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MAOT Fall Conference
Coming Together, Moving Forward
Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center
219 Littleton Road, Route 110
Westford, Massachusetts
Call for Award Nominations
Nominations Award Review / Procedure
Download All Award Materials
Past MAOT Award Winners
Also:
Call for Papers
2009 MAOT Conference Exhibitor Information
MAOT Conference Exhibitors
Silent Auction Items
Linda Duncombe (right), the 2008 Catherine Trombly Award Recipient and Deane McCraith, of Boston University, 2008 presenter of the award.
Call for Award Nominations
Nominations must be received via email or postmarked by, June 1, 2009
Recipients must be nominated by a fellow occupational therapy practitioner.
Submit nominations to MAOT's Administrative Assistant, with a completed nomination form describing the candidate's credentials and reasons for nomination. Nominations will be returned to you if they do not include the required information. There is no limit to the number of nominations you may submit.
The MAOT executive board will review all nominations and the recipient will be notified prior to the Annual MAOT conference.
If you have any further questions or would like some guidance, contact the nominations Chair at MAOT.
Nomination Application: Complete the nomination process by providing the MAOT nominations' chair with a completed Nomination Application
Note: All award recipients will receive his or her award during the MAOT Annual Conference
The awards are:
- Catherine Trombly Award -
This award was first established in 1999 to honor Catherine Anne Trombly, Sc.D., OTR, F.A.O.T.A., Retired Professor, Boston University. Professor Trombly is the author and editor of Occupational Therapy for Physical Dysfunction, a textbook that is "the Bible of the OT Profession". This award is to honor Professor Trombly's dedication and commitment to the occupational therapy profession. This year will be the start of expanding this award to honor an occupational therapist from Massachusetts who has contributed significantly to the profession and is an example for all of us to aspire to within our profession..
- Download Nomination Application
- Herbert Hall Award -
This award is designed to recognize an individual or group who has demonstrated outstanding service to the profession of occupational therapy.
- Download Nomination Application
- MAOT Clinical Excellence Award (new)
This is an award that will be presented annually at the MAOT Conference to recognize a practitioner who demonstrates superior knowledge and skills in a specialized area of clinical practice.
- Download Nomination Application
- The Linda Savino Award -
This award is designed to recognize an occupational therapy practitioner, or other individual or group, who has demonstrated outstanding service to the profession of occupational therapy in the area of political activism
- Download Nomination Application
- The Outstanding OTA of the Year -
This award is designed to recognize an occupational therapy assistant who has demonstrated outstanding proficiency or service to the Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy (MAOT). The award is not for years of service, but for quality, proficiency and contributions. This award may be granted to the same individual more than once.
- Download Nomination Application
Nominations/Award Review Procedure
1. All nominations must meet the following criteria for review by the Nominations Committee.
- All nominations must be received no later than June 1 of the year the award is to be given.
- All nominations must be made by MAOT members in good standing.
- All nominations must include contact information (name, address, phone number, fax, e-mail) for both the nominator and nominee.
- All nominations must include a narrative of no fewer than fifty words explaining why the candidate for nomination qualifies for this award.
- All nominations must meet specific criteria of the award.
2. Once a nomination has been deemed eligible by the nominations committee to meet all the above criteria, and the award specific criteria, the committee will review the candidates for each award and when appropriate, put forth a slate of candidates to the executive board.
3. The nomination papers for the recommended candidates will be provided by the nominations committee for executive board members review at least one week prior to voting.
4. Upon selection of recipient the executive manager will generate a letter of congratulations and invite the recipient to attend conference to receive their award.
5. Award recipients can invite a guest for the award ceremony and the recipient may attend conference at MAOT's expense.
Download All Award Materials:
- Call for Award Nominations
(Remember: Nominations must be received via email or postmarked by, June 1, 2009)
- Nominations/Award Review Procedure
(See the criteria for awards and procedures for selection)
- The Catherine Anne Trombly Award
This award is to honor Professor Trombly's dedication and commitment to the occupational therapy profession. This year will be the start of expanding this award to honor an occupational therapist from Massachusetts who has contributed significantly to the profession and is an example for all of us to aspire to within our profession.
- Herbert Hall Award
This award is designed to recognize an individual or group who has demonstrated outstanding service to the profession of occupational therapy.
- MAOT Clinical Excellence Award (new)
This is an award that will be presented annually at the MAOT Conference to recognize a practitioner who demonstrates superior knowledge and skills in a specialized area of clinical practice.
- The Linda Savino Award
This award is designed to recognize an occupational therapy practitioner, or other individual or group, who has demonstrated outstanding service to the profession of occupational therapy in the area of political activism.
- The Outstanding OTA of the Year
This award is designed to recognize an occupational therapy assistant who has demonstrated outstanding proficiency or service to the Massachusetts Association for Occupational Therapy (MAOT). The award is not for years of service, but for quality, proficiency and contributions. This award may be granted to the same individual more than once.
Past MAOT Award Winners:
2008
Catherine Trombly Award - Linda Duncombe, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA
Herbert Hall Award - Maureen Nardella, MS, OTR/L, MAOT CE Administrator
2007
Catherine Trombly Award - Jane Koomar, Ph.D., OTR/L, FAOTA
Herbert Hall Award - Deane McCraith, OTR/L, MS
2006
Catherine Trombly Award - Tina Champagne, M.Ed, OTR/L
Herbert Hall Award - James Sellers, OTR/L
Outstanding OTA Award - Patricia Banks, BS, OTR/L
2005
Catherine Trombly Award - Olga Baloueff, Sc.D., OTR/L, BCP, PT
Herbert Hall Award - Jacqueline Brennan, PT, MS, OTR/L
2004
Catherine Trombly Award - Jeanne Corcoran, CAGS, OTR/L
Herbert Hall Award - Karen Jacobs, Ed.D, OTR/L, CPE, FAOTA
Outstanding Occupational Therapy Assistant of the Year - Kristi A.
Voelkerding, BS, OTR/L
2003
Herbert Hall Award - Helen Smith, OTR/L
Outstanding Occupational Therapy Assistant of the Year - Linda A. Beaupre,
COTA/L
Linda Savino Award - Thayer McCain, OTR/L
2002
Catherine Trombly Award - Diana Bailey, Ed.D, OTR/L, FAOTA
Herbert Hall Award - Deborah Yarett Slater, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA
Call for Papers
Do you have something to share with other Occupational Therapy professionals; work in an expanding Occupational Therapy field; or have a new twist on a traditional Occupational Therapy skill?
MAOT Conference Committee 2009 is accepting papers for Presentations and Posters to the annual conference on October 2, 2009 at the Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center.
Please find the MAOT Call for Papers attached for the 2009 Annual Conference which is due posted marked by April 1, 2009 in the MAOT Office.
“Coming Together, Moving Forward”
MAOT is encouraging submissions in the following topic areas:
- Advanced Practice Topics
- Assistive Technology
- Research and its application to practice
- Assessments in practice
- Creative community practice models
- Reimbursement
- Physical Disabilities
- Developmental Disabilities
Please See Call for Papers Information
2009 MAOT Conference Exhibitor Information
Also, MAOT is offering three options for a company to reach conference attendees; Exhibit Hall Display, Literature Table and Conference Sponsorship. Please see the link below to view information outlining these options in detail.
Please See 2009 MAOT Conference Exhibitor Information
MAOT Conference Exhibitors:
Alternative Care Providers, Inc.
Alternative Wellness Choices
Challenge Unlimited @ Ironstone Farm
Dr. Cathy Stern, OD, FCSO, FCOVO
Enabling Devices
HealthBridge Management
Hocoma, Inc.
Hudson Home Healthcare
Liberty Mutual
Life Care Centers of America
Massachusetts General Hospital
Music Angels
New England Medical Systems, Co.
People First Rehabilitation
Restorative Care of America
SunDance RehabilitationGuildcraft Arts & Crafts
Therapro
Tufts University – Occupational Therapy Department
Thank you Massachusetts General Hospital
for being our Platinum Sponsor
Massachusetts General Hospital
- Platinum Sponsor for the 2009 Massachusetts Association of Occupational Therapy Conference
and...Thank you to New England Medical Systems, Co.
- a Bronze Sponsor for the 2009 Massachusetts Association of Occupational Therapy Conference
Silent Auction Items
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Item
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Donor
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| Gift basket donation |
NERH
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1 Copy - Teaching Occupational Social Skills
1 Copy - Early Childhood Development Chart
1 Copy - Practical Ideas That Really Work for Students with ADHD, Second Edition (Grades 5-12) |
Pro-Ed
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60 minute Reiki session
and a Relaxation CD |
Spaulding Medford
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| 2 framed photographs |
Karen Jacobs
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Fine motor kit…
This kit has a variety of fine motor activities and activity cards.
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Stacey Szklut
Executive Director
South Shore Therapies
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| Jelly basket |
Jacqueline Brennan
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| Jewelry item |
Alice Smith
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| Pictures |
Richard Caira
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| Book |
Deb Slater
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Gift basket
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NERH
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Gift Basket
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Worcester State
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| Books - copies of “Yoga at the Kitchen Sink, Standing" and "Chair Yoga Positions for Seniors and their Friends" |
Peggy Gardiner
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"Still Giving Kisses: A Guide to Helping and Enjoying the Alzheimer's victim You Love."
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Barbara Smith
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| Knitted items |
Kristi Voelkerding
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MAOT Spring Conference
Saturday, March 14th, 2009
Worcester State College
Keynote Address
Ethics - Make it Part of Everyday Practice
Presented and led by Deborah Yarett Slater,
MS, OT/L, FAOTA
Liaison to the Ethics Commission
Liaison to the Special Interest Sections, American Occupational Therapy Association
Conference Objectives
This one-day symposium is designed to provide an opportunity to explore specific dimensions of occupational therapy practice and professional development. Educational sessions will focus on current professional association activities, ethical practice, and contemporary knowledge and skills for OT intervention in the areas of sleep disturbances, dementia, and childhood trauma.
Through participation in this conference participants will be able to:
- Discuss social, political, and economic factors that impact occupational therapy and the professional activities of MAOT;
- Acknowledge and identify innovative practice techniques and research findings pertinent to special interest practice areas and ethics;
- Describe current opportunities and directions for the future of occupational therapy;
- Network with colleagues.
Conference Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
8:00 - 8:30 a.m. - Registration/Breakfast
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - Greetings / Business Update
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Presentation Sessions
(Choose from one of three sessions)
Session I:
Sleep: The Other Eight Hours
Presented by Jo Solet, PhD, OTR/L, Mental Health Special Interest Group
Session II:
Dementia: How to Unlock the Mystery
Presented by Beth Deverix, MBA, OTR/L, Geriatric Special Interest Group
Session III:
Addressing Childhood Trauma: Occupational Therapy in Childhood Welfare Systems
Presented by Michelle M. Savrann, MHA, OTR/L, Youth Opportunity Upheld, Inc.
10:30 - 11:00 Exhibits
KEYNOTE ADDRESS
11:00-1:00
Ethics: Make it Part of Everyday Practice
Presented and led by Deborah Yarett Slater, MS, OT/L,
FAOTA Liaison to the Ethics Commission, Liaison to the Special Interest Sections, AOTA
Contact Hours/AOTA CEUs:
Conference attendees/learners will be eligible for a total of 4 contact hours (.4 AOTA CEU). The learner is responsible for completing his/her contact hour/CEU tracking form and obtaining the convener's signature and/or stamp at the conclusion of each session. This tracking form will be included in each learner's conference packet and must be turned in at the registration desk prior to exiting the conference. Official contact hour/AOTA CEUs will be kept on file at the MAOT office and an official verification certificate will be emailed to the participant within 30 days of the conference.
See Conference Brochure (PDF) | Word
As part of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)’s Approved Provider Program, AOTA is requesting that participants of this course complete a short online survey about your continuing education experience with our organization as an AOTA Approved Provider. Completing this survey will also enter you into a quarterly drawing for a $100 voucher for AOTA publications or CE. To access the survey go to http://www.aota.org/appsurvey.
Also Sponsored by:
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Constellation Health Services
(D.B.A. Norwalk Rehabilitation Services / Health & Home Care Resources)
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SunDance Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing unparalleled contract therapy services.
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Salus Rehabilitation, LLC provides comprehensive rehabilitation services to patients located in skilled nursing facilities and other healthcare settings throughout the United States.
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MAOT ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2008
Linking Practice, Education and Research:
Reaching Our Centennial Vision
Westford Regency Inn and Conference Center
219 Littleton Road, Route 110
Westford, Massachusetts
- Friday, September 26, 2008 -
Penny Moyers Cleveland, AOTA President, and Keynote Speaker (Center in Grey)
with a selection of 2008 Conference Attendees
Karen Jacobs, Ed.D., Programs Boston University
(left) Clinical Professor and Program Director, Occupational Therapy
Programs Boston University with Penny Moyers Cleveland,
AOTA President, and Keynote Speaker
See More Pictures from the
2008 MAOT Conference
Every year, MAOT conferences have become more and more successfull. MAOT has seen increased attendance and more positive feedback as the sessions, keynote speakers, and networking opportunities for occupational therapy professionals make this one of the premier occupation therapy conferences in the United States. MAOT had over 400 Occupational Therapy Practitioners from Massachusetts and surrounding states attend this conference in 2008.
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