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Teoríade las cucharasy lesión cerebral traumática

October 31, 2025 by Megan Berg.
La “Teoría de las Cucharas” fue creada por Christine Miserandino para ayudar a explicar cómo las lesiones cerebrales afectan los recursos de energía de una persona. Esta actividad grupal puede ayudar a iniciar una conversación sobre qué actividades mentales y físicas diarias “gastan cucharas” y cuáles “recuperan cucharas” para conservar energía. Esta actividad anima a la persona a identificar las tareas diarias específicas que gastan o recuperan cucharas y a planificar sus responsabilidades semanales usando esta estrategia. También se incluye una lista de actividades para ofrecer ideas sobre qué considerar al conservar energía.
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Holiday Meal Time Planner (Thanksgiving Edition)

October 31, 2025 by Celia Easton Koehler.
Turn a holiday meal into meaningful practice with time, sequencing, and problem-solving. In session, clients use dish preparation and constraint cards with a lane-based schedule to map the day, practicing the same skills required to plan appointments, and daily routines.
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How to Call Someone on an iPhone (large print)

October 31, 2025 by Celia Easton Koehler.
A one-page, large-print guide that shows clients exactly how to place a call on an iPhone using Assistive Access. Use it for step-by-step practice, caregiver coaching, and home carryover. Print or laminate for quick, durable reference.
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After the Fire: How the Brain Rebuilds Paths

October 31, 2025 by Celia Easton Koehler.
This one-page handout uses a forest-fire metaphor to explain neuroplasticity after stroke or brain injury, including what’s lost, what’s protected, and how new routes form (blaze, smoke, scar, new growth, new trails, weeds, distant trees). Use it in-session to set expectations, coach clients on why meaningful practice matters, and redirect maladaptive habits toward efficient, therapy-shaped pathways.
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Neuro-FAST (Neurological Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists) Subtest of Writing and Reading Comprehension

October 31, 2025 by Celia Easton Koehler.
This subtest evaluates real-world reading, writing, and comprehension skills using functional, accessible tasks like reading a bill, sending a message, or following directions. Use it to identify meaningful therapy goals, track progress over time, and build confidence in communication after brain injury or stroke.
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Wernicke’s Encephalopathy and Korsakoff Syndrome

October 31, 2025 by Celia Easton Koehler.
This one-page handout explains Wernicke’s encephalopathy and its progression to Korsakoff syndrome in clear, compassionate language for families. It’s a helpful tool for educating caregivers about what to expect and how therapy can support recovery alongside medical care.
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When Sleep Isn’t Simple

September 30, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
This handout offers fresh, non-obvious strategies for improving sleep after stroke, brain injury, or spinal cord injury. It’s designed for patients who’ve already tried the basics and still struggle to rest. Use it to validate sleep challenges while providing practical tools.
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Neuro-FAST (Neurological Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists): Subtest of Medication Management

September 30, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
Introducing Neuro-FAST: Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists Neuro-FAST is a time-efficient, therapist-centered tool designed to assess functional neurological abilities in acute and post-acute care settings. Each subtest is person-centered, incorporating Quality of Life (QoL) measurements, Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs), and a family-friendly, customizable one-page summary for easy communication. The subtests can be used individually or combined to create a more comprehensive assessment tailored to your clinical needs. Version 1.0 is available for initial feedback as we work toward building a full suite of tools for speech and occupational therapy.
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Neuro-FAST (Neurological Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists): Subtest of Communication

September 30, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
Introducing Neuro-FAST: Functional Assessment Subtests for Therapists Neuro-FAST is a time-efficient, therapist-centered tool designed to assess functional neurological abilities in acute and post-acute care settings. Each subtest is person-centered, incorporating Quality of Life (QoL) measurements, Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs), and a family-friendly, customizable one-page summary for easy communication. The subtests can be used individually or combined to create a more comprehensive assessment tailored to your clinical needs. Version 1.0 is available for initial feedback as we work toward building a full suite of tools for speech and occupational therapy.
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