Finding New Ways to Explore Nature

Occupational therapy is a client-centered profession that focuses on enabling clients to participate in their everyday meaningful activities. As part of their role, occupational therapist work as change agents to advocate for and with clients, to make positive changes to programs, services, and society. Over the past two weeks, I have been learning about the ways in which Larchwood Farm has been working as a change agent to include nature-based programming. This week, I will be presenting my initial ideas for programming and marketing with Larchwood Farm to my classmates. This is also an exciting opportunity where I can advocate for nature-based occupational therapy services and shed some insight on this unique opportunity.  

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted us all. Kids have returned to virtual learning and have lost many of their meaningful activities. To continue to advocate for kids needs during this time, I have been working on social media tips for parents, on ways to get their kids outside and how to support their development. I have learned these past few weeks how many benefits kids can experience from simply playing in nature. This is especially true during the times of COVID-19 and my hope is that parents can learn from these social media tips.

Stay tuned for ideas on:

·       Ways to get the whole family outside

·       Going barefoot outside

·       Outdoor sensory ideas

·       And More!