Michigan Occupational Therapy Association

Join us! MiOTA Webinar: Irlen syndrome: OT applications Presented by Maria Dobbertien, MSOTRL, BCP, LMT Wednesday, 12/11/2024 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM Irlen syndrome affects a variety of children and adults with visual, sensory, and other neurodiverse conditions. Understanding how to screen and implement strategies to address this syndrome will improve the quality of life measures for you clients and allow you to understand the certification options within the OT scope of practice One contact hour will be provided to MiOTA members Link to register: https://lnkd.in/eCwSrHqJ

Thank you for your patience as the MiOTA continuing education committee attempts to get to the bottom of the issues during the Assistive Technology webinar that was scheduled on November 13th. We are in the process of problem solving and correcting future issues with the google meet platform and communicating with our committee for support during future webinars. We are also trying to reschedule the webinar in 2025 if we still have interest from Occupational Therapy practitioners to attend. There is also a request from the speaker to what Occupational Therapist practitioners feel is their primary barrier to using Assistive Technology in their practice. We will keep you informed if we are able to reschedule this topic with the speaker. Sincerely, Charisse F.

Last chance!! Show your support with your own MiOTA branded T-shirt, crew neck sweater, and canvas tote bag! Our MIOTA merchandise is flying off the shelves, and this is your FINAL reminder to grab yours! 🎉👕 You have until **Sunday, 10/27/2024 at Midnight EST** to purchase your shirts, sweatshirts, and tote bags. Don’t miss out on this chance to show off your love for occupational therapy while spreading the word about our amazing profession! 🌈👐 Let’s come together and wear our passion proudly! Head to our online store now and get your MIOTA merch before time runs out! 💙 #MIOTA #OccupationalTherapy #MerchWithAPurpose #LastChance Link: https://lnkd.in/envgJiat

Join us! OT and Assistive Technology, presented by Cara Masselink, PhD, OTRL, ATP, HPCS MiOTA Webinar Presentation: Wednesday 11/13/2024 7:00-8:00pm (EDT) Using seating and wheeled mobility recommendations as an example, the webinar will take you through an evaluation process, pairing our OT process with unique considerations for optimal assistive technology matches. In doing this well we advocate for our client's occupational performance goals, so key points on documentation and equipment coverage will also be addressed. 1 contact hour will be awarded to MiOTA members Event registration link: https://lnkd.in/ete-TwN4

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MIOTA Members and Colleagues: Please join us in-person for the 2024 fall conference! Michigan Occupational Therapy Association Annual Fall Conference Friday, October 18 - Sunday, October 20, 2024 Boyne Mountain Resort 1 Boyne Mountain Road Boyne Falls MI 49713 Website: https://lnkd.in/ezfK_29G... **Conference registration refunds will not be administered after September 30, 2024 Registration: https://lnkd.in/eR68JJsB... Session Description Detail: https://lnkd.in/exnpTsMb Event Schedule Detail: https://lnkd.in/eSY2ure8 Hotel Booking: Online: https://lnkd.in/eu_c8p5h Phone: 800.462.6963 Rate: $191/night (includes resort fee), 2-night minimum Taxes additional Hotel has a water park attached and conference venue is a separate building at the base of the ski hill Conference Registration Pricing: Members: Full Conference: $300 Friday only: $110 Saturday only: $150 Sunday only: $130 Non-Members: Full Conference: $400 Friday only: $210 Saturday only: $250 Sunday only: $230

MIOT seeking BCBS LIAISON volunteer...Your help is needed to advocate for OT! https://lnkd.in/eGW3F79g

Seeking volunteers for the Lansing Lobby Day Planning Committee! Thursday, October 17th, 7-8PM EST https://lnkd.in/eSGg6K5N Help plan a day at the state capitol. Create MiOTA Advocacy Action Plan Sign up by contacting: Advocacy@MiOTA.org CEU's provided for volunteering

CALL TO ACTION FOR ALL MIOTA MEMBERS:  1. Review the proposed bylaws 2. Provide any public comment 3. Vote on the changes (electronic ballot will be sent in October)

MiOTA is excited to now offer CE videos on its web store at reasonable rates: $15 for members, $25 for non-members. Check out September's lineup and stay tuned for new content monthly! Learn More: https://lnkd.in/ewnrAJjx