Equipoise Occupational Therapy

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 🎃

09/28/2025

Well that was a WHOLE LOT of FUN yesterday! 🤩 Big shout out and Thank you to the Alzheimer's Association: Vermont Chapter for a fantastic Walk to . People living with Alzheimer's Disease and other Dementia related diagnoses require a TON of help and support from one another in our communities. The need for ongoing research, and expanded resources for individuals, caregivers, and families is more important than ever right now.

A HUGE Thank you to all who donated, walked, and to those who continue to do the exceptionally hard work every day to keep one another safe while living with memory impairments. Stay informed and keep up the fight to END Alzheimer's ! 🚶‍♀️🚶🧑‍🦯

https://svcoa.org/client_media/files/pdf/caregivers/Vermont%20Dementia%20Resource%20Guide%20-%20Digital%20Version%20'24.pdf

09/25/2025

WOW, WOW, WOW! Thank you SO much to all the people who have joined our team and contributed money to support the friends and participants of the Equipoise Occupational Therapy team! We are so appreciative of the contributions to the Alzheimer's Association! 🥳

It looks like this much needed rain is going to stop just in time for us to Walk to End Alzheimer's on Saturday Sept. 27th in Rutland VT. There is a .5 mi walk and a 1.8 mi. walk to chose from.💦🌞

100% of all money raised goes direct to the Alzheimer's Association for ongoing research and programs.

➡️ and the research continues to demonstrate It's TRUE! purposeful lifestyle choices such as WALKING🚶‍♀️🚶👩‍🦯 can help slow cognitive decline in aging adults! Come on out, and support others whose lives are affected by Alzheimer's disease while supporting your own health and aging. 🧠🫁💜

09/18/2025

September is Su***de Awareness Month. Every month of the year is a good month to be looking out for one another, with care. 🌻

Familiarize yourself with signs to watch for and action steps you can take to support someone who is considering su***de.
Most importantly- don't ignore the signs if you see or hear them!

You're not alone. Whether you have struggled with su***de yourself or have lost a loved one support is available.

09/16/2025

Less than 2 weeks away! Please consider joining my Equipoise Occupational Therapy team and friends in Rutland VT on September 27th to support the Walk to End Alzheimer's!

There is no fee to participate - Come Enjoy the beauty of September in Vermont and walk with us while we cheer on individuals and families living with Alzheimer's disease and other memory impairments, and those walking in honor of loved ones.

AND, Please consider making a financial contribution to the Equipoise team to support Alzheimer's research, advocacy, awareness and more!

https://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=18967&pg=personal&px=22437552

I am participating in Walk to End Alzheimer's. Donate today and help me reach my goal.

09/13/2025

Equipoise Occupational Therapy will be participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer's in Rutland on September 27th, 2025!

I would love for you to join me, and other friends living with Alzheimers & their dedicated care partners. OR if you can't join and you want to show you care - Please consider a small donation to help find a cure for Alzheimer's disease and other programs that provide essential support to caregivers and individuals living with Alzheimer's. Thank you in advance for your support!

I am participating in Walk to End Alzheimer's. Donate today and help me reach my goal.

09/07/2025

September is National Falls Prevention Awareness Month AND Healthy Aging Month! More to come on on that this month. 🤩

Here is a reminder, because most likely you are NOT hearing for the first time that...... Daily lifestyle habits and routines CAN make a BIG BIG BIG difference in helping to prevent disease and slow cognitive decline.

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https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1B8VbvG37h/

A new study documents the benefits of lifestyle changes that can keep the brain young.

08/28/2025

Interesting study on the permanent damage to brain health that can be caused by use of Pesticides, and consequential risk for Parkinson's Disease.

A new study, partially funded by APDA, has found that exposure to a common pesticide can leave long-term changes in the brain’s genetic landscape, possibly increasing the risk of Parkinson’s disease (PD). The research, published in Nature’s npj Parkinson’s Disease journal in July 2025, shows...

07/30/2025

MEMORY CAFE TIMES AND LOCATIONS

Join us for an August Memory Cafe. These are free and open to caregivers and their loved ones. https://www.seniorsolutionsvt.org/services/caregiver-support/

07/04/2025

Farm to Family Coupons for Seniors are here! Farm to Family for Seniors is a program that makes fresh fruits and vegetables available to Vermonters 60 and older at participating farmers markets and farm stands across the state. Eligible Vermonters receive a coupon book worth $48 to purchase locally-grown, healthy, fresh fruits and vegetables from July 1st through October 31st. It is first come, first served, so apply now! Contact us: info@seniorsolutionsvt.org Or Call (802) 885-2669 and leave a message saying you want to apply for Farm to Family Coupons.

06/26/2025

Caregivers and those living with memory impairments or dementia diagnoses- See the link for updated Memory Cafe meeting times in local towns! Being with others, sharing stories, challenges and successes can be so helpful. 💜🧠

Join us for a July Memory Cafe. A Memory Café is a welcoming place for caregivers and their loved ones who are challenged with forms of dementia or other cognitive disorders and debilitating conditions. All Memory Cafés are free and open to all. People with early stage Alzheimer’s are welcome and encouraged to join. https://bit.ly/45jHN8V

06/20/2025

We have a new friend at the Equipoise Occupational Therapy Office on 34 School Street, Chester VT.👋🏼 Come on down tomorrow Saturday June 21st, 3-7 pm. and help us find a fitting name. Bonus prize if you can locate her Lacrimal Bone. 😄

I am so excited to announce that I am now offering CranioSacral Therapy Sessions in the office in Chester. Gift Certificates will be available for sale during the Bright, Bright Night Event. ⚡️