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We like deep dives to this time it's Why Heart Health is Important | Aging in Place Solutions. Soooo inquiring minds wanna know...what are your thoughts on it?
Why Heart Health is Important | Aging in Place Solutions
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September 16, 2025 at 4:40 PM
We like deep dives to this time it's Hard of Hearing | Aging in Place Solutions. Soooo inquiring minds wanna know...what are your thoughts on it?
Hard of Hearing | Aging in Place Solutions
Our newest deep dive
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September 16, 2025 at 4:34 PM
We like deep dives to this time it's 9 Best Ways to Make Tubs, Showers, Sinks Accessible | Aging in Place Solutions. Soooo inquiring minds wanna know...what are your thoughts on it?
9 Best Ways to Make Tubs, Showers, Sinks Accessible | Aging in Place Solutions
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September 16, 2025 at 4:32 PM
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Do weighted bracelets for tremors work?
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September 16, 2025 at 4:32 PM
We like deep dives to this time it's Dementia and Alzheimer's | Aging in Place Solutions. Soooo inquiring minds wanna know...what are your thoughts on it?
Dementia and Alzheimer's | Aging in Place Solutions
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September 16, 2025 at 4:30 PM
We like deep dives to this time it's Top 3 Myths When Getting a Stair Lift for a Loved One. Soooo inquiring minds wanna know...what are your thoughts on it?
Top 3 Myths When Getting a Stair Lift for a Loved One
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September 16, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Great to see occupational therapy highlighted in this article - along with our founder's thoughts! www.healthcentral.com/condition/pa...
Home Modifications for Pakinson's Disease
Discover simple home modifications that improve safety and independence for people living with Parkinson’s.
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August 25, 2025 at 4:27 PM
We like deep dives to this time it's Adaptive Handwriting Tools for Kids and Stroke Recovery. Soooo inquiring minds wanna know...what are your thoughts on it?
Adaptive Handwriting Tools for Kids and Stroke Recovery
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August 7, 2025 at 9:05 PM
We like deep dives to this time it's 5 Best Walking Aids & Walkers For Parkinson’s Patients. Soooo inquiring minds wanna know...what are your thoughts on it?
5 Best Walking Aids & Walkers For Parkinson’s Patients
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July 8, 2025 at 7:56 PM
We like deep dives to this time it's 5 Best Walking Aids & Walkers For Parkinson’s Patients. Soooo inquiring minds wanna know...what are your thoughts on it?
5 Best Walking Aids & Walkers For Parkinson’s Patients
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July 8, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Can't wait for this next webinar! Join us if thinking about OT outside the box is interesting to you. us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
June 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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May 9, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Celebrate OT Month! Caregivers & OTs: Discover top blogs with tips to support your loved ones & clients. www.asksamie.com/blogs/how-to...

#OTMonth #CaregiverTips #AskSAMIE
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April 29, 2025 at 7:58 PM
How to Catch an OT? Simple—adaptive equipment!
OTs have these tools to promote independence and safety.
Curious about other OT-approved adaptive solutions? Follow for regular OT insights, tips, and recommendations!

#OccupationalTherapy#IndependentLiving#OTTips#AskSAMIE#mobility
April 28, 2025 at 6:02 PM
You’re Doing the Most—It’s Time Something Did the Same for You ⭐ Meet OTConnected a digital hub for OTPs to discover, save, and share adaptive resources, grow their business, and connect with a community—made just for OTPs. Check it out now at: otconnected.com

#occupationaltherapy #resources #care
April 17, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Struggling with resistance to care? You’re not alone. These 3 OT-backed strategies help reduce agitation and boost dignity during daily care. Save & share. More tips at AskSAMIE.com.

#occupationaltherapy #dementiacare #seniorcare
April 16, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Imagine your environment telling you that you don’t belong. That’s what happens when DEI is erased—it impacts people with disabilities, health issues, and more. Hear the OT perspective on CareLab.

#InclusionMatters #DEI #DisabilityRights #AccessibilityMatters #HealthEquity
April 3, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Unmanaged diabetes can damage ear structures, leading to hearing loss and poor communication with healthcare providers. Occupational therapy aids better communication.

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#HearingHealth #DiabetesCare #CommunicationMatters
Hearing and Health! with Dr. Hope Lanter
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March 13, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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“Don’t be afraid to ask questions. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Asking for help isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a sign of strength.” Barack Obama

Ask for the help you want and need.

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#kindness #compassion

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February 20, 2025 at 7:57 AM
Nothing prepares you for that call—the one that flips your world upside down. A crisis hits, panic sets in, and logic fades. In this episode of #CareLab, we break down how to be ready when the unimaginable happens. Listen to the full episode here! 🎧

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February 18, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Discharge planning isn’t just about giving info—it’s about making sure caregivers can absorb and apply it. Bridge the gap by sharing info in small chunks, repeating key details, and providing takeaways.🔗 Find resources at AskSAMIE.com & watch here: youtu.be/PeJ-F3VUaik
February 12, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Falls aren’t just about walking—they stem from vision, habits, or even furniture placement. OTs help address root causes with personalized strategies. In this CareLab episode, Emilia Bourland & Brandy Archie share fall prevention tips for caregivers.

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February 4, 2025 at 9:20 PM
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1/31/1851 — b. Alice Bennett, American physician, hospital director, medical educator. The first woman to earn a Ph.D. from the Univ of Penn. Advanced mental health treatment for female patients by abolishing restraints and introducing occupational therapy #womenshistory #WomenInSTEM #OTD
January 31, 2025 at 4:44 PM
What Should an OT Ask During Home Assessments?

Ask key questions to ensure safety:
✅ How does your loved one move? – Fits routines.
✅ Biggest bath-time challenge? – Custom solutions help.
✅ Where do they reach for support? – Safety they’ll use.

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#CaregiverSupport #OT
February 3, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Resistance to adaptive equipment is common due to stigma or fear. As an OT, emphasize that these tools restore independence, not signal defeat. Build trust by collaborating on choices and sharing success stories. Find strategies and resources to support adoption at AskSAMIE.com. 💡
January 31, 2025 at 9:00 PM