Unleash Using Internet Resources to support Occupational Therapy Practice UOTA Fall Conference 2013

Entry Level: Get a “bright idea”, Think about the possibilities Novice level See what’s out there How can you expand what you are doing? Master level How can you build momentum in your practice How can you increase state- wide collaboration and a “brain trust” Entry, Novice or Master level Everyone is at a different place

Why now? Therapists are itinerant, many clinics There is increased portability with electronic tools 92.5% of Utahans have access to internet (that’s twice the national average) Therapists have an increased need for collaboration with others Clients are “wired” for technology

Objectives 1. Identify and describe Software/Apps, and websites which help manage electronic information across environments 2. Identify and describe Software/Apps, free ware and websites which promote training attention, motor control, cognition 3. Identify how to use these resources to promote intrastate and national collaboration

Technology rules 1.Technology is always changing, revising or updating- find a way to stay sane:  read reviews,  collaborate with colleagues--- ask questions  limit what you choose to use. 2. Always have a back-up

What are you going to use and how are you going to access WiFi vs. 3G Networks – Site based therapy – WiFi Many devices do not have a wired portal for internet Where are the hubs, are they locked, can you get a reliable signal – Mobile therapy – Wifi may not be available 3G network devices (phones, some options with I pads) Dependent on monthly service plan

Devices – dependent on: Size – How to access (tap/swipe) – How bright – How loud Internet Conductivity Sharablility (USB vs. Cloud) “Feel” does it navigate easily by touch Battery Life

Why Apps’- Electronic therapies Cool Factor- children/young adults will do things (crossword puzzles/Words with Friends) that they would not do in paper or game/scrabble Adults want to stay connected. Have access to smart phones/internet Increases engagement with others, creates a social network Lots of visual and auditory sensory input Immediate cause and effect Portability

Types of Apps 1.Web (Cloud) based (hosted online) vs. stand alone Utube vs Camera 2.Type of device versions – some supported only on a phone or tablet, some support both a phone and tablet. 3.Full Versions vs. Lite versions

Why use APPS Cheap – free, most $ Fast – downloads immediately Installs immediately – no technician needed

Where to find the “Best” Apps Colleagues Search engines – Google, Bing Featured APPS on ITunes Google Marketplace Blogs: (

AOTA—listing of APPS by practice area ( )

OT Connections ( Note: you need to sign in to see all the content

OTs with APPS ( )

Pinterest

Advance for OT

Divine Caroline.com ( Apps for adults with ADD/ADHD Android Apps – Routinely – Mindjet – Astrid Tasks

How many Apps are there?

2 Major APPS market AndroidApple

Android Lots of “players” –many devices, offer many features (for gestures, file management) Different devices offer different peripherals (USB ports, external storage, universal cords for projectors) 3 rd party App stores – make and host your own App Increased ability to customization and personalization If you’re tech savy and like to do techie stuff… this is the way to go

Apple Everything is controlled thru iTunes! Needs Apple devices and peripherals (limited) Customization is controlled by the features Apple wants Initiated the Apps store, has a longer history and many users– lots of reviews If you want to just get something that doesn’t take Techie skills, this is the way to go

Live Scribe Pen

Web Sites for collaboration OT Connections – AOTA Facebook- AOTA twitter – AOTA social media –

Cons for Electronic Therapies/APPS Can contribute to social isolation Sedentary lifestyle obsession

Therapeutic Benefits of using APPS Provides Multi-modal learning, Accessibility features Trains for independent ADLs Motivates and provides immediate rewards Built in timers, scores for data collection

Promote Collaboration Facebook Twitter Livebinders Web Page Blogs

Use a backup 1. paper/audio versions 2.use “the cloud” to routinely backup 3. yourself important information 4.Use the camera feature on your smart phone or Ipad 5.set up some docs/apps for “off line” 6.Secure Safe 7.Live Binder