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September 10, 2007

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"It's all about spreading the word that occupational therapy promotes lifelong health and well-being, and being open to and creating opportunities. That's really the bottom line. "

—Professor Karen Jacobs, EdD, OTR/L, CPE, FAOTA, in "Molly Asks," OT Practice, August 28, 2006

See the Centennial Vision in Action  
How are occupational therapy practitioners putting AOTA's Centennial Vision into action every day? Find out in a new series of online articles that show how occupational therapists in pediatrics and mental health are maximizing the potential of their practice. We also want to know what unique things you have been doing! Send your stories to news@aota.org.
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Still Time To Register Your School Backpack Awareness Day Event! 
It's not too late to register, with more than 1 week to go until National School Backpack Awareness Day on September 19! Events are being held across the United States to educate students on the proper way to "Pack It Light, Wear It Right!"
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Participate in AOTA's Virtual Hill Day 
On September 17, occupational therapy practitioners and students from all over the country will converge on Washington, DC, to advocate for the profession on issues such as veterans' health care, No Child Left Behind, mental health parity, and the therapy caps. If you are unable to join us, you can still take action by participating in AOTA's Virtual Hill Day.
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Evidence Byte: Tots 'n Tech Research 
The Tots 'n Tech Research Institute (TnT), a collaboration between Philadelphia's Thomas Jefferson University and Arizona State University in Tempe, conducts research on the use of assistive technology with infants and toddlers with disabilities. The Institute has produced research briefs, including Evidence-Based Practice in Assistive Technology, that are available on the Web site.
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Low Vision, Early Intervention Listservs Launched! 
In response to member requests, AOTA's Special Interest Sections have launched new listservs on low vision and early intervention. Please join us and share your knowledge about these practice areas or post a question to your colleagues.
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Announcements 

ASD Call for Nominations: Interested in running for a position on the Assembly of Student Delegates Steering Committee? This is your chance to be a student leader on the national level. (Deadline: October 26)  More.

Call for Motions to the Representative Assembly: Find out how to submit a motion to bring policy issues before the 2008 RA. See the Resources section. (Deadline: November 9)  More.

PAC Payment Reform Demonstration: Your Help and Feedback Needed  CMS is recruiting Medicare providers to take part in the Post Acute Care Payment Reform Demonstration (PAC-PRD) and is seeking therapist feedback on the CARE Tool. (Deadlines: Fall 2007 and Care Tool feedback: September 21) More.

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