“I honestly think it is better to be a failure at something you love than to be a success at something you hate.”
George Burns
Autism and the Role of Occupational Therapy
On April 2nd the world “lit it up blue” in support of World Autism Awareness Day. It is estimated that Autism Spectrum Disorder affects over 3 million individuals in the U.S. and tens of millions worldwide.
Occupational Therapy plays an important role in helping individuals living with autism. Learn many of the ways an OT can support individuals and their families in the following infographic:
Laughter Therapy
Weekly Mind Bender
I am only one color, but not one size, stuck at the bottom, yet I easily fly. I am present in sun, but not in rain, doing no harm, and feeling no pain. What am I?
A shadow.
Inspired
Learn more about the uplifting story of how new technology allowed an 11-year old blind girl to see her favourite hockey team play for the first time.
Recognizing Elder Abuse
As the population ages the issue of elder abuse is becoming much more prominent. The World Health Organization defines elder abuse as: “a single, or repeated act, or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust which causes harm or distress to an older person.”
The following from the McMaster Optimal Aging Portal discusses how to recognize signs of elder abuse. Take a look further into their four-part series to learn more about the issue of elder abuse and how to help someone in need.
McMaster Optimal Aging Portal: Elder abuse just next door! Part 1: What is elder abuse?
Inspired
“You say it’s too late to make it but is it too late to try?”
Maroon 5, Payphone
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Tips for Coping with Picky Eaters
March is Nutrition Month and to celebrate our Food for Thought series will focus on some of the main factors that influence what and how we eat.
Picky eating is something quite common in children and youth and can cause great worry and disruption for many parents. Take a look at the following from the Dietitians of Canada to learn how to manage mealtime meltdowns and overcome the picky eating problem.
The Dietitians of Canada: Take the Fight out of Food
For more information on picky eating and solutions to help, check out the following video from our OT-V series: Solutions for Picky Eaters.
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“Always make a total effort, even when the odds are against you.”
Arnold Palmer