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FOTA CONNECT is a way to connect with our members, fellow OT/OTA practitioners, students, educators and the general public to discuss and learn about Occupational Therapy related topics.

Would you like to present at one of our FOTA Connect Sessions? FOTA Members may submit to present for FOTA CONNECT sessions. To submit a proposal we require course description, abstract, objectives, speaker bio and CVs for CE Broker approval. Your proposal will be reviewed and if accepted, given a presentation time slot. Submit below to be considered. 

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2025 FOTA Connect Member Sessions

Register for October 21st FOTA CONNECT

Course Title: Life is What You Bake it

Speaker: Arlenys Loffredo, OTD, MS, OTR/L

Course abstract: Transitioning into adulthood presents unique challenges for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including barriers to independence and community participation. This presentation explores the development and implementation of Life is What You Bake It, an occupation-based instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) group designed to promote practical life skills, social engagement, and self-efficacy. Participants will identify common needs and barriers faced by this population, examine the benefits of structured, occupation-based group interventions, and engage in reflective discussion on strategies for replicating this pro-bono program in other settings. Emphasis is placed on fostering independence, skill development, and meaningful participation in daily life.

 

 

 

Course Objectives: 
1. Identify the needs and barriers for young adults with developmental disabilities transitioning into adulthood​
2. Identify the benefits of an occupation based instrumental group for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities​Reflect and discuss replication of this pro bono IADL group​

Speaker Bio: Dr. Arlenys Loffredo, OTD, OTR/L is an instructor at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences and a doctoral candidate in education. She specializes in student-centered OT education, telehealth interventions for children with autism, and community-based pro-bono programs supporting diverse populations, including caregivers, older adults, and transition-age youth.

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