Movement is so important for our bodies at all ages. As we get older, injury, illness, or mobility constraints may cause some individuals to move less. Ensuring we move our bodies will aid us in the future in so many ways.

In this activity, participants will sort and categorize winter-themed words while practicing speech fluency and language skills.

Follow the positions to improve core strength even with limited mobility. Everyone can improve their core strength without getting on the floor or standing. Start with these simple positions and increase complexity as you grow stronger.

Feel secure and inspired! When we feel good about ourselves we tend to have better and more positive relationships with others; we also engage in activities with a desire to accomplish more. With good self-esteem, you are more likely to take care of yourself and have the motivation to overcome obstacles.

The Monthly Mindfulness Exercises + Journaling activity encourages individuals to engage in daily mindfulness exercises and journaling. It promotes mental health, stress management, self-awareness, and cognitive functioning.

Set your intentions for the year ahead! It can be a helpful task to outline and establish the things you want to accomplish for your future.

After the holidays and celebrations have passed, it is a great time to take stock of what the last year brought to you and the moments that were special. We’ve put together some prompts to help you reflect and journal about the past year.

Many of us begin the year with new goals, particularly fitness and health goals. This year, we are introducing a tool to help you not only monitor your fitness goals but also to plan them ahead of time.

The month of January is a time designated to focus on cervical health awareness in the United States. As with so many awareness campaigns, cervical cancer is a preventable disease with the proper measures taken. Through regular screening and vaccination, women can prevent cervical cancer or human papillomavirus (HPV) disease.

During the month of January, we join in spreading awareness about glaucoma. Most people have heard of glaucoma but may not be aware of how it affects your eyes. Typically, glaucoma is not detected without a dilated eye exam from your optometrist. Because glaucoma has no warning signs, it can occur rather unexpectedly.

January 1st is synonymous with New Years’ Resolutions. “New Year, New You” in bright, playful fonts encourage you to become the best version of yourself each year. As different companies seek to grab your attention in hopes of helping you meet the weight loss goals you’ve set for yourself, one area that can derail your progress is establishing the time to exercise.

Ski season is upon us! Most mountains are covered in snow this time of year, and, for some, that means bundling up and hitting the slopes. Lift machines are in full rotation and hot chocolate machines are stocked and running non-stop while a rush of patrons fresh out of the Christmas haze forms a queue to rent ski or snowboarding gear in hopes of returning to their favorite sport or trying something new for the first time.

This Winter Wellness Challenge is designed for adults who want to cultivate healthy habits and foster a sense of well-being during the cold winter months. The challenge encourages participants to track and engage in wellness-focused activities each day, using a downloadable habit tracker/bingo card to stay accountable.

Participate in a year-end reflection to help you recognize your own strengths or weaknesses, accomplishments, positive memories or things you did, lessons learned, or new skills gained. This self-improvement tool helps you see what you want to do better and set goals for the future year.

This form of yoga can be done while sitting in a chair. For those with limited mobility it can be easier and much more manageable. The practice of yoga can help us alleviate pain and so much more.

A fun, therapeutic activity that promotes cognitive stimulation, fine motor skills, and language skills is the Winter Word Scramble. This game is designed for adults or individuals of any age and can be a fantastic way to celebrate the winter season while also promoting therapeutic practice areas.

As we progress into the coming winter months, you may experience an unwelcome lull in your mood toward leaving the house or engaging in social activities. For most people, these feelings are absolutely normal and come as a result of holiday-related stress, cold weather, or shorter days, but some experience a common form of depression called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Planning is a large component of adult life and extends into most facets of our lives. Our abilities and skill in planning might not come naturally or may take development. Many individuals may not take the time to sit down and try to identify their goals in life overall.

Ask most therapists why they strive to become a therapist. Most will say some variation of wanting to help people and make a difference. When has the notation of wanting to help people become so cliche, but aren't the best cliches based on powerful truths that have become simple notions?

This month we are featuring a new member of the Tilton’s Therapy team, Jason Crawford, Occupational Therapist!