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The Reinvention Of Occupational Identity: A Decision-Making Approach
February 21, 2024
This course is designed to familiarize clinicians of all levels with the Reinvention of Occupational Identity: A Decision-Making Framework. The purpose of the framework is to act as a guide for clinic... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Nature As Co-Therapist Podcast
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February 15, 2024
The evidence overwhelmingly supports the positive role of nature in health and well-being. In this course, attendees will learn about nature-based therapy and its application to clinical practice acro... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Continued Learning Podcast Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
12 Ways to Progress Any PT or OT Exercise, Activity, or Movement, Part 2
February 12, 2024
Therapists who routinely add spice and variety to their treatment methods are able to offer something new to their patients – a delighted therapist. Come enjoy this “sampler platter” of evidence... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
12 Ways to Progress Any PT or OT Exercise, Activity, or Movement, Part 1
February 8, 2024
Therapists who routinely add variety to their treatment methods can now offer something new to their patients – an inspired therapist. Come enjoy this “sampler platter” of evidence-based ideas f... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Aging Caregivers: What To Know And How To Best Provide Support
January 24, 2024
Occupational therapy practitioners provide a tremendous amount of support to patients who receive support from an aging family caregiver. Aging family caregivers often face unique circumstances and ar... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Healthy Transitions: An Opportunity For OT Intervention
January 18, 2024
Transitions in life are a natural part of being human; however, navigating change isn’t always easy. Facing the unknown can sometimes cause feelings of stress, anxiety, fear, worry, or depression. O... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Early Intervention and School-Based Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Pediatrics
Skilled Nursing Facility Interventions: Interdisciplinary Collaboration Between Therapists And Certified Nursing Assistants
January 3, 2024
Interdisciplinary collaboration between therapy and certified nursing assistants in the skilled nursing setting will be discussed in this course. Perceived barriers and ideas for successful implementa... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Virtual Conference: Skilled Nursing Interventions
Skilled Nursing Facility Interventions: WC19 And The Transportation Of Older Adults In Wheelchairs
December 20, 2023
Motor vehicle safety for drivers and passengers has increased exponentially over the past forty years. According to the literature, people seated in wheelchairs during travel are forty-five times more... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Virtual Conference: Skilled Nursing Interventions
Skilled Nursing Facility Interventions: Positioning Around The Clock Matters
December 13, 2023
Therapeutic positioning for residents of skilled nursing facilities can lead to better sleep quality and daytime alertness, with reduced pain and agitation when provided skillfully throughout the day... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Virtual Conference: Skilled Nursing Interventions
Skilled Nursing Facility Interventions: Applying GEMS States, A Case Study Utilizing Positive Approach To Care
December 7, 2023
The previous course in this series introduced you to Teepa Snow and her Positive Approach to Care. This course will take the skills and techniques learned and apply them to a case study to illustrate... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Virtual Conference: Skilled Nursing Interventions
Skilled Nursing Facility Interventions: An Introduction To Teepa Snow And Positive Approach to Care
December 6, 2023
There is so much more to supporting a person living with dementia than just knowing they have the diagnosis. This presentation will introduce you to Teepa Snow, the Positive Approach to Care, and skil... Read More
Gerontology and Aging Virtual Conference: Skilled Nursing Interventions
Cognitive Interventions In The Home: A Practical Approach For OT Professionals
September 14, 2023
Becoming skilled in addressing cognition serves practitioners in all settings as it may be the key to patients reaching their maximum level of performance. This course aims to elevate OT practitioners... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Cognition and Executive Function Gerontology and Aging
Substance Misuse In The Elderly And Use Of Screening, Brief Intervention, And Referral To Treatment (SBIRT)
August 31, 2023
Substance use disorders are a significant problem in the elderly population. Studies have shown that elderly patients with substance use disorders have very good outcomes when diagnosed and treatment... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Pelvic Muscle Dysfunction And Continence Improvement: A Primer For Occupational Therapy
July 27, 2023
This seminar provides an overview of anatomy and physiology of normal voiding and muscle function related to continence. Different types of incontinence are identified, and assessment/treatment strate... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Returning The Skills To Skilled Nursing Facility Rehabilitation
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July 13, 2023
Due to time and resource constraints, the full potential of SNF rehabilitation patients is not always realized. This presentation will give specific treatment strategies and interventions to improve t... Read More
Gerontology and Aging
Fostering Meaning And Purpose For Individuals In Senior Living
June 21, 2023
Despite such positive outcomes of meaningful engagement, recent studies have suggested that elderly residents are inactive most of their time, are engaged in passive activities, and do not experience... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness
Optimizing Mobility And Community Engagement For Older Clients
May 10, 2023
The occupation of driving and community mobility among older adults experiencing the health effects of aging and age-related illnesses are reviewed in this course. The roles, responsibilities, and pro... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging
Interdisciplinary Approach To Stroke Rehabilitation: Outpatient, Home Health, And Community Rehabilitation Phase
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January 6, 2023
The unique relationship between the occupational and physical therapist when treating an acute, subacute, or chronic stroke diagnosis will be distinguished in this two-part series. Part two will focus... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Interdisciplinary Approach To Stroke Rehabilitation: Acute Care And Inpatient Rehabilitation Phase
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January 6, 2023
The unique collaboration and relationship between physical and occupational therapists throughout the evaluation and treatment of acute, subacute, and chronic stroke diagnoses will be analyzed in this... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Neurological and Physical Disabilities
Bullying Among Older Adults: Not Just A Playground Problem
December 12, 2022
The definition and incidence of bullying in adult living communities and day centers including what older adult bullying looks like in this population are reviewed in this session. Characteristics of... Read More
Acute Care, Community and Home Health Gerontology and Aging Mental Health, Health and Wellness Professional Issues