September 2011 Events Roundup

A list of events taking place in September. Please use the comment section to tell us how you are participating in these events!

AOTA Capitol Hill Day 2011: Monday,  September 19
We Need You!!! Occupational therapy practitioners and students from across the country will come together in Washington, DC to meet with their elected officials to discuss key legislative issues affecting occupational therapy practice. They will come here intent on making a difference, in the lives of their clients and for the profession of occupational therapy.
Over 400 attended last year! Be part of this select group of individuals who are poised to design their own destiny and advance occupational therapy at the same time!
Click HERE for Event details
Click HERE to RSVP on Facebook
Click HERE to Follow us on Twitter @AOTAEvents and use hashtag #HillDay 

AOTA's  National School Backpack Awareness Day™: Friday, September 21
Join AOTA and occupational therapy practitioners, educators, and students across the country  as we help others Live Life To Its Fullest by avoiding the pain and injury that can come from heavy backpacks and bags. Students, parents, educators, school administrators, and community members will learn safety tips to stay protected from back pain throughout life. You have the chance to help by organizing local events and educating people of all ages about proper bag usage. Teach others how to properly choose, pack, lift, and carry various types of bags—including backpacks, purses, briefcases, and suitcases.  
Click HERE for event details and tips for hosting your own event
Click HERE to Follow us on Twitter @AOTAEvents and use hashtag #BackpackDay

Falls Prevention Awareness: Wednesday, September 23
This national initiative is a great opportunity for occupational therapy practitioners to educate the public about the role of occupational therapy in falls prevention and to promote and increase public awareness about how to prevent and reduce falls among older adults.
Click HERE for event details, tips, and resources
Click HERE to Follow us on Twitter @AOTAEvents and use hashtag #FallsPreventionDay

Don't forget to mark your calendars and register for these future events:

Adult Cognition Specialty Conference: October 28  http://www.aota.org/ConfandEvents/Cognition2011.aspx

National Student Conclave: November 11 http://www.aota.org/ConfandEvents/Conclave2011.aspx