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Handout

Speech Therapy and Parkinson’s Disease

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPProgressive Neurological Conditions
This one-page handout is designed for therapists to share at Parkinson’s support groups or with individuals navigating speech, voice, cognitive, and swallowing changes. It provides a clear overview of how speech therapy optimizes quality of life for people with Parkinson’s, emphasizing early intervention and practical strategies for maintaining communication and safety.
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Clinical Reference Eval Tool

Using the BOLUS Framework in Collaborative Dysphagia Care

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultSLPDysphagia
This resource provides a structured approach to applying the BOLUS framework in dysphagia management, helping clinicians assess aspiration-related risks while keeping patient goals at the center of care. Designed for interdisciplinary collaboration, it includes a practical risk assessment checklist and guidance on engaging patients, families, and healthcare teams in shared decision-making.
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Handout

Reflux, Swallowing, and Long-Term PPI Use

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
This handout helps patients understand the connection between reflux, swallowing, and long-term PPI use while offering practical, evidence-informed strategies for managing symptoms. Designed for therapists to share in clinical settings, it provides a balanced discussion of risks, alternatives, and lifestyle modifications to empower informed decision-making.
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Therapy Material

Reading and Comparing CARFAX Reports

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStrokeVision
This resource provides a structured way for clients to practice attention to detail, sustained focus, and decision-making using real-world CARFAX reports. Rather than focusing on right or wrong answers, the activity helps clients identify and refine strategies that support their ability to process detailed written information effectively.
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Clinical Reference

Guide for Troubleshooting One-Way Speaking Valves

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultSLPDysphagiaVoice
This guide offers practical troubleshooting tips for SLPs working with patients using one-way speaking valves, addressing common challenges to improve airway function, phonation, and communication. With a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and individualized care, it provides clear, actionable strategies to enhance patient outcomes and tolerance of speaking valves.
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Handout Therapy Material

Memory Strategies: Finding What Works for You

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
This handout provides a categorized list of practical memory strategies designed for individuals with mild memory impairments. It helps therapists guide their clients in selecting, testing, and refining strategies that align with their strengths, making memory support both personalized and effective.
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Clinical Reference

Understanding Functional Neurological Disorder (FND): A Guide for Therapists

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTNervous System Conditions
This resource provides occupational therapists with a practical framework for evaluating and treating functional neurological disorder (FND), recognizing the wide range of treatment approaches available. It equips therapists with strategies, discussion points, and flexible interventions to support patients in navigating their unique recovery journey.
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Clinical Reference Handout

Wheelchair Cushion Guide

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSeating and Mobility
This guide provides a clear, visual reference for selecting the right cushion based on comfort, positioning, and pressure relief needs. Designed for therapists to use in sessions or share with patients, this resource simplifies cushion options to support informed decision-making and improve seating outcomes.
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Clinical Reference

Goal Setting in Progressive Neurological Conditions: Remediation vs. Adaptation

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTProgressive Neurological Conditions
This resource helps therapists balance remediation and adaptation when setting goals for individuals with progressive neurological conditions, ensuring therapy remains functional, meaningful, and aligned with the client’s needs. With clear guidelines, condition-specific examples, and practical goal-writing strategies, this guide supports therapists in providing effective, person-centered care.
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Eval Tool

Aspiration Risk Reduction Protocol

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultSLPDysphagia
This Aspiration Risk Reduction Protocol helps ensure consistent, evidence-based strategies for reducing aspiration risk in hospitalized adults. Designed for SLPs and interdisciplinary teams, this bedside-friendly tool improves collaboration by guiding nurses through initial screening and providing clear, actionable steps for ongoing aspiration management.
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Handout HEP

Swallow Exercises

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultSLPDysphagia
This handout provides clear, patient-friendly explanations of common swallowing exercises, linking each one to the symptoms patients may experience. Perfect for therapists to use in sessions or send home with patients, it helps bridge the gap between clinical recommendations and real-life swallowing challenges.
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Therapy Material

Storytelling for People with Aphasia

Print Resource — US Letter — 10 pages
AdultSLPAphasia
Help individuals with aphasia organize and share meaningful personal experiences with this personal story mapping activity. This structured template supports storytelling, word retrieval, and self-expression, making it easier for clients to build narratives in therapy sessions.
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Therapy Material

Reading Food Labels: A Real-World Scanning & Decision-Making Activity

Print Resource — US Letter — 48 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyStrokeVision
Help clients strengthen their ability to scan, interpret, and apply real-world visual information with this food label activity. Designed for neuro rehab, this resource provides a structured way to practice attention to detail, problem-solving, and decision-making using nutrition and ingredient labels.
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Therapy Material

Scanning for Clarity: A Cognitive Exercise in Reading Vitamin Labels

Print Resource — US Letter — 14 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyStrokeVision
This activity helps clients strengthen visual scanning, working memory, and real-world decision-making by analyzing and interpreting vitamin labels. Designed for neuro rehab and cognitive therapy, it challenges clients to locate key information, compare options, and consider medication interactions, all within a functional, everyday task.
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Therapy Material

Routine & Transition Planning Sheets

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
PediatricOTSLPExecutive FunctionPediatric Brain Injury
Help your clients build self-awareness and self-advocacy with this Routine & Transition Planning Sheet, a structured tool designed for autistic individuals, ADHD diagnoses, and brain injury survivors. This resource guides them in identifying challenging transitions, exploring personalized strategies, and creating a clear plan to communicate their needs to parents, teachers, and support teams.
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Handout

Helping Kids Communicate Their Needs: A Guide for Parents

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
PediatricSLPAACLanguage Development
This handout helps parents redirect their child’s behavior by providing simple, effective scripts that teach kids what to do instead of just telling them what not to do. Designed for therapists using a parent coaching model, this resource supports families in reinforcing self-advocacy, emotional regulation, and alternative communication strategies through consistent, real-life practice.
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Clinical Reference

Collaborative IEP Meetings: A Multidisciplinary Guide for Meaningful Parent Engagement

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
PediatricOTSLPAACApraxia of SpeechArticulation and PhonologyAutismExecutive FunctionFluencyLanguage DevelopmentLiteracyPediatric Brain InjurySensory
This is a practical resource designed for therapists to share with parents and colleagues, helping to foster a more family-centered, inclusive approach to IEP meetings. Packed with actionable strategies, checklists, and parent advocacy tools, this guide empowers teams to create meetings where parents feel heard, valued, and truly part of the decision-making process.
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Handout

100 Children’s Books Featuring Disabilities and Neurodiversity

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PediatricOTSLPAACAutismExecutive FunctionFluencyLiteracySensory
This resource features 100 children’s books across 10 categories, including wheelchair use, deafness, dyslexia, stuttering, autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, physical disabilities and differences, cerebral palsy, and sensory processing. With one printable page per topic, therapists can easily share relevant book recommendations with parents and families to foster understanding and inclusion. These carefully selected stories empower children and encourage meaningful conversations about disability and neurodiversity.
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Therapy Material

Exercises in Telling and Calculating Time (Analog Clocks)

Print Resource — US Letter — 8 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
This resource provides functional, real-life activities to help individuals in neuro rehab tell time and calculate elapsed time using practical strategies. It includes engaging exercises and adaptable approaches to support independence in daily routines.
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