• About Me

    Cheryl Hall
    Occupational Therapist
    Maryland, United States

    Welcome to a site devoted to sharing experience, knowledge and resources to make your job of being a great therapist a lot easier.

    I have been an occupational therapist for more than 30 years. I graduated from San Jose State University with degrees in Occupational Therapy, Gerontology, and Early Child Development. My passion is working with adults and children in home health but I have also worked in rehab, sub-acute rehab, hand therapy, transitional living for TBI, and hospital-based outpatient settings.

  • Previous Posts

Love Yourself

by Cheryl Hall on February 24th, 2026

Show yourself some love this month! February seemed like a good month to talk about taking good care of your mind, body and soul.  Burnout is a real and growing risk, not just for OTs, but for all healthcare workers, and intentional care is one of the best strategies you…

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“A Goal without a Plan is Just a Wish”

by Cheryl Hall on January 22nd, 2026

Did your New Year resolutions include any professional goals? No? Well it is never too late to spend time assessing where you are professionally and where you would like to be this time in 2027.  So make an appointment with yourself, put it on your calendar and read on for…

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Inspiration for a Great 2026: Quotes for Occupational Therapists

by Cheryl Hall on December 24th, 2025

As 2026 approaches, your impact as an occupational therapist is unlimited.  This blog celebrates the power of OT with some inspiring quotes to fuel our passion and guide us toward a brighter, more inclusive future for our patients. Together, we can continue to empower individuals to live their best lives,…

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Thank a Caregiver Today!

by Cheryl Hall on November 27th, 2025

Take some time this month to thank the caregivers in your life – both personal and professional. Caregivers are vital to the health and well-being of the patient who needs care. Caregivers assist with ADLs and IADLs – including taking on tasks like shopping, bathing and medication management. Caregivers are…

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AOTA: Vision 2030

by Cheryl Hall on October 31st, 2025

The OT Toolkit crew visited the AOTA “vision” wall at the last conference and I saw a lot of support for mental health OT, occupational justice and advocacy.  AOTA’s Vision Statement for 2030 recognizes the importance of inclusivity and supports meaning in each person’s life. “Enriching life for ALL individuals…

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