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Benefits of Speech and Occupational Therapists Working Together: There are many great benefits of occupational and speech therapists working together. The multi-disciplinary approach is one of the most effective ways to see results. This approach encompasses therapy from a variety of viewpoints. During therapy, the patient can get exposure to sensory or motor activities while also working on language. For a speech pathologist, the main focus of therapy is language but sensory breaks can be built into make therapy more fun and interactive. This way, many goals can be targeted and the child is exposed to both language and sensory/motor concerns. For an occupational therapist, while working on motor planning, speech commands and cues are incorporated into treatment as well so that the child is getting language exposure outside of speech therapy. Working hand in hand helps increase the child’s exposure to both types of therapy, making the experience holistic and more successful. #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #occupationaltherapystudent #occupationaltherapyforkids #occupationaltherapyforchildren #speechtherapy #speechtherapist #speechlanguagepathology #speechlanguagepathologist #speechandlanguage #specialneeds #specialneedsparenting

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Market research question for therapy agency owners who place school-based occupational therapists in school districts: What types of training and preparation do you provide to your new OTs prior to their start in a school district? This would include new grads, OTs changing work settings, OTs transferring from another agency and OTs returning to work after an extended leave of absence. I sincerely appreciate your input!

Occupational Therapy Career Close-Up Highlights: -Job shadowing is critical for deciding between speech therapy, physical therapy, and occupational therapy. -OT school prerequisites vary, so students must research the requirements for each school they are considering. -OT doctoral programs are very intensive three-year programs with no summers off. -Finding a work-life balance and not taking work home is an adjustment for new occupational therapists. https://buff.ly/3TXzqIX

Working as a team is crucial when it comes to supporting children and young people in reaching their goals. Children's development in Occupational Therapy involves a collaborative approach which can have a positive impact. By working as a team, we allow individuals to have support in all areas from a range of different people; their needs are being met and holistic approaches are used. Having everyone involved means that we identify strengths and needs as we go through the process and can adapt as needed. Consistency is needed across settings to achieve goals so by having open communication, we are also trying to maintain this consistency. Children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities learn from watching as well as ‘doing’, it’s beneficial as they can observe people in different environments not just in one setting. Everyone needs to celebrate our children and young people, by having this team approach, this is possible! Develop your confidence as an Occupational Therapist and join a supportive network. 💻 https://lnkd.in/ewhKJEtW 📩 diana@dotsforchildren.com ☎️ 020 3538 8337 #OccupationalTherapists #OccupationalTherapyJobs #PrivatePractice

AMAZINGBRAINZ ASSESSMENT TOOLS Assessments to determine where a child is on the development spectrum can be done by specialised therapists such as educational psychologists and occupational therapists, but such testing is expensive, time consuming and limited to a particular field of expertise. www.amazingbrainz.org #amazingbrainz #earlychildhooddevelopment #braindevelopment #braindevelopmentactivity #braindevelopmentprogram #earlybraindevelopment #learningthroughplay #brainstimulation

Occupational Therapists (OTs) are the superheroes of helping people regain the ability to get back to doing the daily tasks they love. From dressing and bathing to cooking and hobbies, OTs empower people of all ages to participate in meaningful activities. How has OT helped someone you know? Share your story in the comments! #OTMonth #OccupationalTherapy #LiveLifeToTheFullest

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Through play-based interventions, role-playing and modeling, occupational therapists help children develop and improve social skills and emotional learning. #OTMonth #SocietyOfAlbertaOTs #OTsCanHelp #SocialSkillsMatter #EmotionalLearning