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Lived Experiences

Lived Experiences

About this Category

Discussions on family-centered care, the professional journey of therapists, and the importance of clear communication in rehabilitation treatments. By sharing personal stories and insights, these presentations offer a unique and invaluable perspective that can inform and improve therapeutic practices, fostering a more empathetic and effective approach to care

Meet our Speakers

We've gathered some of the top experts in the field to discuss this topic. With years of experience between them, they're well-equipped to offer invaluable insights and perspectives.

Sarah Clayton

Sarah Clayton

Simple Stuff Works, Simple Stuff Works

Jacqui Barfoot

Jacqui Barfoot

Lizz Carrington

Lizz Carrington

University of Otago

Jane Hamer

Jane Hamer

GITIT ITZHAKNIYA

GITIT ITZHAKNIYA

University of Haifa, Israel

Dr. Vickie Meade

Dr. Vickie Meade

Vickie Meade Therapy Services, Physiotherapy

Deidre (Dee) Sperry

Deidre (Dee) Sperry

Owner/Speech Language Pathologist, Private Practice

James Sulzer

James Sulzer

Staff Scientist, MetroHealth Medical Center

Lyn Turkstra

Lyn Turkstra

Professor and Assistant Dean for Speech-Language Pathology, McMaster University, School of Rehabilitation Science

Arul Hamill

Arul Hamill

Occupational Therapist, Paediatric Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy

Mindy Silva PhD

Mindy Silva PhD

WiredOn

Lucy Charles

Lucy Charles

Paediatric Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy

Talks

Navigating medical decisions in a suboptimal system: insights from a caregiver-scientist

05 September 2024, 01:30 AM
James Sulzer Mindy Silva

My Favourite words (F words) Who's goal is it anyway? Hearing the voice of Families and Children

06 September 2024, 07:30 AM
Sarah Clayton Lucy Charles Arul Hamill

The visible and hidden in the therapist's journey: the spotlight is on us.

06 September 2024, 07:30 AM
GITIT ITZHAKNIYA Jane Hamer

Who's the expert? What families really want.

07 September 2024, 08:30 AM
Lizz Carrington Merryn Robertson

Including a relational approach in early childhood intervention: strengthening parent capacity and optimising developmental outcomes

07 September 2024, 09:30 AM
Sarah Clayton Jacqui Barfoot

Voices of experience: The changing perspectives of parents across 30 years

07 September 2024, 10:00 AM
Sarah Clayton Vickie Meade

A system for describing what we do in therapy, and why that's important in rehabilitation

07 September 2024, 08:30 PM
Lyn Turkstra Deidre (Dee) Sperry

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Branchly

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Rifton

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Progressive GaitWays

Under Billi Cusick's guidance, Progressive GaitWays empowers healthcare professionals, educators, and parents with vital knowledge and tools to enhance children's lives. The company leads in progressive therapeutic practices, staying at the forefront of pediatric rehabilitation.

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