Aging resources

114 printable resources for Aging: patient and caregiver education handouts, therapy materials, clinical references and evaluation tools for speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists and physical therapists. Written and reviewed by practicing clinicians, ready to print, and included in a Therapy Insights membership.

Clinical Reference

Coaching in Rehabilitation Therapy

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultAgingBrain InjuryMental HealthStroke
This clinical reference describes coaching within the context of rehabilitation therapy and highlights coaching principles for behavioral change and goal setting. It is applicable across practice settings.
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Eval Tool Handout

Discharge Recommendations: Cognition Strategies

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultOTSLPAgingBrain InjuryHealth Management and Self AdvocacyHome ModificationsProgressive Neurological ConditionsStroke
Customize your recommendations for patients’ cognitive needs and their level of assistance required for daily and preferred activities at discharge.
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Handout

Hospice Information for Caregivers: Facilitating a Smooth Transition

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsAgingCaregiver SupportsDementia
This resource educates families and caregivers about optimizing the transition to hospice. It provides examples of equipment that may be utilized and highlights safety with transfers and ADL engagement, keeping the patient and family involved, and meaningful activities to complete during end-of-life.
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Handout HEP

Chair Yoga

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTAgingBalance/Vestibular/FallsSports and Exercise
Yoga is a beneficial mode of exercise for all populations and can improve flexibility, strength, and mental health. Some people may not be able to safely engage in traditional yoga, and require chair-level modifications. This handout covers a variety of yoga exercises that can be performed in the chair.
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Handout

Older Adult Fall Prevention: Core Concepts

Print Resource — US Letter — 6 pages
AdultOTAgingBalance/Vestibular/Falls
Falls are among a leading cause of physical injury, disability, and death for the older adult population and are connected to the interrelated aspects of cognition, physical abilities, and the environment. This handout details fall prevention concepts related to these aspects of fall risk for older adults and provides education, insight, and ideas for patients, families, caregivers, and practitioners.
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Therapy Activity

Password Logbook Memory Strategy

Print Resource — US Letter — 6 pages
AdultOTSLPAgingBrain InjuryDementiaStroke
This resource is a compensatory memory strategy for people with a brain injury, providing a space to keep all login and password information organized.
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Handout

What is Mild Cognitive Impairment?

Print Resource — US Letter — 2 pages
AdultSLPAgingDementia
MCI is often under-diagnosed and under-reported for individuals after a stroke, but is highly common. This handout offers an overview of the diagnosis for patients.
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Clinical Reference Eval Tool Handout

Reaction Time + Driving

Print Resource — US Letter — 3 pages
AdultOTADLs/IADLsAgingBrain InjuryStroke
This therapy material provides simple education on reaction time and how it is associated with driving as well therapy activities that can improve reaction time, and a handout portion covering driving tips to combat slower reaction time.
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Clinical Reference

Clinical Guide to Addressing Mild Cognitive Impairment

Print Resource — US Letter — 6 pages
AdultSLPAgingCaregiver SupportsDementia
What is mild cognitive impairment (MCI)? Is it something that we treat? If you’re looking to get a solid foundation in MCI, this guide is for you!
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