National Occupational Therapy Month in Canada
October, the National Occupational Therapy Month in Canada, is a time to celebrate occupational therapy’s contributions to helping people live healthier, more satisfying lives. Occupational therapists will be highlighting the importance of communities that are inclusive, diverse and that promote participation from all people, regardless of age or ability.
The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists (CAOT) offers tools, resources and promotional items to make Occupational Therapy month worth celebrating.
Resources
- Test your participation in desired activities with our online quiz.
- Take a look at our case studies and fact sheets.
- OT Month sees the release of the special issue of Occupational Therapy Now magazine, this time focusing on the topic of knowledge.
- Visit www.otworks.ca for consumer tips to hand out to clients during OT Month.
Events
- Check our event calendar for OT Month events in your area.
Tools
- Check out our OT Month Planning Guide which provides tips on promoting OT month, samples and more!
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BackCare Awareness Week
The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy will be celebrating BackCare Awareness Week from 4 to 10 October 2008. This year’s theme is Believe You Can Do It and focuses on the importance of positive thinking in the management of back pain.
Grab a copy of the Healthy Backs Quiz Poster here.
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National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month
September is National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month in the US. It is sponsored by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA’s) Center for Substance Abuse Treatment (CSAT).
It is possible to treat addiction, whether it be submitting oneself for alcohol rehab or getting into a drug treatment center. The important thing is to acknowledge that there is a problem and be open to accept help. Recovery is not an easy process but there is a whole lot of support available out there if one is willing to reach out. Such is the aim of this awareness campaign.
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