American Occupational Therapy Association - AOTA

American Occupational Therapy Association - AOTA AOTA, established in 1917, is the national professional association for occupational therapy practitioners and students.
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Discover how to deliver meaningful care in post-acute settings!Join occupational therapy leaders, practitioners, and adv...
06/12/2026

Discover how to deliver meaningful care in post-acute settings!
Join occupational therapy leaders, practitioners, and advocates on June 29 for a focused day of education, built around person-centered care for practitioners in SNFs, long-term care, and home health settings.

AOTA’s Elevating OT's Role in Post-Acute Care virtual conference will connect value-based care and outcome-based payment systems directly to your daily practice.

Earn up to 5 contact hours | Register now: https://bit.ly/4dNUgpj

AOTA members & staff recently participated in the The American Society of Colon and Re**al Surgeons - ASCRS Annual Scien...
06/11/2026

AOTA members & staff recently participated in the The American Society of Colon and Re**al Surgeons - ASCRS Annual Scientific Meeting through Surgeonomics—a collaboration between ASCRS and AOTA focused on surgeon ergonomics and well-being.

The Surgeonomics booth featured common equipment used in laparoscopic, endoscopic, and robotic procedures, enabling OT practitioners to observe surgeons' movement patterns and share strategies to prevent injury, reduce pain, and support career longevity.

06/10/2026

In a recent U.S. News & World Report article, AOTA CEO Dr. Katie Jordan highlighted how occupational therapy helps people build, regain, or maintain the skills needed for everyday life.

"An occupational therapy practitioner could treat a child with autism trying to engage in activities in school and play with their friends, or they could work with an older adult recovering from a stroke and trying to return home in their community,” she said.

Read more: https://health.usnews.com/wellness/articles/what-is-occupational-therapy?src=share

Congratulations to Timothy J. Wolf, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, who assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief of the American Journal o...
06/09/2026

Congratulations to Timothy J. Wolf, OTD, OTR/L, FAOTA, who assumes the role of Editor-in-Chief of the American Journal of Occupational Therapy (AJOT) on July 1! Wolf is the OT Department Chair at the University of Missouri-Columbia.

We are incredibly grateful to Stacey Reynolds, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, who completes six years of leading AJOT at the end of June. https://bit.ly/49LtJXh

To receive the complete issue of AJOT each month, become an AOTA member at aota.org/membership

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Happy ! AOTA celebrates the diversity, strength, and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community and reaffirms our commitme...
06/08/2026

Happy ! AOTA celebrates the diversity, strength, and contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community and reaffirms our commitment to fostering inclusive environments where all people feel respected, valued, and supported.

Explore LGBTQIA+ inclusive practice resources: https://bit.ly/455mckB

06/05/2026

As Member Appreciation Week comes to a close, we’re celebrating those who make AOTA such a vibrant community. Hear directly from members about the resources, connections, and opportunities that help them thrive.

Thank you to our members! Don’t miss out—become a part of the AOTA community today at aota.org/membership

AOTA membership not only gives you access to tools and resources designed to support you throughout your career, but rel...
06/04/2026

AOTA membership not only gives you access to tools and resources designed to support you throughout your career, but relationships and opportunities to find your people and build lasting connections.

Through groups like Special Interest Sections and Communities of Practice, and platforms like CommunOT, members can connect with others, exchange ideas, and grow in specific practice settings while exploring others! Learn more at aota.org/memberappreciation

It's hard to keep up with every assessment or intervention, especially when you've got a diverse caseload. Whether you n...
06/03/2026

It's hard to keep up with every assessment or intervention, especially when you've got a diverse caseload. Whether you need to develop a treatment plan, draft care partner-friendly explanations, or find meaningful ways to measure progress, askAOTA can help.

AOTA's newest member benefit is built on decades of research, practice guidelines, and expertise that you can trust.

Anyone can try for free, but AOTA members get unlimited access. Try it today at aota.org/ask-aota

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