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Handout

Types of Strokes

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPStroke
This handout provides simple information about the different types of strokes. Therapists can circle the types of stroke for each client/family member so that they can compare and understand differences.
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Handout

Lifestyle Choices to Support Brain Health

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPAgingBrain InjuryDementiaMental HealthSports and ExerciseStroke
This handout covers a variety of lifestyle choices that support brain health.
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Clinical Reference

Dementia Staging

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPDementia
This resource outlines the stages of dementia using the Functional Assessment Staging Tool (FAST Scale) for dementia, as well as provides considerations for intervention and interacting with individuals at each stage designed for clinicians, family members, and caregivers.
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Clinical Reference

Ambiguous Loss

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryDementiaMental Health
This resource provides information on ambiguous loss for the clinician and has a handout portion to provide to clients and their family or caregivers covering tips for detailing with ambiguous loss.
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Handout

Strategies for Navigating Dizziness

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBalance/Vestibular/FallsBrain InjuryStroke
This handout provides strategies for navigating dizziness and vertigo.
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Therapy Material

Refilling Medications

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAgingBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
This therapy material works on skills required for refilling medications.
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Handout

Exercise Activities for Older Adults

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTAgingBalance/Vestibular/FallsSports and Exercise
This handout describes various exercise activities appropriate for older adults.
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Handout

Physical Requirements for Driving

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryNervous System ConditionsSpinal Cord Injury
This handout covers what physical skills are required for safe driving. Part of the driving series including Visual Requirements for Driving.
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Clinical Reference

Upper Versus Lower Motor Neuron Disorders

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTNervous System Conditions
Upper and lower motor neuron lesions are commonly seen by occupational therapy practitioners across the rehabilitation continuum. This resource will help clinicians distinguish between upper versus lower motor neuron disorders to guide the neurological assessment. Lundy-Ekman, L., & Weyer, A. Neuroscience: Fundamentals for rehabilitation (6th ed.) St. Louis, MO: Elsevier.   Zayia L. C., & Tadi […]
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Handout

Pain Neuroscience Education

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTChronic Pain
Pain neuroscience education has demonstrated efficacy in improving pain, disability, and psychosocial factors among those experiencing chronic pain. This handout provides basic information about pain neuroscience education and a visual metaphor to assist therapists in explaining the concept of central sensitization to clients experiencing chronic pain. Dydyk, A.M., & Givler, A. (2023). Central Pain Syndrome. […]
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Therapy Material

Attention to Detail: An Online or Paper Proofreading Task

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPAphasiaBrain InjuryStrokeVision
Target skills such as sustained attention, alternating attention, judgment/reasoning, visual scanning, and more while independently proofreading a letter or utilizing AI tools to identify and correct errors. The letter is written at a high school reading level.
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Eval Tool

Driving Readiness Self Assessment and Considerations

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAgingBrain InjuryDementiaSpinal Cord InjuryStrokeVision
Use the following self-rating questions related to barriers to return to driving to assess self-awareness of limitations and guide discussion about aids, devices, and/or strategies that can assist with working toward the goal of operating a vehicle again.
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Therapy Material

Creating a Personalized Road Trip

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsBrain InjuryStroke
Rehearse executive function skills and strategies with a personalized road trip activity.
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Collaborative Care: Creating Space for Patients to Create Goals

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAgingAphasiaBrain InjuryDysphagiaMotor Speech/Dysarthria/ApraxiaSpinal Cord InjuryStrokeVisionVoice
This template allows for a partnership between the patient and the therapist to create meaningful goals. A supplemental page provides space for goals to be paired with ideas for addressing the goals outside of therapy.
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Therapy Material

2024 Weekly Calendars

Print Resource — US Letter — 53 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAgingBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
Weekly calendars to assist with orientation, planning, and organizing.
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Therapy Material

2024 Monthly Calendars

Print Resource — US Letter — 12 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAgingBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
Low-vision calendars to assist with orientation. Mark off each day when it’s done!
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Therapy Material

Spot the Difference at the Grocery Store

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultBrain InjuryStrokeVision
This therapy material works on a variety of visual perceptual skills using images from a grocery store for a functional real-world version of spot the difference.
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Clinical Reference

Aging in Place: Supporting Nutrition & Hydration

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryChronic PainDementiaMental Health
This resource provides information focused on supporting safe and proper nutrition and hydration in the elderly at home, including the risks of malnutrition and dehydration, contributing factors, and interventions.
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Clinical Reference

Psychopharmacology Reference

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryChronic PainDementiaMental Health
This clinical reference sheet provides an overview of major medications used to treat mental health conditions commonly seen by occupational and speech therapy practitioners. This handout includes medications such as antidepressants, stimulants, mood stabilizers, and anxiolytics, with common generic and brand names and potential side effects relevant to occupational and speech therapy practice.
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