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20 Adaptive Kitchen Tools for Easier Cooking and Independence

January 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
Help your clients regain confidence and independence in the kitchen with this comprehensive guide to adaptive cooking tools. Designed to simplify common tasks and reduce physical strain, this resource is perfect for therapists to share with individuals working toward functional, real-world goals.
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10 Mantras for Rehabilitation Therapy

January 31, 2025 by Ashley Zhinin.
Empower your clients with these inspiring posters, designed to spark reflection and build resilience in therapy sessions. Perfect for displaying in therapy spaces, they can serve as conversation starters or personal affirmations to support clients on their journey to recovery.
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Adaptive Equipment and Durable Medical Equipment Checklist

December 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.
This comprehensive checklist of durable medical and adaptive equipment provides therapists with a valuable resource for recommending tools that support patients in their daily lives. Organized by category, it offers an easy reference to help therapists identify equipment that meets each patient’s unique needs, fostering greater independence and safety.
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Helpful Tips and Adaptations for Living with Sensory Changes

November 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.
This resource provides therapists with practical tips and adaptive strategies to share with clients experiencing sensory changes. It covers home adjustments and adaptive tools that can help reduce injury risks while supporting independence in daily tasks. These suggestions empower clients to feel more confident and in control of their environments.
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The Long Haul: Impact of Extended Wheelchair Use

October 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.
Caregivers will understand the challenges that come with long-term wheelchair use with this resource, which touches on physical changes, mental health concerns, and diet considerations.
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Navigating the Complex and Frustrating World of Hospital Bills and Insurance Claims

September 30, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.
Medical bills are increasingly complex and overwhelming, especially with current insurance models. This resource offers a strategy for breaking down costs to ensure that what is being charged is what is actually owed. Boost confidence with money management skills with this activity + full page of tips to help people navigate their hospital bills and insurance claims. Note that this is a U.S.-centric activity and focuses on U.S. legislation as well as typical U.S.-based health insurance policies.
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A Collection of Call Light Signs

August 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.
Printable call light signs of various sizes for various populations as well as safety tips for interdisciplinary teams for call light placement and other considerations.
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Sex and Intimacy — LGBTQIA+

July 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.
This clinical reference outlines what therapists need to know when addressing sex and intimacy with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+.
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Driving Readiness Self Assessment and Considerations

January 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.
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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Physical Requirements for Driving

January 31, 2024 by Ashley Zhinin.
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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