to regain their independence, mobility, and overall quality of life.
Meet Ashley Block, OT
I grew up in northern Wisconsin before moving to North Carolina to pursue my Master's degree in occupational therapy. After graduating, I moved up to Anchorage, where I spent the majority of my time working in an inpatient rehabilitation unit and the hospital setting, helping patients return back home as independently as possible.
Since starting my career, I've spent a lot of time working with individuals who have experienced some type of neurological condition (stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, etc.), and have completed many hours of continuing education to become a Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist (CSRS) and Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) in order to better help these individuals as they navigate their rehabilitation journey.
Since starting my career, I've spent a lot of time working with individuals who have experienced some type of neurological condition (stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, etc.), and have completed many hours of continuing education to become a Certified Stroke Rehabilitation Specialist (CSRS) and Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) in order to better help these individuals as they navigate their rehabilitation journey.
As a practitioner, one of my biggest goals is to help others return to their everyday tasks for improved quality of life, safely and independently. In my off time you can find me hiking up a mountain, playing volleyball, or camping with my dog, Obi.
Hi, I’m Ashley - Occupational Therapist here at Far North Health Services.
meet Seth Arnold, PTA
Hi, I’m Seth - Physical Therapy Assistant here at Far North Health Services.
With over seventeen years experience between acute and outpatient care settings, Seth is committed to providing exemplary and compassionate therapy services across the continuum of care. Building on his massage therapy background established in 2004, Seth expanded into the hospital setting in 2008, gaining valuable knowledge and skills working alongside the physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy staff. Then upon the inauguration of the physical therapist assistant program at the University of Alaska Anchorage, Seth graduated as one of its first charter class of students. He now looks forward to providing you with caring and effective physical therapy care with Far North.
1:1 Therapy Services Personalized For You
We collaborate with our patients and their families to develop a patient-centered plan of care to help patients thrive in their familiar environment. We work specifically on your goals and what is important to you. We aim to maximize independence and reduce caretaker burden.
We can treat anyone with mobility deficits from the comfort of home. Unlike home health, you do not need to be home-bound.
- Maintaining and optimizing independence
- Caregiver training
- Falls prevention and recovery
- Getting in and out of bed or chairs
- Balance training
- Improve endurance
- Improve strength
- Improve range of motion
- Home safety assessment
- Equipment recommendations
- Stair climbing
Maintain independence with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, cooking, cleaning, toileting), Instrumental activities of daily living (cooking, cleaning, home management, yard management, taking care of pets), and engagement in leisure activities by addressing challenges you may experience with:
- Arm ROM and strength
- Reusing your affected arm after a stroke or brain injury
- Changes in cognition (memory, problem solving, attention)
- Balance
- Endurance
- Use compensatory and remediation strategies as well as environmental modifications to optimize independence and engagement in everyday tasks
- Arm ROM and strength
- Reusing your affected arm after a stroke or brain injury
- Changes in cognition (memory, problem solving, attention)
- Balance
- Endurance
- Use compensatory and remediation strategies as well as environmental modifications to optimize independence and engagement in everyday tasks
Maintain independence with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, cooking, cleaning, toileting), Instrumental activities of daily living (cooking, cleaning, home management, yard management, taking care of pets), and engagement in leisure activities by addressing challenges you may experience with:
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
DOES FAR NORTH HEALTH SERVICES ACCEPT INSURANCE?
Yes, Far North Accepts Insurance. We are happy to accept a wide range of insurance plans:
- Medicare Part B
- Medicaid
- Aetna
- Cigna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Tricare
- TriWest
- Project Access
- Worker's Compensation
WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM A MOBILE PHYSICAL OR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SESSION?
A mobile physical or occupational therapy session brings the benefits of therapy directly to your doorstep. Based on your medical history, current symptoms, and specific goals for rehabilitation, I will create a treatment plan to address your unique needs.
HOW LONG WILL TREATMENT LAST?
This will vary case by case. Treatment will be tailored to meet you where you are. Session frequency and duration will differ from patient to patient.
Patient Testimonials & Success Stories
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Before when I got out of the hospital, I was lost. They told me about the prosthetic and I did not think I could do it even before the surgery, I had trouble with my knees. When I got home I felt hopeless. It was hard to move around with the wheelchair. Can’t go out of the house because of steps. Then - my PT Erin came over, at first everything was hard. But with her help and passion in three weeks I got out of the house now I am two months home getting sessions three times a week getting stronger. Few days ago I put on a sneaker getting ready for a prosthetic. Now I start believing I can walk again I can live again with the help of my PT, Erin and OT Kari. Thank you girls.
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Patient Testimonials & Success Stories
Before when I got out of the hospital, I was lost. They told me about the prosthetic and I did not think I could do it even before the surgery, I had trouble with my knees. When I got home I felt hopeless. It was hard to move around with the wheelchair. Can’t go out of the house because of steps. Then - my PT Erin came over, at first everything was hard. But with her help and passion in three weeks I got out of the house now I am two months home getting sessions three times a week getting stronger. Few days ago I put on a sneaker getting ready for a prosthetic. Now I start believing I can walk again I can live again with the help of my PT, Erin and OT Kari. Thank you girls.
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If you or your loved one requires physical or occupational therapy services, I am here to help. Feel free to reach out to me directly or fill out the form below for a complimentary phone consultation. The information shared here is completely confidential. We look forward to connecting with you.