Home Health Occupational Therapy Explorer (aka Till and Water)

Monika Lukasiewicz, OTR/L, Certified in COPE Program and Skills2care
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A lifestyle podcast for the home health occupational therapist and those interested in exploring it further. Tackling the ridiculousness of home health and healthcare as an OT, and swapping stories, strategies and insights. With simplicity, humor and inspiration, this podcast is here to support and inspire practical solutions for the home health OT. This creative project is hosted by Monika Lukasiewicz, whose passion for life and home health is sure to be contagious and entertaining. [It was an experiment in exploring non-clinical ways to use the passion for OT And it worked. Recalibrating.]

  1. 09/11/2023

    Ep 40 - Closing the Loop

    This episode is about making amends. If being a listener to the seasons of this podcast has impacted you in a way that you have unanswered questions or need more information about a previous episode, please reach out to me via this email: n2strengths@gmail.com. Please allow at least one week for a response. And thank you for being part of this journey of exploration!! Keep following YOUR INSPIRATION!

    2 min

  2. 08/20/2023

    Ep. 23 - Tiny Car Concert ft. Jake Martini + Tips on Making Change

    Bringing you a trial run of a mini concert with Jake Martini (aka tiny car concert) just for you in your car. Plus, we dig in to what’s helped this Nashville musician with his own transitions of change. [Yes, after Season Two the podcast goes on hiatus while the creator discerns how best to honestly use her creative bandwidth. Keep stirring YOUR inspiration! For the most up-to-date info or products, check out www.tillandwater.com]

    19 min

  3. 08/30/2020

    Ep. 39 - Digestible Research with an Innovative Journal Club ft Sarah Lyon

    Sarah Lyon*, OTR/L and founder of OTpotential.com is also a leader, community-builder, and a Nebraska-creative. She joins us for entertaining and practice-shifting dialogue on research, beginnings, and even summer camp. Join us for the funny and sincere stories that started as a friendship between two camp counselors in Nebraska. Tune in for how Sarah's mission with the OT Journal Club is well equipped to serve the hungry home health OT. *This episode was recorded in 2019 and is a wrap up episode for Season 2.  MASSIVE SPOTLIGHT to an option for stirring up a new focus for your life to bounce into a fruitful, wise and positive direction. Hire a personal coach or trainer for your team at www.8togreat.com or info@8togreat.com. LINKS + TOOLS mentions: COTAD.org: Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity https://otpotential.com/ot-potential-club Sarah's cutting-edge, practice-shifting journal club and community. A few articles you may enjoy, written JUST for the home health OT... OT Productivity Hacks from a Home Health OT Occupational Therapy and Flow: Combating Burnout 3 Motivational Interviewing Strategies Tips for OTs Eating Lunch on the Go [Yes, the podcast is on hiatus currently while the creator discerns how best to honestly use her creative bandwidth. Keep stirring YOUR inspiration! For the most up-to-date info or products, check out www.tillandwater.com]

    44 min

  4. 08/30/2020

    Ep. 38 - How She Addressed Cognition in the Home: Mary Platt is back

    Special guest Mary Platt* is (a now happily retired) OT who trained with Claudia Allen (of the Allen Cognitive Model). She worked private pay after investing years in home health OT. She began serving clients, their families, lawyers and guardians using the Allen Cognitive Model to guide her practice and recommendations. *This episode was recorded in 2019 and is a wrap up episode for Season 2. Want even more inspiration and resources directly to your fingertips?  MASSIVE SPOTLIGHT to a bright human, coach, writer and leader who could authentically support your overall wellness and embodiment into a new way of life. Meet and work with Rachel at www.exerciseyoursoul.org or @exerciseyoursoul. LINKS + TOOLS MENTIONED: COTAD.org: Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity Email Mary for her Allen Cognitive Levels manual at maryplattretiredot@gmail.com Check out her new website + resources: https://www.allencognitivementors.com/ OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED: Version 5 of ACL Screening/Manual Allen Diagnostic Manual Cognition, Occupation and Participation Across the Lifespan by Katz Living Sensationally by Winnie Dunn Dynamic LOTCA assessment Wording for documentation after screening reveals concerns of dementia that Mary mentions:  "Obtain a definitive diagnosis for mental status, possibly of dementing dementia, possibly by a geriatric physician or a neuro psychologist."  "Obtain an updated evaluation of aphasia and its relationship to dementia."  "Evaluate by speech therapist (as applicable if there are further signs of impact to swallowing or communication difficulties)." [Yes, after Season Two the podcast is on hiatus currently while the creator discerns how best to honestly use her creative bandwidth. Keep stirring YOUR inspiration! For the most up-to-date info or products, check out www.tillandwater.com]

    51 min

  5. 08/30/2020

    Ep. 37 - Home Health OT Skills Recycled? Get Non-Clinical with Meredith Castin

    Recorded in the summer of 2019, Meredith Castin often calls home health the "non-clinical incubator" and she is an advocate for therapists to understand their OWN needs in order to find the BEST fit to use them. As a home health OT, there is room to navigate your needs. Claim this space, starting here. Meredith is mother of The Non-Clinical PT and joins us to stir inspiration. She dives in to explore vision, possibility and hope for what's really possible in home health OT and beyond. If you're ready to think (and go) outside the box, this is for you. Want more inspiration? *This episode was recorded in 2019 and is a wrap up episode for Season 2. MASSIVE SPOTLIGHT to to an option to sync up with your own fitness and life goals. Check out the The Wellness Common to help you dig in and be inspired for YOUR life's wellness. Check out www.thewellnesscommon.com or email her at steph@thewellnesscommon.com.  LINKS + TOOLS MENTIONED: COTAD.org: Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity https://thenonclinicalpt.com/ Meredith's website. https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test A quick test to understand YOU a little more. Non-Clinical 101 Course A Course to help you explore your skills and needs. Be true to yourself. 'Don't ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive' -Howard Thurman [Yes, after Season Two the podcast is on hiatus currently while the creator discerns how best to honestly use her creative bandwidth. Keep stirring YOUR inspiration! For the most up-to-date info or products, check out www.tillandwater.com]

    46 min

  6. 08/30/2020

    Ep. 36 - Stroke care at Home Reinvented: Scott (OT) with Saebo

    Ever wondered what home health OT could bring (including evidence-based products that produce results) to a client post CVA? Feed that curiosity today with guest OT and leader at Saebo, Scott Thompson. We explore how this resource can help enrich your practice and therefore your client's lives. *This episode was recorded in 2019 and is a wrap up episode for Season 2. [Yes, after Season Two the podcast is on hiatus currently while the creator discerns how best to honestly use her creative bandwidth. Keep stirring YOUR inspiration! For the most up-to-date info or products, check out www.tillandwater.com] MASSIVE SPOTLIGHT to a jeweler that could change your world, or at least your style. Meet and work with Lyndsey Rieple at www.lyndseyrieple.com. LINKS + TOOLS MENTIONED: COTAD.ORG: Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity www.saebo.com Email: clinicalsupport@saebo.com SaeboMind Mental Practice Exercises SaeboStim Go Easiest e-stim unit ever! Saebo Glide AAROM pole

    45 min

  7. 08/30/2020

    Ep. 35 - Sample Interventions: From Bathroom to Kitchen with Karen Vance (Pt 2)

    *Karen Vance, BSOT, is back and we dig in deeper in this second part episode for more specific examples of home health occupational therapy interventions and real life stories. Karen currently works at Senior Managing Consultant and a Clinical Operations Specialist. She has served on committees ranging from AOTA all the way to National Association of Home Care & Hospice.  Monika brings her own experiences from full-time work in the field/homes as a home health OT. *This episode was recorded in 2019 and is a wrap up episode for Season 2. MASSIVE SPOTLIGHT to an option to sync up with your own fitness and life goals. Check out the The Wellness Common to help you dig in and be inspired for YOUR life's wellness. Check out www.thewellnesscommon.com. LINKS + TOOLS MENTIONED: COTAD.org: Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity OT Potential Journal Club: https://otpotential.com/ot-potential-club Home Health Guide for Occupational Therapy: https://myaota.aota.org/shop_aota/product/900379 [Yes, after Season Two the podcast goes on hiatus while the creator discerns how best to honestly use her creative bandwidth. Keep stirring YOUR inspiration! For the most up-to-date info or products, check out www.tillandwater.com]

    44 min

  8. 08/24/2020

    Ep. 34 - Interventions v. Treatments with Karen Vance (Pt 1)

    Recored in 2019, but still delicious. Karen Vance, BSOT, is one of our favorites because she knows home health OT inside and out. She currently works at Senior Managing Consultant and a Clinical Operations Specialist. She has served on committees ranging from AOTA all the way to National Association of Home Care & Hospice. She helps us dialogue about interventions versus treatments in this episode. *This episode was recorded in 2019 and is a wrap up episode for Season 2. MASSIVE SPOTLIGHT to a life coaching option from an occupational therapist! Check out Dan Eisner Consulting for more life changing insights at dan@daneisnerconsulting.com. LINKS + TOOLS MENTIONED: COTAD.org: Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity Home Health Guide for Occupational Therapy: https://myaota.aota.org/shop_aota/product/900379 OT Potential Journal Club for Sample Eval and Discussion (Sign-in required and very worth it, in our humble opinion): https://otpotential.com/ot-potential-club ArizOTA: https://www.arizota.org/ [Yes, after Season Two the podcast goes on hiatus while the creator discerns how best to honestly use her creative bandwidth. Keep stirring YOUR inspiration! For the most up-to-date info or products, check out www.tillandwater.com]

    26 min
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A lifestyle podcast for the home health occupational therapist and those interested in exploring it further. Tackling the ridiculousness of home health and healthcare as an OT, and swapping stories, strategies and insights. With simplicity, humor and inspiration, this podcast is here to support and inspire practical solutions for the home health OT. This creative project is hosted by Monika Lukasiewicz, whose passion for life and home health is sure to be contagious and entertaining. [It was an experiment in exploring non-clinical ways to use the passion for OT And it worked. Recalibrating.]

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