Occupational Therapy's Crucial Role in Community Mobility and Driving for Aging in Place

ALL SESSIONS ARE CLOSED CAPTIONED AND WILL BE RECORDED AND MADE AVAILABLE TO REGISTERED ATTENDEES WITHIN 24-48 BUSINESS HOURS AT THE OTLEARN PORTAL.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

This webinar highlights occupational therapy's pivotal role in addressing instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) for aging populations, focusing on community mobility and driving.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Learn to assess physical, cognitive, and environmental factors impacting aging in place, driving, and community mobility for safe, independent living.
• Explore evidence-based strategies and tools to promote safe, independent community mobility and driving to foster successful aging in place.

SPEAKERS

Sara Story, EdD, OTD, OTR/L, BCG, CAPS

Story's education includes an EdD from Spalding University, a DrOT from the University of St. Augustine, and a BS in Health Science and MOT from Spalding University. Her certifications and expertise encompass gerontology, Certified Aging in Place Specialist, and mental health. Maintaining her clinician status, she integrates current practice into the classroom, focusing on aging in place, community mobility, and mental health services. She has presented at state and national levels.

Ariana Baldwin

Graduate Admission Counselor at Valparaiso University with over four years of experience guiding students through the enrollment process. Passionate about education and fostering student success.

SPONSORED BY:

Valparaiso University

Earn up to 1.00 contact hour.