How can the Allen Cognitive Levels help you to provide better treatments for our patients with a cognitive impairment? How can we use this theory to make better discharge planning? How can we help our patient’s be successful in their own environments with dementia? Dr Patricia Cornille OTD and Carol Luhman OTR, both former presidents […]
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Occupational Therapist have a unique role when working in a community based setting for older adults with developmental disabilities. Guest Tomeico Faison OTR/L not only has a passion for providing services to this population, but has grown an OT business! From assessments and case studies to finding a way to serve an unmet need, she
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Occupational therapy certifications and specialties – they are great for honing in on what you’d like to specialize in OT. We discuss what’s out there and what are some options for both OTRs and OTAs as not all occupational therapy advanced certifications are worth it! Any certifications or specialties that have impacted your career and
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Looking to learn more about being an occupational therapy practitioner and fostering inclusivity with older adults in the LGBTQ+ community? Learn about the stats, get more information on inclusive language, check out these resources and gain knowledge on practical strategies to increase your competency. Anything you would love to add – leave us a comment!
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Occupational therapy and mental health go hand in hand. Are you addressing depression with your patients that are older adults when working in a setting that is not SNF mental health specific like in a or home health? In this week’s OT Flourish Podcast Betweenisode, Mandy and Sarah chat about how it is imperative that we
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How can we as occupational therapy practitioners be more client center through awareness of our own implicit biases? Stephanie Lancaster OTR, shares tips and resources on ways we can learn more about OT diversity, inclusivity and help us be better practitioners. Don’t miss an episode! Subscribe here on iTunes, Stitcher, or any podcast app What is OT Diversity? Diversity
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Productivity in occupational therapy is a hot topic! Shannon Bertsch OTR discusses what she learned from attending many courses on productivity and ethics at the AOTA Conference this year, as a way to gain knowledge, collect tips and optimize client centered care, all while maintaining professional responsibility. Let’s dig into productivity in skilled nursing facilities! Is
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What is Occupational Therapy’s role in Acute Care? Sarah Stromsdorfer MS, OTR from myOTspot.com talks about the best parts and the challenges of being a practitioner in this role. She also talks about acute care treatment ideas and assessments used. Resources from the Show: Focusing on Occupation in Occupational Therapy Podcast (#1 downloaded Seniors
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Why should and how can occupational therapy practitioners better collaborate with other disciplines – not just in the workplace. Guest Nichole Kain OTR/L, MA, CAPS shares why this is such an important aspect of the OT profession! From the Show: Seniors Flourish Podcast: Occupational Therapy Leadership: The Seniors Flourish Story – OT Miri interviews Mandy Chamberlain
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