André J.
andre3j.bsky.social
André J.
@andre3j.bsky.social
Occupational therapy practitioner leader: Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) & Occupational Therapist (OT)

People, Family, Relationships, Community, Love, Spirituality, Life, and Occupational Therapy
Taking a social media break to rest, reset, and be present.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and a Happy New Year with an amazing start to 2026! 🎉
December 22, 2025 at 2:34 PM
When Armi Grace Petersen became a mother, she quickly learned how isolating early parenthood can be. She is now determined to make sure other women do not experience those struggles alone.

#occupationaltherapy
Orland Park occupational therapist turns personal struggle into support network for new moms - Southwest Regional Publishing
Orland Park therapist Armi Grace Petersen founded Motivated OT Mama to support mothers and infants through personalized, compassionate postpartum and developmental care.
southwestregionalpublishing.com
December 15, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Happy Hannukkah to all who celebrate

#hanukkah #festivaloflights
December 15, 2025 at 2:52 AM
December 3, 2025 at 1:54 PM
World AIDS Day

Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response

WHO World AIDS Day link: shorturl.at/zoWSs

#rocktheribbon #humanity #sisterhood #brotherhood #community #letcommunitieslead #AIDS #HIV #worldaidsday
December 1, 2025 at 6:22 PM
Happy Native American Heritage Day!
November 28, 2025 at 8:31 PM
November 27, 2025 at 5:19 AM
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new guidance on policy and strategic actions to protect and promote mental health across government sectors, marking a major step toward a “mental health in all policies” approach.
WHO launches new guidance to promote mental health across all government sectors
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released new guidance on policy and strategic actions to protect and promote mental health across government sectors, marking a major step toward a “mental heal...
www.who.int
November 24, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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November 21, 2025 at 12:04 AM
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Convocation Spotlight 2025: Santwana Carstensen-Sinha
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November 17, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Happy World Kindness Day!

#kindness #happiness
November 13, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Paralyzed by a random 2021 shooting, Amanda Parezo has turned trauma into action — fighting for accessibility and for survivors like her.
After a stray bullet altered Amanda Parezo’s life forever, the occupational therapist is pushing to make Philadelphia more accessible for all - WHYY
Paralyzed by a random 2021 shooting, Amanda Parezo has turned trauma into action — fighting for accessibility and for survivors like her.
whyy.org
November 12, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Happy Veterans Day! Honoring all who have served with gratitude and respect, today and everyday. Thank you for your courage, steadfast comminitment, and unwavering dedication to our nation. 🇺🇸
November 11, 2025 at 1:36 PM
This year’s theme, “Right Support, Right Time: Unlocking the Power of OT,” puts a spotlight on the importance of prevention-focused care, helping people stay well and independent for longer, and reducing the need for crisis interventions.

#occupationaltherapy #UK
Transforming lives and building independence for Occupational Therapy Week 2025 | Westmorland and Furness Council
Occupational Therapy Week runs from 3rd to 9th November 2025, celebrating the vital role that occupational therapists (OTs) play across health, social care and wider society.
www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
November 4, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Reposted by André J.
It’s OT Week 2025! We’re celebrating the power of OT to help people stay well for longer and avoid crises – especially when they get the right support, at the right time.

OT must be central to planning and investment, for a prevention-focused system.

Share your stories: #OTWeek25 #RightTimeOT
November 3, 2025 at 12:02 PM
November 3, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Today we celebrate the spirit of remembrance inspired by Día de los Muertos a Mexican tradition that teaches us that love lives on through memory. 💀💐 💖🕯️

#DíaDeLosMuertos #DayOfTheDead #CelebrateLife #HonoringLovedOnes #RespectfulRemembrance #AmorEterno
November 1, 2025 at 5:37 PM
It’s Occupational Therapy Week. A time we’re meant to celebrate the incredible difference occupational therapists make every day.

#occupationaltherapy #OTweek #Australia
This OT Week, occupational therapists are done staying quiet
Occupational therapists are exhausted because funding cuts make it harder to give people the support they need.
womensagenda.com.au
October 29, 2025 at 12:48 PM
Wimberly Edwards, a founding professor of the Occupational Therapy program at York College, recently passed away at the age of 92. Her remarkable legacy at York will long outlive her.

#occupationaltherapy
Remembering Wimberly Edwards, Founding Professor and Trailblazer in OT
Wimberly Edwards, a founding professor of the Occupational Therapy program at York College, recently passed away at the age of 92. Her remarkable legacy at York will long outlive her.
www.york.cuny.edu
October 28, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Happy World Occupational Therapy Day!🎉

#occupationaltherapy #worldOTday #OTs #OTAs #worldwide
October 27, 2025 at 5:01 PM