Katie Schroeder-Smith, MOT, OTR/L has practiced occupational therapy for over 13 years after studying psychology at UNC Chapel Hill and receiving her Masters in OT at Nova Southeastern University. Katie is certified in sensory integration (SIPT) and has received advanced training in pediatric and therapeutic yoga, handwriting, and Therapeutic Listening. She has diverse experience with […]
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Theresa Davis is an independent contractor who provides occupational therapy services for BRG clients, as well as through other providers in Maryland. Theresa has spent the majority of her career working the older client. She has such great insight into the benefit of occupational therapy in the home health setting. After working in various settings
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The Washington Times has featured our #simple4seniors project! Check it out: Frederick commission sees need for senior park By JEN FIFIELD – Associated Press – Sunday, December 14, 2014 FREDERICK, Md. (AP) – Mike Long’s 98-year-old grandfather does not get much exercise. Long, of Frederick, said he tries to get his grandfather to go on walks, but
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Another fantastic editorial from the Frederick News Post on the SIMPLE Park for Frederick. The first commission meeting is next Tuesday, December 9! Will you take 60 seconds to email Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation with your support? Email Roelkey Myers at rmyers@cityoffrederick.com An Open Space & Place for Seniors “A Frederick occupational therapist is set
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By Sue Paul, OTR/L, COO Although the senior park idea has rolled around impatiently inside my head for almost a year, it wasn’t necessarily easy to share. I have never stepped foot into local government before, and I had no idea what to expect once the idea went public. Initial feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.
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By Sue Paul, OTR/L, COO “We’ve put more effort into helping folks reach old age than into helping them enjoy it.” –Frank A. Clark Meet Jessica. She is a 44-year-old mother of 2. After her divorce, she and her boys moved in with her parents, Bill and Sandra. Jessica works full time in a
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The benefits of a park in therapeutic setting for seniors are tremendous, but Frederick offers nothing like this…YET. We are partnering with the City of Frederick to try to bring a Senior park to Frederick! We will be chronicling the project here on the Baker Beacon. What Can You do? Flood Roelkey Myers inbox with
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If you are a resident, staff member, or family member of a resident at Sunrise Assisted Living in Montgomery Village, Maryland, then you already know what a great person she is. For those of you who are not familiar with Vennela Pulikanti, allow us to enlighten you. Vennela has been a physical therapist for over
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How Occupational Therapy Can Help By Mary Schwartz, OTR/L “We just can’t make your glasses any stronger.” To many individuals with low vision, this is a frequently heard statement from eye care professionals. It is estimated than one in four people over the age of 80 are affected by low vision. As the population ages
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By Sue Paul, OTR, COO Yesterday, John and I hosted a luncheon honoring 12 employees and contractors who have been working at BRG for more than five years. The purpose was simple and heartfelt; let us break bread with those who have shown commitment to this journey. Our intention, though sincere, was about as utilitarian
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