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MICHIGAN OCCUPATIONAL
THERAPY ASSOCIATION
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
2016
Art by: Johnny Camacho (2016 Art Prize Entry)
October 6th – 7th, 2016
The Doubletree Hotel-Airport
4747 28th Street SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
KEY NOTE SPEAKER
Thursday, October 6th
Time: 8:00-9:30 AM
Stevie Hopkins
Motivational Speaker
"Self-Determination and the Social Model of Disability"
Stevie Hopkins, co-founder of 3E Love, shares his story of how
he fell in love with life. Through the highs and lows of
adventuring through his life with a disability, running a business,
and forging his own path in the face of adversity and tragedy, he
tells a tale of inspiration and strength unlike any other.
Objectives:
 To educate students and professionals on the social
model of disability
 To entertain with a story of hardship, love, adventure,
and life, intended to motivate listeners to analyze and
overcome their own challenges and barriers
 To present a new perspective on disability with the goal
of inspiring change in thought and behavior
Human Trafficking
Thursday, October 6th
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Casey Bross, OTD, ORTL, CLT
Casey Bross received her Occupational Therapy Doctorate
(OTD) from the University of Toledo, beginning her career at
the University of Michigan’s Pediatric Rehabilitation Center in
August 2013. Casey has developed a passion for working with
children of all ages with a variety of abilities in becoming more
functionally independent with the greatest quality of life.
The state of Michigan is requiring health care providers to
complete ongoing continuing education in the area of “Human
Trafficking”. This session is being offered to all attendees to
ensure an opportunity to meet the new continuing education
requirements.
This presentation aims to not only review the program
development plan for the OTLSP but additionally review the
prevalence of sex trafficking in the state of Michigan and the
United States, common red flags for at risk youth, and common
recruitment methods.
The cover art was created by Johnny Camacho, a current
2016 art prize contestant. He agreed to allow his art to be
included in this brochure due to his experience with school
therapists including an occupational therapist. A year ago
his one year old son had leukemia. He attributes his son’s
triumphs to the therapy his son continues to receive. His
art will be displayed at The B.O.B.
Updates on Licensure
Friday, October 7th
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 PM
Kimberly Pace, OTRL
Kimberly Pace has practiced as an occupational therapist since
1982, after graduating from Wayne State University. She worked in
a variety of settings until 1990 when she began specializing in the
area of industrial rehabilitation. She joined the Michigan Hand and
Sports Rehabilitation Center as an Industrial Rehabilitation
Specialist in September of 2002. Her areas of expertise include
functional capacity evaluations, medical disability evaluations,
work conditioning, ergonomic consultations, pre-work employment
screens, job analyses, job coaching, legal depositions, home
evaluations, and assisting with life care planning on industrial
rehabilitation. Kimberly has lectured for the occupational therapy
departments at Mott College and Wayne State in addition to
numerous conferences.
In the fall of 1992 she was appointed by Governor Rick Snyder to
Michigan Board of Occupational Therapy and is currently serving
her second term. As a board member she serves on a subcommittee
for the development of the rules and regulations for practicing
occupational therapists within the state of Michigan. Kim is a
constant advocate for the many services occupational therapists can
provide for the consumers of our services.
Kim will review the most recent information regarding the
licensure rules and regulations which have been enacted and those
which are being developed.
Conference Summary
Wednesday, October 5, 2016
4:00 PM
“5K Run, Walk, and Roll”
5:30 PM
Student Ambassador Meeting
5:30 – 9 PM
Early Registration
5:30 – 9 PM
Exhibitor Set-Up
7:00 PM
Board of Directors Dinner
Thursday, October 6, 2016
Registration Open
7:00 – 8:00 AM
Exhibitor Set-Up
Breakfast, Welcome & Keynote
8:00 – 9:30 AM
Address: Stevie Hopkins
Concurrent Sessions
9:30 – 11:30 AM
Exhibitor Set-Up
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Lunch: Casey Bross
12:30 – 2:30 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
12:30 – 2:30 PM
Concurrent Sessions
2:30 – 3:30 PM
Poster Sessions
Unopposed Exhibits with
3:30 – 5:30 PM
Welcome Reception
5:30 PM
Art Prize Trip
5:30 – 8 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
Friday, October 7, 2016
Registration Open
7:00 – 8:00 AM
Exhibit Hall Open Unopposed
Breakfast, Annual Business Meeting,
8:00 – 9:30 AM
Raffle Drawings, Silent Auction and
Award Ceremony
Concurrent Sessions
9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Exhibit Hall Open
Lunch: Kim Pace
12:30 – 1:30 PM
Followed by SIS groups
1:30 – 3:30 PM
Concurrent Sessions
3:30 PM
Conference Officially Concludes
Second Annual MiOTA 5K
Fund Raiser 5K Run, Walk, Roll
Wednesday, October 5th
Time: 4 PM
Note New Start Location:
Mary Free Bed YMCA, 5500 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
5K Run, Walk, Roll
Pledge Sheet
Silent Auction
Friday, October 7th
at 9:30AM
FRIENDS OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
IN MICHIGAN PAC
Po Box 19031, Kalamazoo, MI 49091
The Political Action Committee for Michigan called “Friends of OT
in Michigan” was reactivated in October, 2013 (when we re-activated
the PAC) and September 2015, we had raised $3,630.02. During the
month of October, 2015, we raised another $1,387! The goal was
$2,000 for 2015. We are close to that goal, but there is still time to
meet/surpass our goal to support candidates who are in positions to
positively represent occupational therapists in MI. Our “grand total”
is $5,128.02, but that has to be split with candidates throughout the
state, so if we could round that total up to $6,000, we would be better
able to make contributions that would get really noticed by the
candidates.
Please consider donating an item for the auction or even biding on an
item. Proceeds are used to advance our OT “voice” within the state of
Michigan especially during these changing times of health care
reform. No donation is too small (even students can contribute).
Ideas for donations: time shares, skis, simple ball point pens, bottle(s)
of wine, handmade stained glass hangings, handmade American Girl
doll dresses, homegrown alpaca wool, handmade woven scarves,
blown glass pumpkins, handmade chocolate covered Oreos, sporting
event tickets, gift cards, golf packages, autographed items, etc.
Send in your contribution(s) and the “Contributors’ Form” to:
Debra Lindstrom & Jackie Ryan
Friends of OT in MI
PO Box 19031
Kalamazoo, MI 49019
FRIENDS OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
IN MICHIGAN PAC
Po Box 19031, Kalamazoo, MI 49091
MiOTA PAC Contribution Form
Name:
Address:
City, State, Zip:
Phone Number:
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Employer:
Employer Address:
City, State, Zip:
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Occupation:
Donation Amount: $
SILENT AUCTION:
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Value of Item: $______________________________________
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Please Note: All checks need to be made out to “Friends of OT in
Michigan PAC”. No Corporate Checks Accepted. Personal Checks Only
Please. You must be a Member of the Michigan Occupational Therapy
Association and U.S. Citizen to Donate. All Donations are NOT Tax
Deductible
Office Use Only:
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Accepting Nominations for
Annual Awards Ceremony
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OTR Award of Excellence
COTA Award of Excellence
Roster of Fellows
Distinguished Service Award
Certificate of Appreciation
Legislative Award
Departmental Membership
Honorary Member Award
Master Clinician Award
Visit website for forms at: http://www.miota.org/recognition.php
All nominations due September 9, 2016
WANTED: Student
Ambassadors for Conference
Looking for 7 students to proctor speaker sessions in exchange for
registration
Visit website for application forms at: www.mi-ota.com
All applications due September 9, 2016
Be sure to vote for the
Board of Director’s positions
by September 9, 2016
Annual Business Meeting
Friday, October 7th
Time: 8-9:30 AM
CEU Event
Meeting Agenda
 Leader of Executive Committee Report
 Finance Report
 Membership Report
 Communications Report
 Advocacy Report
All members are invited to attend.
Hotel Amenities
Pre/Post-Conference
Attractions
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Complimentary Airport Shuttle
Art Prize Shuttle Service Thursday evening
Exhibit Hall
Thursday, 3:30-5:30 PM
CEU Event
THURSDAY
Session #12.
Thursday, 9:30-11:30 AM
Using Questions to Promote Critical Thinking in Fieldwork Experiences
Cynthia A. Grapczynski, EdD, OTRL, FAOTA and Breanna Chycinski, MS, OTRL
Content will include a discussion of interactive learning strategies to develop critical
thinking in fieldwork students, along with examples of questions that can be used for:
(a) assessment and treatment planning, (b) intervention implementation, and (c)
team conferencing and documentation. This will be followed by practice sessions
with student cases in different simulated situations that require good clinical
judgments. Fieldwork education has been shown to be a critical element in the
development of new practitioners, to practice in new and challenging environments,
and using questions to make students think critically is one way to ensure they are
ready for these new practice experiences. Learning Objectives: At the completion of
this session, participants will be able to: 1) Use questions to help students justify
clinical decisions; 2) Challenge students to demonstrate their understanding of the OT
process; 3) Challenge students to make changes in approaches and treatments for
maximum effectiveness.
Session # 13.
Thursday, 9:30-11:30 AM
Fieldwork Supervision 101
Sara Clark, MS, OTRL; Julie Jacobs, MSOT, OTRL; Anne Crites, OTRL; and MOTEC
Fieldwork students (OT and OTA) are the future of our profession. Any clinician,
regardless of level of experience, can supervise a Level I student, and practitioners
with one year of experience since initial NBCOT certification can supervise Level II
students (ACOTE, 2011). This session will discuss the benefits of being a fieldwork
educator and the tools needed to establish and run a fieldwork program in any type
of practice setting. Members from the Michigan Occupational Therapy Education
Consortium (MOTEC) from various academic programs across the state (OT and OTA)
will be present to answer any questions related to fieldwork education.
Session #16.
Thursday, 9:30-11:30 AM
Facilitating Employment for Persons with Disabilities: Current Trends and Issues to
Expand Occupational Therapy Practice in the Acquisition and Retention of Jobs
Claudette Stork Reid, OTL
Changes in the Federal legislation and business’s need for competent workers and a
diverse workforce that mirrors their customer base have combined to provide great
opportunities for workers with disabilities... and for OTs who recognize and claim
their role on the vocational rehabilitation team. Goals: 1) Discuss the impact of recent
changes in federal legislative and policy documents that provide the foundation for
vocational rehabilitation services; 2) Articulate the potential inter-professional
relationships, roles and contributions for occupational therapy practitioners in the
vocational rehabilitation process; 3) Describe the role of occupational therapy in
facilitating success in work for persons with disabilities in many settings including: K12 schools, secondary education and vocational training, adult rehabilitation,
sheltered workshops, and accommodating the aging worker in the workplace.
Session #17.
Thursday, 9:30-11:30 AM
Improving Cortical Visual Impairment in Children
Donna Case, PhD, OTL and Janelle Corace, MS, OTRL
Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) is the most common type of visual impairment
among children. Treatment for CVI is different than those for individuals with ocular
impairment. Thus is it important for occupational therapy practitioners to understand
the ten characteristics of CVI and implications for OT treatment. Objectives: 1)
Participants will identify ten characteristics of cortical visual impairment. 2)
Participants will identify conditions that commonly accompany CVI. 3) Participants
will understand how to adapt OT interventions for individuals with CVI.
Session # 23.
Thursday, 9:30-11:30 AM
Test your Knowledge of the 2015 Code of Ethics
Kathryn Potter, MS, OTRL and Elsie Levandoski, OTAS
The American Occupational Therapy Association has published a new Code of Ethics
(Code) official document in November/December 2015. This workshop will allow
participants to assess their working understanding of this document as it applies to
common issues in the clinic and the classroom. A slideshow presentation will be
provided that asks participants to answer a series of applied knowledge questions
specifically related to the 2015 Code. Instead of the traditional question and answer
format, participants can use their smart phones to access the free website Kahoots to
answer questions anonymously but still track their individual progress. This
anonymous but fun aspect to the workshop will allow for honest participation without pressure- to truly enhance the participant’s understanding of the 2015 Code.
Because the Code document has recently been updated, this workshop is designed to
interest the seasoned clinician as much as the entry-level or student.
Session #25
Thursday, 9:30-11:30 AM
Back to Basics: Functional Neuroanatomy Review
Cheri Ramirez, MS, OTRL and Alissa Baker, MS, OTRL
This workshop will review up to date information from the field of functional
neuroanatomy and assist practitioners with application of this information to OT
practice across the lifespan. Information will be presented in the format of a lecture
with opportunity for discussion implemented throughout the presentation. This
workshop is proposed as Part 1 of a two-part workshop. Part 2, Understanding Pain
and its Influence on Client Performance, includes a more advanced, in-depth review
of the neurobiology of pain and its application to OT practice. Participants can choose
to attend Part 1, Part 2, or both parts.
Session #1.
Thursday, 12:30-1:30 PM
Preparing to Meet the Fieldwork Needs of Millennial Students
Erica Baas, MS, OTRL
In this presentation you will be taught the nuts-and- bolts of “generational theory”,
the basic characteristics of the Millennial Generation, how these characteristics can
impact the fieldwork experience, and practical methods of best utilizing your time as
a fieldwork educator, while working with millennial students. Whether you are a new
or seasoned fieldwork educator, you will gain knowledge and ideas from OT and
healthcare literature that can be applied to your experiences with students in order
to provide the best transition from classroom to clinic. Learning Objectives: 1)
Identify basic components of Generational Theory; 2) List stereotypical characteristics
of Millennial Generation; 3) Verbalize at least three practical methods for working
with Millennial Occupational Therapy students in fieldwork education.
Session #10
Thursday, 12:30-1:30 PM
How to Treat Executive Dysfunction in Individuals with Neurological Impairment
Holly Grieves, MS, OTRL, CBIS and Marissa Meinema, BS, OTS
Content Focus: Executive functioning is pertinent to reintegration into community, to
re-establish social relationships, return to work, resumption of driving and ultimately
restoration of independence and quality of life. We will explore evidence-based
interventions to target the complex and multi-faceted area of executive dysfunction.
Objectives: 1.) Define executive function and discuss methods of assessment. 2.)
Understand methods of treatment interventions to remediate, compensate, or adapt
for executive dysfunction 3.) Comprehend evidence in support of executive function
interventions.
Session #18
Thursday, 12:30-1:30 PM
Transforming OT Caseload to Workload
Donna Case, PhD, OTL
School based therapists are being asked to increase productivity. OTs in Michigan
schools has seen their caseloads increase and is being asked to see more students
with fewer resources. Administration frequently looks at caseloads for school based
therapist solely on the direct work done with students. This approach does not
acknowledge the complexity of occupational therapy role in current best practice
scenarios. This session will address the differences between caseload and workload
and provide resources for individuals to move into a workload model. Objectives: 1)
The participants will identify the difference between caseload and workload; 2) The
participants will identify resources for moving from a caseload to workload model.
Session #28
Thursday, 12:30-1:30 PM
Keeping Occupation as the Focus of Intervention Treatment in the SNF Setting
Cindy Klinger, BA, COTAL and Chelsey Perry, OTRL
Returning to Occupation is the central theme of treatment intervention in a SNF
setting. With the ever changing payment trends, we will review evidenced supporting
the need to include occupation in all treatment intervention.
Session #27
Thursday, 12:30-2:30 PM
What’s So Funny about Brain Injury? Increasing Public Awareness and Brain Injury
Education through Comic Strip Media
Michael P. O'Connor, OTRL, CAPS, CBIST and Anna Keough, OTS
Brain Injury is often referred to as a “silent epidemic” because the deficits may not be
evident to the physical appearance, and because there is “silence” in lack of public
awareness. News reports, documentaries, biographies and even fictional characters
in movies or television can contribute to increasing public awareness. The “comics” or
“funny pages” may be the last place to expect to meet a character with a brain injury.
This presentation utilizes “For Better or for Worse” & “Doonesbury” cartoons art
work two Case Studies as storytelling of functional examples of course of medical
trauma care and rehabilitation following traumatic brain injury, and presents on the
effect cerebral vascular accident (stroke). This presentation will provide: 1)
Neuroanatomy review (brain structure and function) in context of Case Studies; 2)
Review of psychosocial impact of brain injury on the individual, their family, and
relationships; 3) Strategies for appropriate interactions for individuals with aphasia
(communication deficits) will be emphasized (cartoon artwork used with paid
copyright permission via payment to AMU Universal Reprints / Universal Uclick).
Session #30.
Thursday, 12:30-2:30 PM
Pain Management - a Key Practice Element to Achieve Clinical Outcomes
Mary Beth Bisinger, MOT/OTRL, BCPR
This session is designed for clinicians seeking to enhance knowledge and skills
providing skilled OT intervention to clients with Pain as a primary or co-morbidity.
The focus will be to improve clinicians’ ability to provide evaluations and treatment
strategies utilizing evidenced based practice. Interactive activities to support
assimilation of information and resources will be provided. Innovative research and
development provides occupational therapists with an opportunity to have a high
impact employing evidence based practice techniques and occupation based
treatment interventions. Therapists need to understand the specific physical and
cognitive characteristics to obtain maximal outcomes. Our distinct skill can identify
deficits and problem-solve solutions efficiently through the utilization of standardized
tests and measures that will be described. Treatment interventions and strategies will
also be shared on the basis of these assessment scores.
Session # 6.
Thursday, 1:30-2:30 PM
So You Think You Can Teach? Transition from Clinic to Classroom for OTA’s
Mary Ellen East, MS, COTAL, ROH
If you are an OTA who loves to share your knowledge with others, a career change to
academia may be for you. Recognized as a growing field, occupational therapy
continues to grow. As more schools open the need for qualified faculty is on the rise
at both the OT and OTA level. This short workshop will provide participants with tools
and tips to begin their journey into academia. A review of the ACOTS Standards
related to qualifications for faculty will assist participants in identifying strategies
leading the transition from clinic teaching to classroom teaching. LEARNING
OBJECTIVES: 1) Participants will understand basic requirements for faculty at the OTA
level; 2) Participants will be able to identify resources regarding academics (ACOTE);
3) Participants will have an understanding of the opportunities for an OTA within
academia.
Session # 7.
Thursday, 1:30-2:30 PM
Community Re-entry Program for Correctional Facility Inmates
Courtney Seaman, OTS, Nicole Parrent, OTS, and Josh Eisenga, OTS
Saginaw Correctional Facility allows Saginaw Valley State University students to
create a re-entry program for the inmates The expected outcome was to increase the
inmate’s knowledge of life skills, thus allowing for better results when reintroduced
to the civilian population. The presentation will include the outcomes of the current
and previous programs, the treatment plan overview, and the impacts for the
inmates/ students who implement treatment. The learning objectives for the inmates
are to learn skills necessary for smooth re-entry to life outside of prison, effectively
work as members of a team, recognize consequences of their actions and
demonstrate accountability for these actions, learn appropriate/positive methods of
coping, and effective communicate. During this program the OTs focus on the CBT
frame of reference to effectively change the inmate’s cognitive patterns to
reintroduce them to the community. Also, each of their ADLs and IADLs are focused
on which makes this the perfect setting for OT.
Session # 11,
Thursday, 1:30-2:30 PM
“Pierce” Functional Communication Device Screening
Karen Tibbs, OTRL, MSA
This is one of the only screening that addresses provides a grading scale for impaired
motor skills, visual perceptual and/or physical challenges of those who are in need of
communication devices. A screening is needed in the selection process for
communication devices. The success rate and follow through of communication
device users are low. The screening protocol offers a grading scale for motor
challenges, cells sizes, rate of scan, positioning of devices, visual perceptual skills and
more. Formal abstract: This presentation will offer participants a screening tool for
assessing physically challenged individuals who are in need of communication
devices. We will look at how to grade impaired motor skills. The areas that this
session will target are visual perceptual skills, visual/motor skills, and cognition. We
will look at the developmental stages of communication devices and the training of
acute versus chronic disabilities. Learning Outcomes: 1) Participants will learn basic
skill of how to grade impaired motor skills; 2) Participants will gain basic knowledge
of what is needed before securing a communication device for clients/students; 3)
Participants will learn what to consider when selecting a communication device for a
client; 4) Participants will learn the importance of matching features to the clients; 5)
Participants will learn other ways of using communication devices; 6) Participants will
learn the importance of understanding physical skills and matching them to
communication devices.
Session # 15.
Thursday, 1:30-2:30 PM
Thinking Clearly: Pediatric Executive Function
Carla Floyd-Slabaugh OTD, OTR/L, CBIS, Visiting Professor GVSU
Purpose: This course is designed to expand the occupational therapy practitioner’s
lens to include pediatric executive function. Content: The OT perspective,
assessments, and occupational performance issues related to pediatric executive
function. Relevance to OT: In order to remain relevant, the field of OT needs to adapt
to meet the changes encountered in clinical practice. Expanding the OT lens to
include executive function will allow practitioners to meet the Triple Aim of the
Affordable Care Act while also demonstrating the distinct value of OT as a holistic
care provider, whether that is in the medical or school settings. Learning Objectives:
The participants will obtain basic knowledge regarding pediatric executive function,
understand the occupational performance deficits, and discuss the role of OT in
addressing executive function in their practice setting.
Poster Sessions
Thursday , 2:30 – 3:30 pm
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P1
P2
P3
Presenters
Marz Roehrig, BS, MOT;
Kaitlyn Patton, BS, MOT;
Caitlyn Polhill, BS, MOT;
Dannille Riley, BS, MS, MOT;
Stephanie Schlosser, BS MOT
Jasmine Ward, OTS;
Elizabeth Pauly, OTS;
Michelle Robinson, OTS
Courtney Seaman, OTS and
Sarah Witherspoon, OTS
P5
Marz Roehrig, BS, MOTS;
Elise Meyers, BS, MOTS;
Stephanie Schlosser, BS, MOTS
P6
Nancy Hock, OTRL, CHT;
Debra Lindstrom PhD, OTRL,
FAOTA;
Aubrey Aubrey, MS, OTS;
Mary Lutzke, MPH
Mark Thomson, OTS
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Poster Title
Hoarding: Is There Room for Occupational
Therapy?
The Impact of Client-Selected Activities
and Co-Occupation in Families
Experiencing Homelessness
Relationship between Handwriting
Legibility and Academic Performance in
College Students: A Quantitative Study
Meaning of Participation for Survivors
with Traumatic Brain Injury in a
Therapeutic Work Program: A Qualitative
Study
Psychometrics and Norm Study for
Baseline 5 Positions Hydraulic Pinchmeter
Group Case Analysis of a West Michigan
Recovery Home
Danielle Roy, OTS,
Christopher Wilson, PT, DScPT,
DPT, GCS
Bridget Benoit, BS, OTS;
Katie Fleming, OTS;
Jaclyn Benninger BA, OTS;
Camron Moorehead BS, OTS
Carla Floyd-Slabaugh, OTD,
OTR/L, CBIS, Visiting Professor
GVSU
Physical and Occupational Therapy
Involvement in a Hospital-Based
Interdisciplinary Palliative Care Program
Factors that Influence Professional
Socialization
Camron Moorehead, BS, OTS;
Jaclyn Benninger, BA, OTS;
Katie Fleming OTS;
Bridget Johnson, BS, OTS
Thomas Herin, MS, OT
Understanding How New Practitioners
Use Occupation in Practice: A Survey
Rachel Morrison CTRS, OTS;
Jason Clements OTS;
Jade Sharrer OTS;
Educating Occupational Therapy
Practitioners on Pediatric Executive
Function
Normative Scores and Comparison of the
Complete Minnesota Dexterity Test for
Adults 18-25 Years
Perceived Outcomes of Community-based
Participatory Research with Men Living in
Abstinence-based Recovery Housing (A
prospective study)
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P17
Presenters
Cynthia Grapczynski, EdD,
OTRL, FAOTA
Aletta Huisman, OTS;
Denae Asel-Templin, OTS;
Kaitlyn Malburg, OTS;
Jeanine Beasley, EdD, OTR,
CHT,FAOTA;
Dr. Leiras, PhD, AHS/MPH
Michelle Polanic OTS, CTRS;
Aubrie Hurt, OTS;
Stephanie Carnaghi, OTS;
Scott Truskowski, MS, OTRL
Emily Fleming OTS;
Brittany Falzon ATC/L, OTS;
Raelene Harvey, OTS;
Susan Cleghorn, DrOT, OTRL,
TRS, CAPS
Megan O’Mara, MS, OTRL, CBIS
and Kassie Roon, MS, OTRL,
CBIS
Hillary Vasher, MSOT;
Kellie Stawowy, MSOT;
Kayla Meyer, MSOT
Poster Title
The Effects of Dance and Movement
Based Interventions on the Occupational
Performance of Individuals with Autism
Spectrum Disorder
Functional Outcomes of Animal-Assisted
Therapy: A Systematic Review
Card Shop: Key Elements of an
Interprofessional Vocational Program for
Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities
Easing Pain through Occupational Therapy
and Goal Attainment Scaling
P18
Abby Davis, OTS and Megan
Luann Palczewski, OTS
The Impact of Equine Assisted Therapy on
Communication within Familial
Relationships of Veterans with PostTraumatic Stress Disorder: A
Phenomenological Study
Progressive Mobility Programs (Early
Mobilization in the ICU)
P19
Gabrielle Lober, OTS and Rachel
Walker, OTS
Effective Cognition Assessment of
Ventilated Patients
P20
Emily Sandberg, OTS and
Katelyn Weiandt, OTS
Long Term Benefits of LSVT-BIG Program
for Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
P21
Heather Duyck, OTS
P22
Cameron Guster, OTS and
Brittany Domin, OTS
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Debra K Lindstrom PhD, OTRL,
FAOTA and Carolyn Sithong,
MS, OTRL, SCEM, CAPS
Tracy Klein, MS, OTRL and
Karen Lin, ORTL
Pediatric Constraint Induced Movement
Therapy vs. Bimanual Training for
Hemiplegia
Sling Use with the Flaccid Upper
Extremity: Central Nervous System Brain
Injury
Psychometric Study of Home for Life
Home Assessment
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Lynnette Rasmussen, OTRL
Kate Chang, MA
Occupational Therapy Breast Feeding
Support Program
Assessment of Self-Determination in
Adolescents with Neonatal Brachial Plexus
Palsy
Poster Sessions
Thursday , 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Hoarding: Is There Room for Occupational Therapy?
(Poster #P1)
Marz Roehrig, BS, MOT; Kaitlyn Patton, BS, MOT; Caitlyn Polhill, BS, MOT; Dannille
Riley, BS, MS, MOT; and Stephanie Schlosser, BS MOT
The purpose of this presentation is to explore hoarding as an occupation that has a
significant negative impact on engagement in daily occupations and suggest that
there is a potential role for OT in the treatment of hoarding. Inclusion of hoarding in
DSM-V along with popular television shows such as, Hoarding: Buried Alive and
Hoarders: Family Secrets have increased awareness. The acquisition of / failure to
discard large numbers of possessions, which characterizes hoarding, often precludes
the use of living spaces, from their intended function. Other risks include, falls, poor
food safety, respiratory issues and structural issues or collapse. Traditional
treatments for obsessive compulsive disorder have proven unsuccessful in the
treatment of compulsive hoarding. Occupational therapy’s distinct value in the
potential treatment of compulsive hoarding lies in our ability to analyze and
understand connections between occupation, space, place, objects, and identity.
The Impact of Client-Selected Activities and Co-Occupation in Families Experiencing
Homelessness
(Poster #P2)
Jasmine Ward, OTS; Elizabeth Pauly, OTS; and Michelle Robinson, OTS
Access and use of rehabilitation and medical services for the homeless population
continue to be a barrier, particularly for families experiencing homelessness. This
poster session will address how evidence-based interventions involving cooccupation within a family can alleviate stress and promote occupational balance.
Occupational therapy can improve the quality of life of those experiencing homeless
by restoring and creating occupations to increase health and wellness. Participants
will understand the role of occupational therapy within family homelessness and
explore how client-selected activities can facilitate co-occupation.
Relationship between Handwriting Legibility and Academic Performance in College
Students: A Quantitative Study
(Poster #P3)
Courtney Seaman, OTS and Witherspoon, OTS
This study aimed to explore if there was a statistically significant relationship
between handwriting legibility and grade point average in college students. The
presentation would cover the study, the data collection measures, the outcomes, and
the impact on future research. Handwriting is one of the most common reasons for
students to be referred to occupational therapy. Occupational therapists may need
to intervene to improve an individual’s handwriting skills so that he/she has the
maximal capacity to be successful in high school and college. The OTs at the
conference would learn that they may not need to focus on handwriting legibility in
the college-age population, but that further research needs to be done. It may spark
interest in another group to re-launch the study in another area to make the results
more conclusive.
Meaning of Participation for Survivors with Traumatic Brain Injury in a Therapeutic
Work Program: A Qualitative Study
(Poster #P5)
Marz Roehrig, BS, MOTS; Elise Meyers, combined BS MOTS; and Stephanie
Schlosser, BS MOTS
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects 1.4 million people every year in America, and can
severely impact the health, routines and roles of the individual. Work has been found
to be important for reconstructing identity and competence, increasing social
participation, and providing supports. Returning to work is often a goal of people
who have sustained a TBI. The context for this study is a mid-western therapeutic
work program (TWP) developed for people with TBI which includes productive,
therapeutic, and leisure activities. Various staff and survivors contributed to the
qualitative exploration and collection of data to capture how people with TBIs
describe their participation. Preliminary findings included themes of sense of control
over participation, consequences of participation, and changes in behavior due to
participation, and supports and barriers for participation. The findings support
greater understanding of the experience of participating in a TWP for people with
TBIs.
Psychometrics and Norm Study for Baseline 5 Positions Hydraulic Pinchmeter
(Poster #P6)
Nancy Hock, OTRL, CHT; Debra Lindstrom PhD, OTRL, FAOTA; Aubrey Aubrey, MS,
OTS; and Mary Lutzke, MPH
The typical pinch meter used in the clinical environment by Occupational and
Physical Therapists is the B&L pinch meter. This is a spring loaded pinch meter
assessing static pinch. With the advancement of technology, pinch meters have also
been developed which link to computer software measuring pinch strength. All of
these pinch meters are static in which the pinch position (width/distance) cannot be
varied. A new 5 position hydraulic pinch meter has been developed by Fabrication
Enterprises (FEI) which as the ability to assess pinch strength at 5 varied widths. The
purpose of this study is three fold: 1. to established inter-rater reliability for this
pinch meter; and 2. to develop norms for all 5 levels of pinch for various age groups.
3. To use sensory technology to identify the pinch required to complete everyday
various tasks. Poster presentation will identify results of this study.
Group Case Analysis of a West Michigan Recovery Home
(Poster #P7)
Mark Thomson, OTS
Tremendous potential remains to address the prevalence of addiction and the
availability of treatment. Recovery residences (sober-living homes) are an incipient
model of addiction treatment complementing the continuum of care for individuals
seeking to master recovery. This study explored the potential role of occupational
therapy within a recovery residence setting. Focus group interviews provided insight
into the needs of residents within this setting. Participant responses indicated a
positive perception of the program’s role. However, residents experienced barriers to
achieving long-term recovery goals. Resident needs revealed a connection between
the recovery process and Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. Findings suggested
occupational therapy’s scope of practice defined by the Occupational Therapy
Practice Framework: Domain & Process 3rd Edition can address the identified
needs. Complexities of addiction recovery mandate a holistic, person-centered
approach to addressing limitations of health and wellness. Occupational therapy may
complement this model delivered over the long-term process of recovery.
Physical and Occupational Therapy Involvement in a Hospital-Based
Interdisciplinary Palliative Care Program
(Poster #8)
Danielle Roy, OTS, and Christopher M Wilson, PT, DScPT, DPT, GCS
Occupational therapy (OT) and physical therapy (Poster #T) can contribute to
optimizing quality of life for patients receiving palliative care; however, involvement
is not well documented. This study analyzed which palliative care patients received
an order for OT or PT during a hospitalization, and aimed to describe the patients
most likely to have these services ordered. This was a retrospective analysis using
clinical patient care data. Palliative care orders were examined for presence or
absence of PT/OT orders, diagnosis, age, and length of stay (LOS). Of the 824 unique
patients, 681 patients (82.65%) received at least one order for PT; 615 patients
(74.63%) received at least one order for OT. A large percentage of patients who
received palliative care consultations also received PT and/or OT orders, and most of
the time therapy was ordered before palliative care.
Factors that Influence Professional Socialization
(Poster #8)
Bridget Benoit, BS, OTS; Katie Fleming, OTS; Jaclyn Benninger BA, OTS; and Camron
Moorehead BS, OTS
In our study, we explored the many factors that affect the professional socialization
process of occupational therapy students. This process, which encompasses the
learning of roles, responsibilities, and culture of the profession, is influenced
implicitly and explicitly by many aspects of pre-professional education. Areas of an
occupational therapy program that contribute as agents of socialization include
fieldwork experience, course content, classroom discussions, context of education,
and personal reflection. Each of these socializing agents was examined in one
occupational therapy program. Specifically, we addressed how this program
socializes its students to value occupation-based practice. In this presentation, we
will explain how occupational therapy students learn the value of occupation-based
practice, understand it, and experience it both within the program and in fieldwork.
Participants will be able to identify specific socializing agents and how they influence
students to practice in an occupation-based way.
Educating Occupational Therapy Practitioners on Pediatric Executive Function
(Poster #P9)
Floyd-Slabaugh, OTD, OTR/L, CBIS, Visiting Professor GVSU
To provide web-based education on pediatric executive function to occupational
therapy practitioners in order to measure any change in knowledge and confidence
on the topic. A convenience sample of N=4 participants volunteered for the project.
The participants completed a pre-survey, had access to 6-weeks of web-based
education on the topic of pediatric executive function, and completed a post-survey.
Three of the four participants, 75%, indicated increased knowledge of and confidence
on the topic in the quantitative results. The education did result in increased
knowledge and confidence with the majority of the participants. The lack of group
interaction could have hindered the opportunity to learn in an active and
collaborative manner. Relevance to OT: Executive function is a higher-level cognitive
function that can influence occupational performance throughout the lifespan.
Understanding How New Practioners Use Occupation in Practice: A Survey
(Poster #P10)
Camron Moorehead, BS, OTS; Jaclyn Benninger, BA, OTS; Katie Fleming OTS; and
Bridget Johnson, BS, OTS
The purpose of this presentation is to discuss survey results of recent graduates’
understanding of occupation-based practice (OBP), share supports and barriers to
practice and offer recommendations to our profession. This project has implications
for explicating the distinct value of occupational therapy and guiding occupational
therapy education. Based on discussion of the results of this study, participants will
be prepared to critically evaluate their own practice. Additionally, participants will be
able to articulate barriers/supports to the translation of occupation-based practice
experienced by recent graduates, and participate in the ongoing discussion on the
definition of occupation-based practice and how to support its implementation.
Normative Scores and Comparison of the Complete Minnesota Dexterity Test for
Adults 18-25 Years
(Poster #P11)
Thomas Herin, MS, OT
The aim of this study was to update the normative values for the Complete
Minnesota Dexterity Test (CMDT). Normative data collection was completed on a
self-selected convenience sample of 147 individuals without reported hand
conditions. The study’s participants completed the placing subtest significantly faster
(t=7.534; p<.001) compared to the 1957 normative data. However, the turning
subtest was not found to be significantly different between the current study and the
previous normative data (t=1.552; p=.136). This study presented updated normative
data for the placing and turning subtests of the CMDT for those 18-25 years of age.
Based on the findings of this study, the 1957 norms can still be used for young adults
for the turning subtest, but the previous norms were significantly slower than the
current study for the placing subtest.
Perceived Outcomes of Community-based Participatory Research with Men Living
in Abstinence-based Recovery Housing (A prospective study)
(Poster #P12)
Rachel Morrison CTRS, OTS; Jason Clements OTS; Jade Sharrer OTS; and Cynthia
Grapczynski, EdD, OTRL, FAOTA
According to research, individuals with addiction or are returning to the community
after incarceration are concerned about taking action, reintegrating into society, and
functioning productively in their community. Based on the theory of critical
consciousness, community-based participatory research can assist these individuals
in collaborating with researchers and actively participating in their recovery. The
purpose of this study is to determine the outcomes and feasibility of using CBPR in
effort to achieve re-engagement in productive occupations and empowerment in
recovery. The abstract and content of the poster will consist of a purpose and
problem statement, research question, methodology, prospective results,
implications for OT, and the researchers’ contact information. The objective is that
within the occupational therapy profession, knowledge will be increased and a
demonstration will be discussed of the benefits of using CBPR with individuals with
addictions.
The Effects of Dance and Movement Based Interventions on the Occupational
Performance of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
(Poster #P13)
Aletta Huisman, OTS; Denae Asel-Templin, OTS; Kaitlyn Malburg, OTS; Jeanine
Beasley, EdD, OTR, CHT,FAOTA; and Dr. Leiras, PhD, AHS/MPH
Purpose: Conduct a systematic review to evaluate the effects of dance and
movement-based interventions on the occupational performance of individuals with
ASD? Method: CINAHL, PsychINFO, SPORTDiscus were electronically searched
(September 2015). Studies were reviewed and selected for inclusion. Data regarding
type, length, frequency of intervention, outcomes, and outcome measures were
extracted. Results: Five studies (3a and 4a) were identified for inclusion. Five types of
dance and movement interventions were used (Traditional Greek, Creative
Movement, Dance Movement Therapy with mirroring, Combined Music and Dance
Movement Therapy, and Yoga, Dance, and Movement Therapy). Class length and
duration varied. Outcome measures assessed mental and sensory body functions and
motor, process, and social interaction performance skills (OTPF-3). Some statistically
significant improvements were reported in each of these categories. Conclusions:
Emerging level 3a and 4a evidence suggests that benefits in occupational
performance can be achieved through dance and movement-based interventions for
individuals with ASD.
Functional Outcomes of Animal-Assisted Therapy: A Systematic Review
(Poster #P14)
Michelle Polanic OTS, CTRS; Aubrie Hurt, OTS; Stephanie Carnaghi, OTS; and Scott
Truskowski, MS, OTRL
The objective of this poster will be to review the literature on functional outcomes of
animal-assisted therapy (AAT) within the field of occupational therapy. A systematic
search was conducted using PsycInfo, PubMed, and CINAHL. Search terms related to
AAT and the performance skills and sensory functions found in the Occupational
Therapy Practice Framework 3rd edition were used in each database. Articles had to
be from peer-reviewed journals and provide a clear description of how AAT was
implemented in order to qualify for this review. No restrictions regarding the date of
publication, the type of animal, or the study population were used. The authors
identified 19 articles that met the criteria. This research is in progress and will be
completed in advance of MiOTA conference. Authors will synthesize articles
according to their data extraction plan, check for publication and reporting bias, and
discuss future directions for research in the field.
Card Shop: Key Elements of an Interprofessional Vocational Program for
Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities
(Poster #P15)
Emily Fleming OTS; Brittany Falzon ATC/L, OTS; Raelene Harvey, OTS; and Susan
Cleghorn, DrOT, OTRL, TRS, CAPS
This study explored the key elements and interprofessional roles of an established
vocational program, which can help guide future development of similar programs
for high school students with disabilities. Semi-structured interviews were utilized
with professionals involved with the program (n=4) to discover three main themes
including: resources, interprofessional roles, and student-centered skills. From these
results, it can be concluded that vocational programs should be collaborative, the
lead personnel should have passion and drive for the program, and the
interdisciplinary team must be invested and appreciate the role and scope of other
professionals and staff. The results showed that vocational programs can build
student-centered skills that enable students to participate in opportunities later in
life. Additional findings include the benefits of community integration and having a
self-sustaining program.
Easing Pain through Occupational Therapy and Goal Attainment Scaling
(Poster #P16)
Megan O’Mara, MS, OTRL, CBIS; and Kassie Roon, MS, OTRL, CBIS
Many patients suffer from chronic back pain and have difficulty participating in
everyday life. These patients are desperate for pain relief and seek out remediation
through multiple medications, surgical intervention, injections, and even some
holistic approaches (acupuncture, massage, and herbal treatments). Traditional
treatment does not always prove effective to remediate pain, and patients are often
left trying to cope with the pain and the detrimental effects it can have on
participation in meaningful tasks. Evidence-based research suggests an alternative
treatment approach to chronic pain management through the use of Goal
Attainment Scaling. Goal Attainment Scaling is focusing on meaningful occupationbased tasks and formulating a treatment plan with the patient’s primary goal as
focus. Through the use of Goal Attainment Scaling, Occupational Therapists can keep
the patient’s goal at the forefront of the treatment plan, and work towards
remediating participation in meaningful tasks. Learning Objectives: 1) Participants
will understand current approaches to chronic pain management and rate of
ineffectiveness; 2) Participants will understand Goal Attainment Scaling as an
alternative treatment approach to chronic pain management; 3) Participants will
understand the implementation of Goal Attainment Scaling with the chronic pain
population in order to achieve meaningful occupation and patient centered goals.
The Impact of Equine Assisted Therapy on Communication within Familial
Relationships of Veterans with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: A Phenomenological
Study
(Poster # P17)
Hillary Vasher, MSOT; Kellie Stawowy, MSOT; and Kayla Meyer, MSOT
A significant percentage of veterans returning from war between World War II and
Operation Iraqi Freedom have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder
(Poster #TSD; Plach &amp; Sells, 2013). Many veterans with PTSD demonstrate poor
communication skills, which may hinder family functioning and impair their ability to
successfully reintegrate with their family and valued occupations within the home
and community (Marsanic et al., 2013). CONTENT: This study provides preliminary
evidence supporting the use of EAT with veterans to address concerns in the areas of
familial relationships, verbal communication, interpersonal behaviors, and conflict
resolution. As this was a small qualitative study, additional research is recommended
to generate higher-level evidence regarding the impacts of EAT on veterans. OTs can
address a variety of mental health conditions that EAT also treats including
behavioral issues, attention deficit disorder, substance abuse, eating disorders,
depression and anxiety.
Progressive Mobility Programs (Early Mobilization in the ICU)
(Poster #P18 )
Abby Davis, OTS and Megan Luann Palczewski, OTS
In medical intensive care units (MICU’s), the OT frequently works with clients who
are in the early stages of mobility. Clients with orders of bed rest are at heightened
risk to co-morbid conditions that significantly impact client health. The OT plays an
important role in the mobility process, and wants to know the most effective
utilization of progressive mobility programs. The OT is ideally interested in their role
in the progressive mobility process.
Effective Cognition Assessment of Ventilated Patients
(Poster # P19)
Gabrielle Lober, OTS and Rachel Walker, OTS
Ventilated patients have a high prevalence of cognitive dysfunction that often
decreases their ability to engage in daily occupations. Occupational therapists have
used a variety of strategies and assessments to gain knowledge on a patient’s
cognitive status. These findings can help therapists develop intervention plans to
reach patient goals and improve functional abilities.
Long Term Benefits of LSVT-BIG Program for Individuals with Parkinson’s Disease
(Poster # P20)
Emily Sandberg, OTS and Katelyn Weiandt, OTS
A 60 year old, male has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease for 5 years. Referral
received from MD stating deficits in the following areas: balance, perception, gait,
postural instability, coordination, swallowing, tremors, rigidity, bradykinesia,
hypokinesia, and loss of higher cognitive functions. Currently there is not a cure, but
there are treatment options for Parkinson’s Disease. LSVT-BIG is one type of
treatment that Occupational or Physical Therapist can implement. This program uses
high amplitude movements to overcome bradykinesia and hypokinesia. The client
attended 16 sessions in total (1 hour sessions, 4 days a week, for 4 weeks). The client
has been discharged from the LSVT-BIG program for 6 months now and is benefiting
from the long-term effects of the LSVT-BIG program such as improved gait speed and
the speed of reaching across limbs, decrease depression, anxiety, and fatigue. By
participating in this program the client can engage in meaningful occupations.
Pediatric Constraint Induced Movement Therapy vs. Bimanual Training for
Hemiplegia
(Poster # P21)
Heather Duyck, OTS
Sarah is a five year old girl diagnosed with congenital hemiplegia from cerebral palsy.
Her right side is affected, and she has no intellectual disabilities. While her parents
want her to start first grade in the fall, they are worried about her ability to do well in
the classroom because she is right handed. As her occupational therapist, you are
interested in whether pediatric constraint induced movement therapy (Poster
#CIMT) or bimanual training (BIT) would be a more effective treatment plan for
Sarah.
Sling Use with the Flaccid Upper Extremity: Central Nervous System Brain Injury
(Poster # P22)
Cameron Guster, OTS and Brittany Domin, OTS
In the acute care setting, an occupational therapist often evaluates and treats
patients after a central nervous system (CNS) brain injury. There are many
intervention strategies used to help treat these conditions. Slings are most commonly
used short-term with patients who present with a flaccid upper extremity. The main
concern is the efficacy for the sling use with patients who fall under this diagnosis.
Psychometric Study of Home for Life Home Assessment
(Poster # 22)
Debra K Lindstrom, PhD, OTRL, FAOTA and Carolyn Sithong, MS, OTRL, SCEM, CAPS
Psychometric Study of the Home for Life Assessment is an inter-rater reliability and
construct validity study of a 2015 released app-based home modification assessment.
This app leads an OT through the process of making home modification
recommendations based on the client’s safety performing the occupations they need
to perform in each room/area of their home. This study begins the process of
providing evidence for the use of this assessment in practice. Home for Life focuses
on the environment and not the person as the problem to be changed. This OT appbased assessment allows an OT to go through home modification recommendations
efficiently by embedding the home pictures into the report through the app on a
tablet and show examples of recommended equipment at the time of the
assessment. Participants will explain the current psychometric properties of the
assessment.
Occupational Therapy’s Breast Feeding Support Program
(Poster #P23)
Tracy Klein, MS, OTRL and Karen Lin, OTRL
Occupational therapy has so much to offer the new mother/baby couplet. In
addition to working on baby’s oral motor strength and range of motion, OT is also
uniquely positioned to assist with mother’s breast health and fluid flow by use of
ultrasound and manual lymph drainage to treat plugged milk ducts. Plugged milk
ducts can lead to pain, possible infection, diminished milk production, and/or
interfere with ease and longevity of breastfeeding. Learn how the University of
Michigan Health System’s Breastfeeding Support Program helps to address these
issues with evidence based research and Occupational Therapy intervention
techniques.
Assessment of Self-Determination in Adolescents with Neonatal Brachial Plexus
Palsy
(Poster # 31)
Lynnette Rasmussen, OTRL znd Kate Chang, MA
The term self-determination refers to decision-making, goal setting, and
perseverance to achieve those goals. Numerous research studies establish the
importance of self-determination to enhance learning and improve post-school
outcomes. However, most studies evaluate students with learning disabilities,
cognitive impairment, and behavioral disabilities. There is an absence of research on
self-determination for youth with physical disabilities. This study aimed to assess the
self-determination beliefs of adolescents with neonatal brachial plexus palsy (NBPP)
and compare them with typically developing peers on self-reported measures of
function. The audience will gain knowledge about self-determination in adolescents
with NBPP to aide in establishing treatment goals and encourage self-advocacy.
URSDAY
FRIDAY
Session #2
Friday, 9:30-12:30 PM
Health Literacy Resource Manual: Education, Implementation, and Advocacy for
Health Literacy Concepts in Occupational Therapy Practice
Jennifer Friesema, OTD, OTRL
Research has found that only 12% of the American public has proficient health
literacy skills, estimating that 90 million Americans do not have the health literacy
skills to successfully navigate the US health care system. Consequences of poor
health literacy are damaging for individuals, communities and societies as a whole.
The significant prevalence of this problem makes it likely that many people involved
with OT services will have barriers to their treatments based on health literacy. This
workshop will share current research about health literacy and how it impacts the
health care encounter. The PEOP model will guide a comprehensive discussion about
the role of OT in evidence-based evaluation and intervention strategies in the clinic.
Participants will be equipped with knowledge, skills, and resources to be able to
assess their work environment and begin health literacy interventions immediately
after the workshop.
Session #5
Friday, 9:30-12:30 PM
Relationship-Based Feeding: A Primer for Practitioners
Patricia Henton, OTD, OTR/L
Feeding is a primary occupation of children that is necessary for their growth and
development. Parents often seek the assistance of health professionals due to poor
weight gain and feeding concerns. Without appropriate intervention, caregiver stress
due to unresolved feeding difficulties may lead to coercive feeding practices and
negative mealtime behaviors. Current pediatric feeding courses for practitioners
focus on the developmental, physical, behavioral, and sensory components of
feeding yet minimize the social-emotional aspect. This gap in knowledge impacts
professional practice and affects child and family outcomes. A critical appraisal of
current research will address this gap in OT knowledge. An interactive, hands-on
presentation will provide many opportunities to discuss and reflect upon current
feeding practice. This workshop supports AOTA’s Centennial Vision by addressing the
need for evidence-based education to empower practitioners to meet the
occupational needs of children and families in the area of feeding. Learning
Objectives: 1) Describe the complexity of contextual and biopsychosocial factors that
contribute to feeding difficulties; 2) Identify evidence-based feeding interventions
that promote relational and family-centered feeding practice; 3) Compare and
contrast feeding interventions that influence the feeding relationship; 4) Discuss
practical ways to improve occupational therapy practice and feeding outcomes.
Session #9
Friday, 9:30-12:30 PM
OT for Children with Dyslexia
Denise Justice, OTRL; Kirsten Matthews, MA, OTRL; and Donna Case, PhD, OTL
One in five children present with dyslexia. Children with dyslexia often go
undiagnosed or have a delayed diagnosis. Occupational therapists can be
instrumental in the recognition of dyslexia as well as the provision of
interventions/resources for these children. Participants who attend this session will
learn: 1) Characteristics of dyslexia; 2) Difference between dyslexia and learning
disabilities; 3) Presence among other medical diagnoses including brachial plexus
palsy; 4) Importance for early diagnosis; 5) Therapeutic strategies; 6) Adaptive
strategies; 7) Technology interventions; 8) Alternative treatment or services; 9) IEP or
504 plan recommendations.
Session #14
Friday, 9:30-12:30 PM
Documenting the Distinct Value of Occupational Therapy Services in Pediatric
Practice
Sara Androyna, COTAL and Susan Robosan-Burt, OTRL
The focus on this presentation will be on documentation of pediatric occupational
therapy services in the schools and outpatient settings. The current issues and trends
in documentation of pediatric occupational therapy services will be reviewed and
discussed. This workshop will provide current examples and tools to enhance and
improve your documentation. As a participant you will have the opportunity to
dissect and complete documentation through real life videos. This workshop will
include guidelines and strategies to adhere to reimbursement and educational
guidelines utilizing the occupational therapy practice framework. Learning objectives:
1) Document the distinct value of occupational therapy services in pediatric practice
while adhering to reimbursement guidelines, standards of practice and IDEA; 2)
Develop occupational therapy functional problem statements in order to
substantiate occupational therapy goals and intervention; 3) Utilize the occupational
therapy practice framework and documentation tool to establish reasonable and
measurable goals.
Session #35
Friday, 9:30-11:30 PM
Spirituality with the Intellectually Disabled
Barbara Hemphill, D.Min, OTRL, FAOTA
Occupational Therapists deal with everyday activities that facilitate growth and
change of individuals that are intellectually challenged. Therapists provide services
and their knowledge to habilitation, rehabilitation, and promotion of health and
wellness including spirituality. The definition of intellectual disability in the context of
spirituality goes beyond the historical view to include brain injury to the parietal lobe
caused by insults to the brain. It is in the spiritual brain that spirituality is developed.
Spirituality is an occupation that originates in the spiritual self and is expressed
through occupation. Spirituality is a developmental process and occurs in 5 stages of
faith. In order to determine the developmental stages of spirituality, assessments
measuring quality of life and spiritual history are administered. Therapists who
deliver healthcare to individuals that are intellectually challenged should have
competencies that will enhance the client’s ability to express their spirituality in
everyday life. Objectives: 1) Define spirituality in the context of intellectual
disabilities; 2) Recognize spirituality as an occupation; 3) Define the spiritual brain; 4)
Identify faith development related to brain growth; 5) Identify therapist
competencies that will enhance spirituality in healthcare.
Session #34
Friday, 9:30-10:30 AM
Pain Assessment and Management – the Role of Occupational Therapy
Cathleen Johnson, MS, OTRL
Managing a patient’s pain requires an interdisciplinary approach to both assessment
and treatment. Occupational therapy is one of the disciplines that have a significant
role in a comprehensive approach to addressing acute and chronic pain. This course
will provide the OT clinician with a thorough review of physical and psychosocial
assessments to use when evaluating pain. Additionally, this course will provide the
OT and COTA with significant treatment ideas to consider when addressing pain.
Lastly, patient education models will be reviewed to help our patient’s better cope
and manage ADL and IADL with both acute and chronic pain conditions. As a result of
this course participants will be able to: 1)Identify the components of pain assessment
in Occupational therapy; 2) Recognize the physical and psychosocial elements of pain
treatment; 3) Identify effective occupational therapy treatment approaches to
reduce painful conditions; 4) Identify effective patient education models to provide
skilled instruction to manage pain.
Session #33
Friday, 10:30-12:30 PM
Documentation - A Clinician’s Roadmap
Cathleen Johnson, MS, OTRL
This 2 hour workshop will provide clinician’s with an overview of necessary
requirements of documentation, purpose of documentation and then a review of
how to “build” a great story in documentation to support skilled, medically necessary
services. Documentation is a road map from determining needs of treatment to
measuring progress and grading of the interventions. Quality documentation guides
the therapist and therapy assistant to deliver distinct, impairment based
rehabilitative interventions. This session will review evaluations, daily notes,
reporting progress and supporting discontinuance of therapy sessions. The course
will be experiential as well as lecture format to enable participants to gain first-hand
knowledge and application of the principles discussed in the workshop.
Session #26
Friday, 10:30-11:30 AM
Understanding Pain and its Influence on Client Performance (PART 2)
Cheri Ramirez, MS, OTRL and Alissa Baker, MS, OTRL
This workshop is proposed as Part 2 of a two-part workshop. Part 1, Back to Basics:
Functional Neuroanatomy Review includes a review of functional neuroanatomy
and its application to OT practice. Participants can choose to attend Part 1, Part 2, or
both parts. Pain is defined by the International Association for the Study of Pain
(2012) as an unpleasant experience that is also subjective, emotional and
psychological. The experience of pain is most often induced by a noxious stimulus
that activates the nociceptors and nociceptive pathways of the nervous system.
Understanding how these pathways are activated and how the brain modulates this
sensory information can provide occupational therapists with a better understanding
of their client’s perception of pain, how pain medications prescribed by physicians
may be affecting the client’s performance, and how to educate client’s about
effective pain management strategies.
Session #19
Friday, 11:30-12:30 PM
Coping with Pain through Art
Jennifer Dochod, MS, OTRL
This presentation will explore the role of art as a treatment modality in occupational
therapy, related to the emphasis on occupation, representing our unique value in the
world of health care, according to Amy Lamb, president-elect of AOTA (AOTA, 2016).
Included in this discussion are findings from Ms. Dochod’s original research (Dochod,
2007), the importance of full engagement, or “flow”; (Rebeiro and Polgar, 1999;
Csikszentmihalyi, 1990), and positive changes in the brain associated with mindful
activities (Davidson, Kabit-Zinn et al., 2003). This presentation will demonstrate the
value of art for (a) distraction from pain caused by cancer or other trauma or chronic
illness, (b) self-expression, (c) connecting with others, and stress reduction. Following
this presentation, participants will be able to: 1) Identify the limits of traditional
medicine; 2) Recognize the value of arts and crafts as a mode of treatment for coping
with pain; 3) Describe the health benefits of art activities.
Session #20
Friday, 1:30-3:30 PM
Meeting the Healthcare Needs of the LGBTQIA Community: Inclusivity Practices for
Occupational Therapists
Sara Clark MS, OTRL; Cameron Guster, OTS; and Colleen McFawn, MS, OTRL
Occupational therapy practitioners collaborate with clients, caregivers, or coworkers
from the LGBTQIA community in all areas of practice. Increased inclusivity in
language used and questions asked can promote greater trust in the therapist-client
relationship. By the end of this session, participants will be able to: 1) Define terms
for gender identity, gender expression, biological sex, and sexuality; 2) Understand at
a deeper level the lived experience of the LGBTQIA community in relation to health
disparities; 3) Identify ways to use inclusive and culturally-sensitive rapport-building
methods with clients and caregivers from the LGBTQIA community.
Session #29
Friday, 1:30-3:30 PM
Application of the Occupational Therapy Process to Build Leadership Capacity
Scott Truskowski, MS, OTRL; Jeffrey Cendejas, OTS; Emma Cohen, OTS; and Keelia
Parise, OTS
This session will utilize familiar language and the OT process to frame the
connections between leadership and occupational therapy, making leadership a
tangible part of practice. The application of this process will be highlighted through
examples from a recent student research project. Participants will learn about
leadership assessments and how the results can be applied to build leadership
capacity. Leadership can be a part of everyone’s practice, however it is either not
fully understood or does not feel attainable to all practitioners. Therefore, leadership
is relevant to the future of clinical practice, OT education, and various professional
organizations. Learning Objectives: 1) Participants will understand the connections
between leadership, occupational science, and occupational therapy; 2) Participants
will learn how to apply the OT process in order to assess leadership, develop a
personal leadership plan, and potential outcomes related to these steps.
Session #32
Friday, 1:30-3:30 PM
The Distinct Role of OT in Reducing Re-Hospitalization
Cathleen Johnson, MS, OTRL
This didactic and experiential session will allow occupational therapy practitioners to
explore the distinct occupations and process that OT uses to help patients engage in
behaviors, routines and habits that support maintenance of health and safety. Rehospitalization is costly and most importantly disruptive to the client. This session
will focus upon two instrumental ADL that can play a key factor in reducing rehospitalization. The session participants will practice identifying client factors that
are condition specific while considering the individual characteristics of the client context, habits, roles and routines. 1) Define the role of the OT to reduce rehospitalization; 2)Identify client factors that place patient at risk for rehospitalization; 3) Define the occupations of health maintenance / management /
safety / emergency management and the role of OT in PAC; 4)Identify distinct OT
interventions to mitigate client factors to transition patient to next care continuum
level with success.
Session #4
Friday, 1:30-3:30 PM
Shoulder Rehab: Assessment and Intervention
Nancy Hock, OTRL, CHT
Many times referrals for shoulder rehab are sent to physical therapy. OT’s are
considered the experts of the upper quadrant. Why are we not commonly treating
shoulder pathology? The purpose of this session would be to increase the comfort
level of OT’s and OT students in assessing and treating shoulder pathology in multiple
areas of care such as home care, outpatient, in patient rehab and skilled nursing.
Learning objectives: 1) Identify various pathology involving the shoulder;
2)Understand various surgical management techniques and treatment protocols for
management of shoulder pathology; 3)Discuss common interventions utilized in
therapy; 4)Look at the OT evidence and what it supports.
Session #21
Friday, 1:30-3:30 PM
HomeFit Training and Working with AARP MI
Debra K Lindstrom PhD, OTRL, FAOTA; Karen Kafantaris, ASD AARP MI; and Michael
O’Connor, OTRL, CAPS, CBIST
This HomeFit Training and Working with AARP MI workshop is based on the concern
that as the baby boomer generation ages, there is an impending need for older
adults to live in homes that are safe for them. Repeated studies by AARP finds that
89% of people over the age of 50 want to stay in their current home as long as
possible and avoid needing to move to expensive assistive living or nursing homes.
The AARP HomeFit program educates people on how to make their current homes as
safe as possible for them. AARP MI has been providing this program since 2011 with
AARP MI OT HomeFit Volunteers. In 2015 AARP MI presented 35 presentations
throughout the state. This intermediate level presentation will provide information
to participants about the program and the opportunity to become an AARP MI
HomeFit volunteer to provide presentations in their local communities.
Session #36
Friday, 1:30-2:30 PM
The Power of Membership
Susan Robosan-Burt, OTRL and Sara Androyna, COTAL
Do you know what you get for the dues you pay to AOTA? Do you understand the
impact you can make as a member? Do you realize the changes you can make as a
member? The current and past Michigan Reps to the Representative Assembly will
answer these questions for you! You will be amazed!
Session #37
Friday, 2:30-3:30 PM
Accessibility, Visitability, and Long-Term Care Home Modifications
Barbara Rider, PhD, OTL and Richard Baker, AIAE
Current literature focuses on home modification for older adults and individuals
recovering from injury or stroke. This presentation extends home modification
beyond independence for older adults, to home modification for disabled children,
teens and young adults, so they can remain at home with their families. The
presentation will discuss “visitability”, the needs of caregivers, preparing the Letter
of Medical Necessity, and sources of funding. Attendees will be provided with
examples of floor plans, equipment, and strategies to meet home care needs of
severely involved children, teens, and young adults. The home modifications
presented cover very old homes, side-by-side homes, small homes, new homes.
Funding for most of these families is a problem. The partnership of the occupational
therapist and the architect refers way back to a 1996 article in “OT Week”.
Objectives for attendees: 1) understand the home barriers to children and teens as
well as well as their caregivers, 2) receive home modification plans they can apply to
various home modification problems, 3) provision of suggestions for successful
writing of Letters of Medical Necessity and funding sources.
Save the Date
For the 100th Anniversary of
Occupational Therapy
at the 2017 Annual MiOTA Conference
Grand Hotel, Mackinaw Island, MI
Saturday, October 7th
Sunday, October 8th
Welcome Reception
Sponsor
Bronze Sponsor
Exhibitors
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