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The OT Flourish PodcastAuthor: Mandy Chamberlain MOTR/L Occupational Therapist
The OT Flourish Podcast (previously known as the Seniors Flourish Podcast) with Mandy Chamberlain MOTR/L showcases interviews with Occupational Therapy influencers, answers questions and discusses relevant topics for OT practitioners working with older adults. Let's get EXCITED for OT when working with older adults while getting practical, actionable ideas that you can use in their own practice right away. The OT Flourish podcast mission is simple: Helping OT practitioners be the best they can be when working with older adults. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Science Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Animal-Assisted Interventions in OT: From Pets to Partners
Episode 10
Wednesday, 5 November, 2025
This podcast episode delves into the integration of animal-assisted therapy within occupational therapy (OT). Featuring experts Dr. Macy Burr OTD, OTR/L and Dr. Taylor Chasten Griffin PhD, the episode explores how therapy dogs contribute to therapeutic outcomes. Highlighting various settings, from schools to assisted living facilities, it emphasizes the motivational and engagement benefits animals provide. The discussion includes the importance of standardized terminology, differentiating 'animal assisted interventions' from other terms, and the unique relationship between therapy animals and patients, providing a new dimension to occupational therapy practices. Resources: Association of Animal-Assisted Intervention Professionals Therapy Animal Certification for Professionals If you're an OT Accelerator member, don't forget to log in and complete the post-course quiz for a CEU. 🍃🍃🍃🍃 Also, be sure to check out the free resources available at OTflourish.com, including quick references, documentation and goal writing guides, treatment ideas, and helpful tools to support you in your OT practice working with older adults. And if you're ready to take your practice to the next level, the OT Accelerator is here for you! It's the #1 resource and OT mentorship community for OT practitioners and students working in geriatric settings. Inside, you'll get access to evidence-based resources, treatment ideas, and a supportive community to help you feel confident and capable in your practice. Learn more and join today at OTflourish.com/membership Connect with OT Flourish: Website: OTFlourish.com Instagram: @OT.Flourish Facebook: OT Flourish 👉 Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review! Your feedback helps us continue bringing valuable content to the OT community. 🎙️
