Hippotherapy Articles
Occupational Therapy Articles
- Systematic Review of Interventions Used in Occupational Therapy to Promote Motor Performance for Children Ages Birth–5 Years
- Systematic Review of Occupational Therapy Interventions to Improve Cognitive Development in Children Ages Birth–5 Years
- Effectiveness of Ayres Sensory Integration and Sensory-Based Interventions for People With Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Systematic Review
- HOW TO PICK A TOY: Checklist for Toy Shopping
United Counseling Service – Bennington VT
Incorporated in 1958, United Counseling Service has worked to provide Bennington County with nationally recognized community-based services for children, adults, families, and seniors with the goal of helping people improve their quality of life.
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We envision a strengthened community where people feel valued, empowered, secure, and purposeful.
We respect people’s dignity, accept them for who they are, and creatively help them to thrive, with the understanding that helping others helps us all.
Brattleboro Retreat
Help for mental health and addictive disorders is available for you, right here on our private, southern Vermont campus. If you’re suffering from problems with depression, addiction to alcohol or other drugs, bipolar disorder, or difficulties related to anxiety, PTSD, or a co-occurring dual diagnosis disorder, the Brattleboro Retreat is here for you.
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The Brattleboro Retreat provides specialized diagnosis and treatment services for children, adolescents and adults suffering from a wide range of psychiatric and addiction challenges. Since 1834, people from all walks of life have found strength and new hope on our safe, restorative Vermont campus. You can, too.
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital – OT
Occupational Therapy at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital:
- Most referrals to OT in the outpatient setting involve management of upper extremity conditions, mainly orthopedic or neurological in nature. Examples of conditions are fractures, sprains, arthritis, surgeries, carpal tunnel syndrome, nerve palsies, and stroke.
- Many simple orthopedic conditions can be seen in OT prior to an orthopedic consultation. It can be very useful to initiate therapy quickly after an injury, especially if there is going to be a long delay before the orthopedic appointment can be scheduled.
- Patients must get a referral for OT services from their primary care physician or the specialist currently caring for their condition.
Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth-Hitchcock
Pediatric specialists observe, test, and counsel families regarding the developmental/behavioral status of their child after extensive review of early intervention/school reports, family questionnaires, and examination of the child.
In addition the staff advises, coordinates, and educates families, primary care providers, educators, and therapists about the diagnoses and management of children and youth within their community setting. The family receives a comprehensive care plan which may include medical, developmental, educational, and/or psychological evaluations with specific suggestions on how to implement the care plan.
A close collaboration between parents, professionals, and educators is maintained. The primary care provider (PCP) has access to a ‘one-referral’ entry point. Following consultation, the PCP receives clear recommendations and continued support to strengthen the medical home for the family.