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Fall Prevention Jul 05, 2018

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How can occupational therapy practitioners truly address falls with our patients? Marla Pomeranz talks about how it is not just balance assessments and environmental modifications and how we need to address our patients holistically to make the most impact in the lives of our patients!

Resources from the Show:

Matter of Balance

Call 2-11: local community resource line

TUG balance test

More Cowbelt: custom gait belts

Connect with Stephanie Via Twitter @theoutloudot and check out her podcast, On the Air

This episode of the Seniors Flourish Podcast is brought to you by Promenaid

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OT's Role in Mental Health and Depression in a Physical Disability Setting Jun 28, 2018

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Are you addressing depression with your patients that are older adults when working in a physical disability setting? In this week's Seniors Flourish Podcast Betweenisode, Mandy and Sarah chat about how it is imperative that we are listening to our patients and addressing their mental health in any setting. We also talk about how we can easily assess for depression and provide the resources our patients need.

Resources from the show:

Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS)

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 24 hours/day

OT's role in mental health (AOTA)

Depression in older adults article (Mental Health America)

My OT Spot Mental Health blog post

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I appreciate you taking the time to join me this week.

If you have ANY suggestions on OT podcast topics focusing on the older adult, I'd love to hear your suggestions. Head on over to SeniorsFlourish.com/occupationaltherapypodcast.

And don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates and be sure to not miss an episode. Plus, it's free!

OT Diversity, Inclusivity and Implicit Bias Jun 20, 2018

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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 diversity, inclusivity and help us be better practitioners.

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Resources from the Show:

Resource list click here

Connect with Stephanie Via Twitter @theoutloudot and check out her podcast, On the Air

This episode of the Seniors Flourish Podcast is brought to you by Promenaid

Promenaid is the world's first code-compliant continuous handrail combining elegance, versatility and easy installation. Promenaid handrails can climb stairs and navigate any corner or change in slope so your patients can safely go where they want (& need!) to go.

Thanks for Listening!

I appreciate you taking the time to join me this week.

If you have ANY suggestions on OT podcast topics focusing on the older adult, I'd love to hear your suggestions. Head on over to SeniorsFlourish.com/occupationaltherapypodcast.

And don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates and be sure to not miss an episode. Plus, it's free!

Pros and Cons of Working PRN OT Jun 14, 2018

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On this Seniors Flourish Betweenisode, Mandy and Sarah chat about the pros and cons of working PRN as an occupational therapy practitioner and talk about how eating weird foods snagged their future husbands...

Resources from the show:

Blog Post: Pros and Cons of Working PRN in OT

Learn more about our sponsors

Clinitote is a luxury medical bag for OTs by an OT! Use my discount code: SFpodcast30 and get 30% off any bag

Thanks for Listening!

I appreciate you taking the time to join me this week.

If you have ANY suggestions on OT podcast topics focusing on the older adult, I'd love to hear your suggestions. Head on over to SeniorsFlourish.com/occupationaltherapypodcast.

And don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates and be sure to not miss an episode. Plus, it's free!

Changing the Culture of Nursing Homes Through "Flipping SNFs" Jun 06, 2018

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Samia Rafeedie OTD, OTR/L, BCPR, CBIS shares her passion for "Flipping SNFs" - where occupational therapy can serve as a catalyst to change the culture of a nursing home through shared governance and empowering not only our residents, but frontline workers, as well.

Resources from the Show

This episode of the Seniors Flourish Podcast is brought to you by Promenaid

Thanks for Listening!

I appreciate you taking the time to join me this week.

If you have ANY suggestions on OT podcast topics focusing on the older adult, I'd love to hear your suggestions. Head on over to SeniorsFlourish.com/podcast.

And don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates and be sure to not miss an episode. Plus, it's free!

*BONUS Episode* Shakin' Things Up at the Seniors Flourish Podcast Jun 05, 2018

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Productivity Standards (and Ethics!) in Today's Occupational Therapy World May 09, 2018

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Productivity standards 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.

Resources from the Show:

8 Productivity Tips for Occupational Therapists Working in SNFs

Seniors Flourish Podcast: Being an Authentic OT Practitioners in Today's Expectations with Debora Davidson PhD, OTR/L

Consensus Statement From AOTA, APTA, and ASHA on Clinical Judgment in Health Care Settings

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I appreciate you taking the time to join me this week.

If you have ANY suggestions on OT podcast topics focusing on the older adult, I'd love to hear your suggestions. Head on over to SeniorsFlourish.com/podcast.

And don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates and be sure to not miss an episode. Plus, it's free!

Acute Care + Occupational Therapy Apr 12, 2018

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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 Flourish episode!)

Occupational Therapy Intervention In Acute Care

Occupational Therapy in Acute Care

Research: Higher hospital spending on occupational therapy is associated with lower readmission rates. Medical Care Research and Review, 1–19.

This episode is brought to you by the Seniors Flourish Learning Lab Membership

Skip buying an OT book and dive into an OT membership resource!

The Lab is completely community driven - all OT resources, treatment videos, patient handouts, etc are at the request of the members.

Don't see something you need? No problem! Drop me a line and I will find the things you need to feel confident and evidence based in your OT practice with new content every single week.

Need support with clinical questions or professional advice? Any time! Contact me via email or get support from the private Facebook group.

What is included?

Click Here to Take a Sneak Peek of the Learning Lab (and check out what's behind the scenes for yourself!)

Click here to sign up today! Thanks for Listening!

I appreciate you taking the time to join me this week.

If you have ANY suggestions on OT podcast topics focusing on the older adult, I'd love to hear your suggestions. Head on over to SeniorsFlourish.com/podcast.

And don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates and be sure to not miss an episode. Plus, it's free!

Cross Discipline Collaboration in Occupational Therapy Mar 28, 2018

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Why should we 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 Chat:

Podcast: Occupational Therapy Leadership: The Seniors Flourish Story - OT Miri interviews Mandy Chamberlain MOTR/L

Rebuilding Together

Homeandplaceproject.com

Research Article: With Whom Do Researchers Collaborate and Why

This episode is brought to you by the Seniors Flourish Learning Lab Membership

Skip buying an OT book and dive into an OT membership resource!

The Lab is completely community driven - all OT resources, treatment videos, patient handouts, etc are at the request of the members.

Don't see something you need? No problem! Drop me a line and I will find the things you need to feel confident and evidence based in your OT practice with new content every single week.

Need support with clinical questions or professional advice? Any time! Contact me via email or get support from the private Facebook group.

What is included?

Click Here to Take a Sneak Peek of the Learning Lab (and check out what's behind the scenes for yourself!)

Click here to sign up today! Thanks for Listening!

I appreciate you taking the time to join me this week.

If you have ANY suggestions on OT podcast topics focusing on the older adult, I'd love to hear your suggestions. Head on over to SeniorsFlourish.com/podcast.

And don't forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates and be sure to not miss an episode. Plus, it's free!

Coping Strategies for Pelvic Pain in Older Adults Mar 16, 2018

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How can occupational therapy practitioners help our older adult patients that have chronic pelvic pain? Guest Allison Landry OT, gives some practical examples and tools to help you better serve older adults.

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Resources from the Show:

OPTP Smart Roller Sits Pads for prolonged sitting

Squatty Potty

Voiding Diary

Bladder Irritants

Prelief takes acidic content out of foods/liquids

Calm & Headspace free apps for mindfulness/breathing Simplify Your Documentation Podcast Explain Pain by David Butler More OT Fun:

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Thanks for Listening!

I appreciate you taking the time to join me this week.

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