The Role of Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists in LTC

Description

Original recording date: March 5, 2026. This session was presented at the LeadingAge Minnesota Institute. The content of this session is provided for informational purposes only and reflects regulations and best practices accurate as of the date of the recording.

Clarify the roles of therapy disciplines in long-term care and how interdisciplinary collaboration supports resident function, safety, and outcomes.

Length: 1 hour

CEUs

This webinar has been approved for 1 CEU by MN-BELTSS, MN Board of Social Work, and is applicable for the MN Board of Nursing. A general certificate is also available.

Learning Objectives

• Describe the distinct roles and scopes of practice of physical, occupational, and speech therapists in long-term care settings, including how each discipline supports resident safety and quality of life.
• Identify common conditions and functional deficits addressed by these roles to help maintain or improve mobility, ADL performance, cognitive-communication skills, and swallowing safety.
• Explain how interdisciplinary collaboration among therapy disciplines, nursing, and other care team members enhances resident outcomes.

Audience

Applicable to Assisted Living and Nursing Homes..

Presenters

Christen Bliss, MOT, RAC-CT, Vice President of Clinical Services, Blue Stone Therapy, Urbandale, Iowa