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ADLs and IADLs
Occupations Are Not Limited to ADLs and IADLs activities of daily living adls iadls Jan 19, 2026
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New York State Occupational Therapy Entrepreneur Collective NYSOTEC advocacy entrepreneurship Jan 05, 2026
Caregiver Care-recipient dyad - a mother and daughter
Understanding the Dyadic Reality of Alzheimer’s: Implications for OT Practice research Dec 29, 2025
Photo representing bench (scientist with rat on left side) and bedside (clinician with person on the other side)
When the Lab Meets the Clinic: What AD Research Really Means for OT research Dec 22, 2025
Brain and neuron with molecules around brain to signify oxidative stress.
Inside the Aging Brain: The Science Every OT Should Master research Dec 15, 2025
Older adult face with electrodes on their forehead and a brain behind them.
Understanding Mechanisms of Change research Dec 08, 2025
Multi-system graphic representative of RTSS and treatment theory
Rethinking Rehab Science Research Dec 01, 2025
The Behavioral Blueprint for Rebuilding OT advocacy ot rethink ot Nov 24, 2025
Two female characters and one male character designing a theory.
What Is the Purpose of Theory? And Does Occupational Therapy Actually Have One? theory Nov 17, 2025
When Prior Authorization Policy Eliminates Occupational Therapy advocacy medicare Oct 21, 2025
Split cartoon: left shows an overworked OT on a hamster wheel with 30-minute blocks, OTA 15% penalty, CF cuts, PDGM and clinic closures; right shows a sleek AOTA HQ with deficits, rising liabilities, zero contributions, and a small advocacy output. A cracked bridge labeled ‘Dues to Wins’ connects them.
When the Numbers Stop Matching the Mission: A Hard Look at AOTA in an Era of OT Devaluation advocacy Oct 01, 2025
Overlooking Executive Function Can Be Limiting Your Clients executive function functional cognition Feb 17, 2025

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Michelle Eliason

Michelle is an occupational therapist, educator, and mentor. She has experience in leadership roles within SNF, Outpatient, and Telemedicine. She has substantial experience in MRU, Management, education, entrepreneurship, and content creation. Michelle is an advocate for full-scope occupational therapy in every way.

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