October 12, 2010

We Want To Hear From You! The AOTA Procedural & Organization Change Ad Hoc Committee recently held their first meeting and, in an effort to keep all members involved, they are asking for feedback on their draft design specifications, which will guide the group's decision making. The primary goal of the committee is to develop recommendations for an AOTA governance structure that optimizes member participation and expeditiously propels the occupational therapy profession towards the Centennial Vision. Take the survey and read an executive summary (log in) of the September meeting.

Take Advantage of Opportunities To Participate!

• It is COOL to participate in your Association (log in)! Learn about the easy new way to let AOTA know you're ready to volunteer.


• Participate in the Representative Assembly's online meeting November 8 to 19 on OT Connections. Review materials and post comments and feedback (log in).


• We listened to your feedback and revised the Definition of Occupational Therapy Practice in the AOTA Model Practice Act. Help us again by commenting on the revised version.


• Students and new practitioners! Are you ready to lead your profession and Association into the Centennial Vision? Apply for the Emerging Leaders program.

AOTA for you

(AOTA works hard to ensure you're receiving the full value of your membership. In this section we show you just some of the things we've been working on for you!)

• Students: The 2010 Conclave is less than a month away, and you won't want to miss the only totally student-centered event—meet job recruiters, network, participate in mock interviews, get tips on how to pass the NBCOT exam, and more. Register today!


• Alzheimer's: Need information about Alzheimer's disease? Visit our micro site and find all of our resources in one easy-to-navigate spot.


• Physician Fee Schedule: AOTA met with senior officials at CMS to voice our concerns and opposition to the proposed fee schedule. AOTA expects the final rule on November 1. Stay tuned for our analysis.


• WFOT: October 27 is World Occupational Therapy Day. Celebrate the profession with colleagues from across the globe and participate in a 24-hour virtual exchange with live lectures from experts around the world. Also download calendars, postcards, and more.

The Pulse: Can We Do More for Those With Low Vision?
Do public officials have an obligation to do more for people with low vision? Writing for the Washington Post, a woman who is legally blind says they do. After describing the difficulties of completing her daily activities (e.g., not being able to notice the difference between Walk and Don't Walk signs in NYC on cloudy days, and having to vote in elections with a magnifying glass), she urges all elected officials to look through the eyes of the legally blind. What do you think? Should there be more stringent standards and codes for signage and lighting?

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