AWS NSPIRING PROGRESS YOU RE INVITED INSPIRING 2018 CONFERENCE. May 18 19, Improve Rehabilitation Outcomes With Animal Assisted Intervention

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1 P Paws With A Cause 4646 South Division Wayland, MI YOU RE INVITED 2018 CONFERENCE May 18 19, 2018

P 2018 CONFERENCE May 18 19, 2018 S Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) Dogs work with physical, occupational, and recreational therapists, and speech-language pathologists to help patients meet

2 P 2018 CONFERENCE May 18 19, 2018 S Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) Dogs work with physical, occupational, and recreational therapists, and speech-language pathologists to help patients meet rehabilitation goals that will help in daily life. Patients working on hand dexterity and fine motor skills give AAI Dogs treats and groom them. In speech therapy, patients ask AAI Dogs to perform tasks. Children with poor muscle tone pet them. Patients learning to walk are encouraged to go a little farther as an AAI Dog walks by their side. The presence of an AAI Dog lifts the spirits of patients who need encouragement. HOSTED BY P WITH A CAUSE Paws P VANDY is an AAI Dog who works on the recreational therapy team at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital. Photo Credit: Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital

3 P CONFERENCE May 18 19, 2018 Animal Assisted Intervention (AAI) is an innovative therapy with proven results. Physical, occupational, and recreational therapists, and speech-language pathologists integrating AAI Dogs into therapy have seen more effective outcomes in less time. Other members of the healing professions such as nurses, psychologists, and social workers have also found ways to integrate dogs into therapy. Are you curious to learn more about animal assisted intervention, the impact it may have on your therapy program, and ways it can improve success? Paws Inspiring Progress will host industry experts with AAI Dog experience. They will teach: Ways AAI Dogs benefit patients How AAI Dogs benefit healthcare and human service providers Ways to work with AAI Dogs The care and costs of AAI Dogs Potential professional and liability risks Effective patient-screening tactics DAY 1 This will cover the building blocks of animal assisted intervention everything from the human-animal bond to standards of practice. A variety of interactive activities will teach basic intervention activities using dogs on-site. Ongoing training with an AAI Dog and handlers DAY 2 This will build off the basics, using hands-on demonstrations with a working AAI Dog. Workshops will teach how to build bonds between an AAI Dog and patients, techniques for therapy, and training requirements.

CONFERENCE SPEAKERS FEATURING Melissa Winkle, OTR/L, FAOTA Melissa is an occupational therapist and president of Animal Assisted Intervention International.

She also is adjunct faculty, clinical instructor, and research collaborator with a variety of universities internationally. Ellen Herlache-Pretzer, Ed.D.

Herlache-Pretzer is program director and associate professor in the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at Saginaw Valley State University.

Brie Taylor & Deb Brewer, Therapeutic Recreation Specialists Brie and Deb are certified therapeutic recreation specialists at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, the fifth-largest rehabilitation

4 CONFERENCE SPEAKERS FEATURING Melissa Winkle, OTR/L, FAOTA Melissa is an occupational therapist and president of Animal Assisted Intervention International. She is recognized around the world for her work in animal assisted interventions and program development. She also is adjunct faculty, clinical instructor, and research collaborator with a variety of universities internationally. Ellen Herlache-Pretzer, Ed.D., MA, OTRL Ellen is an occupational therapist with experience in a variety of clinical settings and community-based programming. Dr. Herlache-Pretzer is program director and associate professor in the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at Saginaw Valley State University. She also helps raise, train, and place Assistance Dogs for people with disabilities. Brie Taylor & Deb Brewer, Therapeutic Recreation Specialists Brie and Deb are certified therapeutic recreation specialists at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, the fifth-largest rehabilitation hospital in the United States. They also have specialized certification as AAI Dog handlers. Mary Free Bed acquired black lab VANDY from Paws With A Cause to join its recreational therapy team. She engages patients of all ages and abilities through 1,300 therapeutic interactions a year. Brie and Deb will share how VANDY works with patients to improve fine and gross motor skills, mobility and endurance, cognitive function, and emotional well-being. CONFERENCE DETAILS Paws Inspiring Progress May am 4pm Paws With A Cause 4646 South Division Wayland, Michigan Cost $300 Educational seminars, workshops, lunch, and snacks included. Please note that no outside dogs can attend. Accommodations Discounted hotel rooms are available at: Baymont Inn & Suites Grand Rapids SW/Byron Center Comfort Inn Suites Grand Rapids South Mention the Paws Inspiring Progress Conference at the time of booking. CEU Criteria Please contact your professional state board to determine if this conference meets CEU criteria for your specific discipline. For More Information pawsinspiringprogress.org jverlee@pawswithacause.org (800) ext. 212

5 P CONFERENCE Registration Deadline is May 4, 2018 Mail to Paws With A Cause 4646 South Division, Wayland, MI Contact Information ROGRESS Name Address Phone Occupation Attendee Information Any special accommodations required? Any special accommodations required? Any special accommodations required? Please provide information for additional attendees on the back of this form. Total Due x $300 = # of attendees Total Payment Information Visa MasterCard Discover American Express Check payable to: Paws With A Cause Name on Card Card# CVV Exp Zip REFUND POLICY There is a $50 nonrefundable registration fee with the balance refunded, if the participant cancels 30 days prior to the event. For More Information pawsinspiringprogress.org jverlee@pawswithacause.org (800) ext. 212 HOSTED BY P WITH A CAUSE

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