Specialized Occupational Therapy Services - Spots LLC

09/08/2024

September 8 has been designated National 988 Day, which is fitting since September is Su***de Prevention Month. This critical service from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides 24/7, judgment-free counseling via talk, text or chat for anyone experiencing mental health, substance abuse or other crisis issues. Since its 2022 launch, this free service has provided critical counseling via 10.8 million calls, texts and chats. Please encourage those you know and love to reach out to 988 if they need help.

Occupational Therapists can also be a resource after the crisis has passed and people want to work through complex issues. This allied health service was founded to support mental health issues through activities and participation. Please consider including OTs when addressing mental health issues.

09/08/2024

September 8 has been designated National 988 Day, which is fitting since September is Su***de Prevention Month. This critical service from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides 24/7, judgment-free counseling via talk, text or chat for anyone experiencing mental health, substance abuse or other crisis issues. Since its 2022 launch, this free service has provided critical counseling via 10.8 million calls, texts and chats. Please encourage those you know and love to reach out to 988 if they need help.

Occupational Therapists can also be a resource after the crisis has passed and people want to work through complex issues. This allied health service was founded to support mental health issues through activities and participation. Please consider including OTs when addressing mental health issues.

06/10/2024

The rate of loneliness is definitely on the rise in the United States and also in the United Kingdom where Loneliness Awareness Week is observed. Dr. Vivek Murthy, United States Surgeon General, stated "Loneliness is far more than a bad feeling--it harms both individual and societal health. It is associated with a greater risk of cardiovascular disease, dementia, stroke, depression, anxiety and premature death. The mortality impact of being socially disconnected is similar to that caused by smoking up to 15 ci******es a day." Resolve today to start making positive connections with those around you like sharing a smile or a joke, spreading a kind word or enjoying a shared meal.

Occupational Therapists can help with tackling loneliness and social isolation by meeting with clients, determining what matters to them and collaborating on mutually agreed upon goals to address these issues.

04/24/2024

April is Occupational Therapy Month! This dynamic allied healthcare service provides meaning to one's life by helping a person live a productive life through client-centered services. OT helps infants, children, adults and older adults in a variety of settings. Learn more about this critical member of the Whole Health team!

04/24/2024

April is the month set aside to honor the 144, 840+ Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants who do outstanding work every day to enhance the lives of their clients. I am proud to be part of this dynamic allied health profession!

03/18/2024

There are over 6.5 million military and veteran caregivers providing $14 billion in unpaid labor caring for servicemembers according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. I was honored to organize a caregivers' support retreat thanks to a generous grant from the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) and its MOAA Foundation to provide education and relaxation techniques to deserving caregivers. I was also able to use my Occupational Therapy lens and showcase the power of this allied health service!

03/15/2024

03/15/2024

Today is World Sleep Day! This multi-national event is dedicated to promoting the importance of getting sound sleep and its connection to good health. The theme for this year's observance is "Sleep Equity for Global Health". The CDC has excellent resources about promoting good sleep habits and Occupational Therapists are skilled at helping people adopt sound sleep routines and habits!

02/26/2024

There are 3 million adults, ages 40 years and older, living with Low Vision according to the National Eye Institute. Everyday activities and your abilities to participate in work and leisure activities are impacted. These rates will only increase as the population grows older. Learn what you can do now to prevent further vision loss and improve your current abilities to do the things you love!

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02/12/2024

With a healthy heart, you can do more of what you love. SpOTs LLC is proud to support the “Heart-Healthy Steps” campaign to help more people take small steps for better heart health! Take your first step today at hearthealthysteps.org.

01/25/2024

January is the start of a whole new year and can be the start of a whole new you -- grab your fur baby and get outside!