The practice area was selected as pediatric occupational therapy, with a focus on preparing children for school by developing fine and gross motor skills. This program offers nannies engaging, easy-to-implement strategies to support child development during play, daily routines, and everyday activities.

This topic was chosen because nannies often spend more time with children than any other caregiver, yet may lack the specialized tools and support needed to foster growth in coordination, strength, and motor skills. By acknowledging the vital role nannies play in early childhood development, the program empowers them with both purpose and confidence. The accompanying toolkit explains the importance of each recommended activity.

This is a comprehensive OT initiative aimed at reducing injuries among Las Vegas hotel and casino housekeeping teams through a bilingual, union‑supported training program led by an OTA under OT supervision. The curriculum combines education on musculoskeletal injury risk factors and OSHA‑like ergonomics with hands‑on training and use of long-handled or adaptive tools, tailored to common housekeeping tasks such as bed‑making, vacuuming, and bathroom cleaning. Sessions are scheduled during slower shifts in hotel banquet rooms and coordinated with HR and the Culinary Union to minimize disruption. Its long-term impact includes fewer back, shoulder, and wrist injuries, reduced leave time, and improved job satisfaction and retention, while challenges like language barriers, scheduling logistics, and employer buy‑in are addressed via translated materials, schedule flexibility, and union engagement. This approach aligns with best practices in occupational therapy for workplace wellness and ergonomic interventions to prevent hotel housekeeping musculoskeletal injuries.

Next Chapter OT is a program designed to help people in prison get ready for life after release. It focuses on improving daily routines, emotional health, and life skills, so individuals can live more independently and avoid returning to jail. The program includes 12 structured sessions that start inside the facility and continue after release through partnerships with local organizations. A certified OTA, an OT aide, and peer mentors lead the sessions to keep the program affordable and supportive. Overall, it helps people build confidence, manage stress, and successfully rejoin their communities.

This is an OTA led program aimed at improving digital literacy and scam prevention for older adults. Through individualized, hands-on sessions, participants learn to navigate technology tools such as smartphones, online banking, and healthcare portals while also developing skills to identify and avoid scams. The ultimate goal is to enhance client safety, confidence, and independence in the digital world, thereby promoting meaningful occupational engagement and reducing vulnerability to financial exploitation.

This presentation focuses on the fact that mental health is often overlooked in hospital settings, where the primary focus is usually on physical recovery. However, many patients experience emotional challenges like depression, anxiety, or isolation during their stay, which can impact their overall well-being and even delay healing. I introduced a volunteer-based program aimed at filling this gap. This ties directly into the role of occupational therapy, which looks at the person as a whole. OT focuses on helping individuals engage in meaningful activities and maintain their routines, even in challenging environments like hospitals. This program reflects OT values by supporting mental health, promoting occupational engagement, and creating a more holistic approach to patient care.