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Clinical Reference

Aphasia Institute’s Living with Aphasia: Framework for Outcome Measurement (AFROM)

Print Resource — US Letter — 6 pages
AdultSLPAphasiaStroke
Living with Aphasia: Framework for Outcome Measurement (A-FROM) was developed with values similar to the Life Participation Approach to Aphasia. This material provides background information regarding the four domains determined to contribute to quality of life with aphasia and how to better assess and treat these domains to improve overall life with aphasia. Kagan, A., […]
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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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Lifestyle Choices to Support Brain Health

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AdultOTSLPAgingDementiaMental HealthSports and Exercise
This handout covers a variety of lifestyle choices that support brain health. Gomes Gonçalves N, Vidal Ferreira N, Khandpur N, et al. Association Between Consumption of Ultraprocessed Foods and Cognitive Decline. JAMA Neurol. 2023;80(2):142–150. doi:10.1001/jamaneurol.2022.4397 Martini D. (2019). Health Benefits of Mediterranean Diet. Nutrients, 11(8), 1802. Paluch A., Bajpai S., Bassett D., Carnethon M., Eklund […]
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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. Reisberg, B., Ferris, S. H., & Franssen, E. (1985). An ordinal functional assessment tool for Alzheimer’s-type dementia. […]
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Clinical Reference

Ambiguous Loss

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryCOVID-19DementiaMental 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. Pauline, B., & Boss, P. (2009). Ambiguous loss: Learning to live with unresolved grief. Harvard University Press.
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Handout

Strategies for Navigating Dizziness

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
AdultOTSLPBalance/VestibularBrain InjuryMultiple SclerosisParkinson’sStroke
This handout provides strategies for navigating dizziness and vertigo.
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Clinical Reference

Breastfeeding Basics for the SLP

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
PediatricSLPBirth to 3Feeding and Swallowing
Breastfeeding rates are currently on the rise in the forms of exclusive breastfeeding, breastfeeding, and pumping. This guide will serve as a cheat cheat for some basic information for SLPs that are working with breastfeeding infants. Cadwell, K., & Turner-Maffei, C. (2022). Pocket guide for lactation management. Jones & Bartlett Learning. Dieterich, C. M., Felice, […]
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Handout

Improving Feeding Outcomes in Infants with GERD

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PediatricSLPBirth to 3Feeding and Swallowing
Gastroesophageal reflux (GER) is an extremely common issue in infants. When it becomes more severe, it can be diagnosed as Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). GERD can have a significant impact on feeding experience, caregiver stress, and infant comfort. This resource summarizes the evidenced based interventions that can be use to reduce reflux and improve feeding […]
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Handout

Using Language to Support Transitions for Toddlers

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PediatricSLPBirth-3Language Development
This parent/caregiver handout is designed to give ideas on how to incorporate language into transition times for toddlers to decrease maladaptive behaviors or familial stress. Alt, M., Mettler, H. M., Eriksonn, J. A., Figueroa, C. R., Etters-Thomas, S. E., Arizmendi, G. D., & Oglivie, T. (2019). Exploring input parameters in an expressive vocabulary treatment with […]
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Clinical ReferenceEval Tool

Speech Samples: How to Elicit, Interpret, and Set Treatment Goals

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
PediatricSLPArticulationLanguage Development
This resource gives helpful tips and a roadmap to getting speech samples across age ranges, ways to interpret them and directions for how to make meaningful goals. Spencer, T. D., Tolentino, T. J., & Fostera, M. E. (2023). Impact of discourse type and elicitation task on language sampling outcomes. American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology. Wilder, […]
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30-Day Phonological Awareness Family Activity Pack

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
PediatricSLPArticulationLanguage Development
This take-home activity for families provides quick “homework” activities for them to practice each day to support development of phonological awareness skills.
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Therapy Material

Refilling Medications

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAgingBrain InjuryDementiaMedications and WellnessMemoryPlanning/OrganizingStroke
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
AdultOTAgingAphasiaBalance/VestibularFall Risk
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 InjuryMultiple SclerosisNervous System ConditionsParkinson’sSpinal 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

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AdultOTALSNervous 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
AdultOTSLPAphasiaAttentionBrain InjuryStrokeVisual Impairment/Neglect
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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Driving Readiness Self Assessment and Considerations

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAgingAttentionBrain InjuryDementiaMemorySpinal Cord InjuryStrokeVisual Impairment/Neglect
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. Coleman, R.D., Rapport, L.J., Ergh, T.C., Hanks, R.A., Ricker, J.H., & Millis, S.R. (2002). Predictors of driving […]
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Therapy Material

Creating a Personalized Road Trip

Print Resource — US Letter — 5 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsAttentionBrain InjuryCalculations and TimeFinancesMedications and WellnessMemoryPlanning/OrganizingSequencingStrokeVisual Processing
Rehearse executive function skills and strategies with a personalized road trip activity.
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