Amanda's Journey: From Caregiver to Occupational Therapist Assistant

25/07/2025 36 min Episodio 72

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How can a caregiver go from feeling powerless to becoming confident partners in care? Amanda Glassburner shares her journey from caregiver to occupational therapy assistant, emphasizing the importance of empowering both patients and caregivers through therapeutic activities. The conversation highlights the significance of allowing patients to struggle for their independence while also providing caregivers with the tools and support they need. The Therapy Busy Box is introduced as a resource to facilitate continued engagement in therapeutic activities at home, fostering connection and improving outcomes for both caregivers and patients.Find more from Amanda at https://therapybusybox.com/Learn about the future of care navigation at https://meetluma.us/Find Care Equipment solutions at https://www.asksamie.com/https://www.carelabpodcast.com/Disclaimer: The following CareLab podcast does not provide health or medical advice. All content is provided for informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to speak with their healthcare provider for specific healthcare advice, and are wholly responsible for the outcome of implementing any tips or information presented.