Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy Special Interest Group (SIG) Spring Conference 2014 Saturday, March 15 th Quinsigamond Community College Please register online at www.maot.org The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA
Conference Objectives: This half-day symposium is designed to provide an opportunity to explore specific dimensions of occupational therapy practice and professional development. Educational sessions will focus on client/family-centered occupation-based practice, evidence-based practice, and contemporary knowledge and skills for OT intervention in the areas of pediatrics, physical rehabilitation, and mental health. Learning Objectives: Through participation in this conference participants will be able to: Acknowledge and identify innovative practice techniques and research findings pertinent to specific practice areas Describe current approaches of interprofessional collaboration within OT practice Network with colleagues Acknowledgments Conference Chairs: Said Nafai, MS, OTR/L Karen Hefler, OTR/L Contact Hours/AOTA CEUs: Conference attendees/learners will be eligible for a total of 4 contact hours (.4 AOTA CEU) based on attainment of learning objectives. The learner is responsible for completing and signing his/her assessment of attained learning objectives on the contact hour/ceu tracking form and obtaining the convener's signature and/or stamp at the conclusion of each session. This tracking form will be included in each learner's conference packet and must be turned in at the registration desk prior to exiting the conference. Official contact hour/aota CEUs will be kept on file at the MAOT office and an official verification certificate will be emailed to the participant within 30 days of the conference. Confirmation & Cancellation: Registrants are welcome to confirm their registration or obtain additional information by contacting MAOT at (781) 647-5556 or visit the web site at www.maot.org. Fees are refundable only if notification of cancellation is received two weeks prior to the conference. There will be a $ 25.00 charge for a returned check. Continuing Education Accessibility Policy: MAOT is committed to providing equal access and reasonable accommodations for all participants in this continuing education offering in accordance with the ADA. Please indicate your need for ADA accommodations on the registration form and contact MAOT at least two weeks before the conference so that arrangements can be made. SAVE THE DATE MAOT Annual 2014 Conference November 7, 2014 Four Points by Sheraton Norwood For additional information www.maot.org
7:30 a.m. 8:15 a.m. Registration and Exhibits 8:15 a.m. 9:15 a.m. Keynote: Thinking Outside the Therapist Role Presenter: Jill Perry, MHA, MS, OTR/L; Karen Samstad Had, MS, CCC-SLP; Meghan Gallahan Graham, MS, CCC-SLP Collaboration and technology are vital skills for future success in work and life. The Partnership for 21st century skills developed an educational framework that recognizes learning and innovation skills are as necessary to future success as the Common Core Curriculum. OT practitioners are in a prime position to focus on these skills which include Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity, and Communication. Hear about the evolution of one OT/SLP team's journey toward collaboration and development of technological tools to enhance client proficiencies for the 21st century. Although illustrated through school-based practice, this session is applicable to all practice arenas 1. Define how OT Practitioners contribute to development of collaboration, critical thinking, creativity and communication in children. 2. Identify ways in which technology can be used to promote collaboration, critical thinking, creativity and communication. 3. Become aware of the knowledge and resources necessary to begin creation of a therapeutic internetwork operating system application (ios app.) Intermediate AOTA Classification Codes: Domain of OT [Performance skills]; OT Process [Intervention]; Professional Issues Contemporary Issues and Trends [Interprofessional Collaboration] Presentation Sessions SESSION A 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Session IA: Fostering Staff Support for Mental Health OT Presenter: Elizabeth Stevens-Nafai, OTR/L Getting staff buy in and support to create client centered mental health treatment can be a challenging process; there are many factors that can cause occupational therapy practitioners to get "lost in translation". This presentation looks at the components behind collaboration, and asks the participant to develop and make plans to apply a strategy to support his/her work in their setting. A unique model of strong collaboration from an adolescent unit will be analyzed. 1. Identify successful components of team work and collaboration in MH settings. 2. Develop an individualized strategy to create staff buy in for mental health OT within his/her practice setting. 3. Apply a plan to foster staff support in his/her practice setting. Introductory AOTA Classification Codes: OT Process [Intervention]; Professional Issues Contemporary Issues and Trends [Professional Collaboration]
Session IIA: Understanding Executive Functions and Implementing Simple Strategies in the School Setting Presenter: Deborah Miett, OTR/L and Michelle Brown, MOT, OTR/L, BCP Executive Functions includes 11 areas of thinking and behavioral strategies which help us to function in an organized fashion. Response to Intervention has required that OT practitioners help develop students skills prior to referral to special education. This session will explain in detail the components of executive functions and provide strategies to implement them in an inclusive and small group setting. 1. Understand executive functions and skill subsets in developmental stages of children and adolescents. 2. Review assessment and screening tools, self-monitoring forms, functional assessment forms and charts to monitor progress in executive functions. 3. Develop progression of skills through self-monitoring, memory, cognitive shift, vision, visual attention, perception, and motor control to implement a classroom program. Introductory/Intermediate AOTA Classification Code: OT Process [Evaluation and Intervention] Session IIIA: Occupational Therapy as a Vital Team Member in Low Vision Presenter: Chrys Peralta, OTR/L, MS, M.Ed The Implantable Miniature Telescope (IMT) is an FDA approved standard of care for end-stage Macular Degeneration. A collaborative team approach using: Retina, Cornea, Low Vision Optometry, and Low Vision Occupational Therapy best determines eligibility for an IMT and best promotes a patient use of the IMT in ADLs/IADLs. 1. Name the purpose of the members on the team who works with patients who receive the implantable miniature telescope (IMT). 2. List 3 criteria patients receiving the IMT must be able to perform/demonstrate prior to implant. 3. List 3 important areas of rehabilitation for OT intervention with patients within first 3 months post-op of an IMT. Advanced AOTA Classification Code: Domain of OT [ADL and IADL]; OT Process [Evaluation and Intervention]; Professional Issues Contemporary Issues and Trends [Interprofessional Collaboration] 11:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Exhibits
SESSION B 11:30 1:00 Session IB: Occupational Therapy s Role in Alzheimer s Disease and Related Dementias Presenter: Daria Rabkin, MS, OTR/L This educational presentation includes an interactive PowerPoint explaining the role of the of the occupational therapy practitioner when working with the memory impaired population. Focus of intervention within the realms of challenging behaviors, communication, physical environment, personal care and purposeful engagement using the habilitation approach will be shared. 1. Explain the difference between traditional rehabilitation and habilitation approach 2. Identify the role of Occupational Therapy Professionals in the memory impaired population. 3. Practically apply the significant components of the habilitation approach when caring for the memory loss population. Introductory/Intermediate AOTA Classification Code: OT Process [Intervention] Session IIB: It works! Using Technology to Support Therapy and Consultation in the School Setting Presenter: Michelle Brown, MOT, OTR/L, BCP Using technology in the inclusive setting facilitates learning in all children. Providing many opportunities for children to learn in the classroom and home enables carry over from the therapy setting. This course will demonstrate how to incorporate rubrics, Trackstar, Moodle, and websites into the classroom and home. Strategies to monitor home and class usage will be explored. 1. Explore a variety of technology tools to facilitate delivery of therapeutic information. 2. Identify effective strategies to incorporate technology into the classroom setting. 3. Develop a strategy to facilitate carryover of inclusion lessons into daily classroom routine(s) and home through use of technology. Introductory/Intermediate AOTA Classification Code: OT Process [Intervention] Remember to turn in your CEU Sheet after Session B with the appropriate stamps and information. CEU Certificates will be emailed out in approximately 30 days!
Session IIIB: Osteoporosis: Strategies for ALL Ages and ALL Stages -The Meeks Method Presenter: Betsey Newcomb, OT/L, BoneHealth4U This comprehensive highly experimental workshop focuses on The Meeks Method evidence based 12 point approach to the epidemic conditions of Osteoporosis/Osteopenia throughout the lifespan with applications to practice of Occupational Therapy. Participate in the Re-Alignment routine and learn methods to improve muscle contraction and weight bearing to the bone. Participants will also engage in laboratory experiences to apply concepts and techniques of The Meeks Method for S.A.F.E. functional movement patterns during occupational performance. 1. Understand the definition, pathology and epidemiology of Osteoporosis and recognize risk factors and intervention strategies applicable to OT practice. 2. Integrate basic principles of The Meeks Method of movement including postural alignment, body mechanics and ergonomic applications for S.A.F.E. functional movement patterns during ADLs, IADLs and other areas of occupational performance. 3. Describe the Patterns of Postural Change and intervention strategies to facilitate improved posture and corrective measures in standing and seating activities. Intermediate AOTA Classification Code: Domain of OT[ADL and IADL]; OT Process [Intervention] As part of the American Occupational Therapy Association s (AOTA) Approved Provider 4 year renewal process, AOTA is requesting that participants of this course complete a short online survey about your continuing education experience with our organization as an AOTA Approved Provider. To access the survey go to http://www.aota.org/appsurvey Thank you Exhibitors Caption Call Hanger Clinic For being vendors at the MAOT Spring (SIG) Conference