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2025 ConnOTA Fall Conference
Friday, October 24, 2025, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Category: Events
2025 ConnOTA Fall Conference
Friday October 24, 2025
Hilton Mystic
20 Coogan Boulevard
Mystic, CT 06355
REGISTER HERE!! and don't forget ... Nominations for Fall 2025 Awards are now being accepted!! Submit your nominations HERE by October 10th!
We're looking forward to seeing everyone at the 2025 ConnOTA Fall Conference! Whether you are looking to sharpen your skills, connect with colleagues, or get inspired by new ideas in occupational therapy, this is the event you won't want to miss. This is a full-day program, starting at 8:00 AM and ending at 4:00 PM. Lunch will be provided for all attendees at noon.
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Schedule:
7:00AM - 8:00AM: Registration
8:00AM - 9:00AM: Presidential Welcome and Awards
9:00AM - 9:30AM: Legislative Update (0.5 CEU)
9:30AM - 9:45AM: Morning Break
9:45AM - 10:45AM: Keynote Address (1 CEU) -
Weaving the Future: AI and Occupational Therapy
Karen Jacobs OT, EdD, OTR, CPE, FAOTA
10:45AM - 11:00AM: Break
11:00AM - 12:00PM: Educational Session 1 (1.0 CEU)
12:00PM - 1:00PM: Lunch - provided by ConnOTA
1:00PM - 2:00PM: Educational Session 2 (1.0 CEU)
2:00PM - 2:15PM: Afternoon Break
2:15PM - 3:00PM: Poster Session (0.75 CEU)
3:00PM - 4:00PM: Educational Session 3 (1.0 CEU)
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Conference Pricing:
Members: $150
Non-Members: $195
Student Members: $120
Student Non-Members: $150
(or save by becoming a member - total price will be $140 after you complete your membership registration!)
*Cancellation requests must be received by email no later than October 17th to receive a refund (minus a $20 administrative fee).
No refunds will be given after this date.*
Annual Membership Pricing:
OTR $85; COTA $60; Student $20
You will only receive CEUs for sessions that you attend on October 24th (maximum of 5.25 CEUs per member).
Handouts may be available prior to conference if provided by the Presenter.
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Educational Session Descriptions
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October 24, 2025
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Session 1A
"Importance of Interdisciplinary Care for Patients with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: Role of Occupational Therapy, Advocacy, Education and Support for this Community"
Presenter: Caryn McAllister, PT, DPT
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Session 1B
"From Childhood Brain Injury to Adult Semi-Independence: Supporting Cognitive and Behavioral Development Utilizing an Innovative Occupational Therapy Role"
Presenter: Kari Buck, MS, OTR/L, CBIS
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Session 1C
"Advocacy 101: Practical Instructions for Professional Advocacy"
Presenter: Catherine Meriano, JD, MHS, OTR/L
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Session 1D
"NBCOT® National Certification Exam: Information You Need to Know"
Presenter: Morgan Villano, MPA, MSPS, OTR/L, Connecticut NBCOT Ambassador
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Session 1E
"Pediatric Pain Disorders: OT's Role Across Settings to Support Function and Participation"
Presenter: Brittany Goldenthal, MS, OTR/L
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Session 2A
"Designing Environmental Modifications for Palliative Care - Promoting Comfort, Dignity, and Sensory Well-Being in Nursing Homes"
Presenter: Susanne Vastano Giannitti, OTR/L
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Session 2B
"Meeting Minds Where They Are: An Interactive Workshop for Grading Leisure Activities for Cognitive Success"
Presenter: Teresa Lohr, MS, BSc(OT), OTR/L
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Session 2C
"Hear Their Voices: The Lived Experience and Occupational Engagement of On-Campus Jewish Students"
Presenter: Lola Halperin, EdD, OTR/L
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Session 2D
"Beyond the Build - The Use of Brick Clubs for Developing Social and Communication Skills"
Presenter: Kathi Krivanec, MA, OTA/L
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Session 2E
"Cognitive Strategies in the Treatment of Pediatric Feeding Difficulties"
Presenter: Veronica Mingolelli, MS, OTR/L, SCFES
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Session 3A
"Turned On: Below the Belt in Occupational Therapy"
Presenter: Susan Yebra, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, PCES
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Session 3B
"Functional Cognition in Practice: Enhancing Occupational Therapy Treatment Planning with Evidence-Based Tools"
Presenter: Emily Meise, MS, OTR/L, CLT, CBIS, CSRS
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Session 3C
"Finding the Balance in Your Life to Enhance the OTP Client Relationship"
Presenter: Morgan Villano, MPA, MSPS, OTR/L, Connecticut NBCOT Ambassador
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Session 3D
"How to Respond to a Client Asking About Driving, It is Part of Our Practice!"
Presenter: Joan Cramer, OT/L, CDRS, CDI
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Session 3E
"Bridging School to Adulthood: An Evidence-Based Manual for Occupational Therapy Practicitioners Supporting Postsecondary Transition Services"
Presenter: Rebecca Findlay
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