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Handout

Creating Mealtimes for Tube-Dependent Children

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
PediatricSLPFeeding and Swallowing
Mealtimes provide opportunities for children to experience a wide variety of sensory input as well as lay the foundation for bonding over food. This handout provides tips for caregivers to create mealtimes that meet the child where they are at in their feeding journey to allow for bonding experiences.
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Therapy Activity

Visual Scanning Tasks for Laundry and Coffee Shop Nutrition Labels

Print Resource — US Letter — 6 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStrokeVision
These visual scanning tasks require attention to information in order to follow cleaning recommendations for clothes as well as answer nutritional information about coffee shop drinks.
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Therapy Activity

Community Safety

Print and Audio ResourcePrint Resource — US Letter — 21 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryStroke
This material addresses community safety by identifying signs, symbols, sounds, etc. in the community and their meanings.
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Clinical Reference

Functional Alternatives to Theraputty

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AdultOTArthritisOrthopaedicsStroke
This resource provides examples of functional ways to address hand strength and coordination as an alternative to theraputty.
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Handout

Social Cues

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
This handout details different social cues to be aware of to help aid clients with social participation and appropriateness. It is appropriate for people with a brain injury, dementia, young adult autism, or developmental delays.
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Therapy Activity

Social Cues in Practice

Print Resource — US Letter — 7 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
This therapy material provides two methods for practicing and improving nonverbal social skills. It is appropriate for people with a brain injury, dementia, young adult autism, or developmental delays.
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Clinical Reference

Caring for Pets: Treatment Strategies

Print Resource — US Letter — 4 pages
AdultOTSLPADLs/IADLsArthritisBalance/Vestibular/FallsBrain InjuryChronic PainNervous System ConditionsSpinal Cord InjuryStroke
This resource breaks down the IADL of pet care into practical treatment strategies, task analyses, and safety considerations so you can confidently integrate meaningful, client-centered goals into your therapy sessions.
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Handout

Facial Nerves and Muscles

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTSLPBrain InjuryMotor Speech/Dysarthria/ApraxiaStroke
This handout provides a general explanation for patients and family members to understand and visualize the nerves and muscles involved in facial sensations and movements.
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Clinical Reference

Pharyngeal and Laryngeal Landmarks as seen on FEES

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AdultSLPDysphagia
Use this diagram to better understand pharyngeal and laryngeal anatomical landmarks during FEES.
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Handout

Gastroparesis and Swallowing Considerations

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AdultSLPDysphagia
This resource provides information on gastroparesis and considerations for swallowing.
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Therapy Activity

Medication Safety — How Many Pills?

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AdultADLs/IADLsAgingBrain InjuryStroke
To target medication management, the person must calculate the total amount of pills consumed in one day based on the medication labels provided.
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Therapy Activity

Communication Breakdowns and Repair for Neurodiverse Patients

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PediatricSLPAutismLanguage Development
This resource provides a guided activity to support a neurodiverse child in identifying and repairing communication breakdowns.
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Therapy Activity

Playful Pronouns: Practicing Pronouns with Young Children

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
PediatricSLPLanguage Development
Use this simple and easy activity to target direct and indirect pronouns with a younger or pre-literate client.
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Therapy Activity

/L/ Sound Practice

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
PediatricSLPArticulation and Phonology
Production of the /L/ sound can be successful with the help of fun activities and tools. This resource provides suggestions for targeting /L/ sounds at word level.
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Clinical Reference

Motivational Techniques for Mealtime with Autistic Kids

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PediatricSLPAutismFeeding and Swallowing
This resource is for families of children with autism spectrum disorder who experience difficulty with managing mealtime behaviors.
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Handout

Moving Towards Neurodiversity

Print Resource — US Letter — 1 page
PediatricSLPAutismLanguage DevelopmentLiteracyPediatric Brain Injury
Current society is still very much in the “normal vs. abnormal” mindset when it comes to neurological differences. This handout is designed with parents/caregivers in mind and provides the basics of the concept of neurodiversity. It is presented in contrast to the current dominant normal vs. abnormal model.
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Handout

Managing Cancer Related Fatigue

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AdultOTSLPCancer
This handout provides tips to help people with cancer manage their fatigue.
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Handout

What Is Diabetic Ketoacidosis

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AdultOTSLPDiabetes
This handout is for individuals who are experiencing diabetic ketoacidosis of metabolic acidosis.
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Clinical Reference Eval Tool

Cerebellar Examination

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPNervous System Conditions
This document outlines the basics of a coordination or cerebellar examination. Use it to screen individuals with complex neurologic impairment or monitor progression of cerebellar diseases.
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Handout

Manual Wheelchair Propulsion Strategies

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSeating and MobilitySpinal Cord Injury
For when your patient is pushing harder than they need to—and paying for it with shoulder or wrist pain. This gives you clear, practical ways to coach more efficient propulsion and start protecting their joints long term.
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