… Paths Area of Expertise Chronic Illness & Disability Whitney McWherter Cranna, a 2022 post-professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy graduate, is a consultant for eBay where she is working to improve disability inclusion practices … questions – and an innovative approach – to eBay where she plans on helping create a more inclusive environment for employees with disabilities.  “It’s gratifying to …

… Occupational Therapy Pursuing an advanced occupational therapy degree is a significant step that requires careful consideration. With so many occupational … goals can feel overwhelming. An evidence-based curriculum, hands-on practice, and a strong clinical network are all factors to consider when selecting the right … to make well-informed, data-driven decisions in their clinical practice. In a high-quality occupational therapy program, you’ll learn to assess, interpret, and …

… A Tip of the Cap to Program That Helps People with Aphasia … A Tip of the Cap to Program That Helps People with Aphasia Clients in Spaulding-IHP’s … for recovery that lay ahead.  “I had no idea what to expect,” shared Mary, a member of this year’s program cohort. “I was a little nervous, but excited.” The Spaulding-IHP’s Comprehensive Aphasia (S-IHP's …

… dedication to creating positive change and serving her community has been a driving force throughout her academic journey. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science with minors in Disability Studies, Human … when I lost the skills I had always taken for granted, I needed more than that to get the ball rolling.  That catalyst, the single thing keeping my head above water …

… A Celebration of “Motivation and Persistence” … A Celebration of “Motivation and Persistence” Topics Interprofessional Education Area … her work with the Boston Red Sox, which she then passed around the room.  With a background as a vice-president working in television broadcasting, the founder and … and persistence,” continued Absalon. “Thank you again for this chance to get to know you and work with you all. Just as we hoped to make a difference in your …

… students at the MGH Institute are trained, or are in training, to help people in a variety of ways. Sometimes that means helping an individual and sometimes that means implementing a system that can help many people. At the Kennedy Center Early Education Program in … help with different groups and classrooms, but the next step is to see how we can get more help in there,” said Mackey.   Currently, Mackey is working with the Kennedy …

… spring, months before the Black Lives Matter movement made headlines, she took a first step by hiring two students for a pilot program. The students were provided … or anti-oppression resources into their curriculum so that diversity issues don’t get put on the back burner,” Corliss Kanazawa says. Kanazawa, a JEDI Fellow and an … be well prepared to teach and talk about these issues. And we want our students to get the competency they need so they’re prepared as clinicians to care for a very …