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  • The Embody OT Philosophy

    The Embody OT Philosophy is built on the principle that establishing healthy habits is at the core of wellness.  The adage, “consistency is key” is so important when it comes to being healthy and managing chronic conditions. The foundation of Embody OT is built on the three concepts of embody, empower, engage and make up…

  • What is Occupational Therapy?

    Occupational therapy defined.

  • Where Can I Get a Shower Chair?!

    Getting and finding the durable medical equipment (DME) can be a challenge… here is a PDF for the current equipment lending closets/programs in Southern Arizona. I currently work in the home health setting with primarily older adults and many of our clients are in need of affordable options for durable medical equipment. Insurance companies, including…

  • Meet Heidi

    Heidi Carpenter, OTD, OTR/L, RYT®200, Pn1 Heidi Carpenter is a native of Arizona and grew up in Gilbert.  She completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Northern Arizona University in 2009 and earned her Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree from Creighton University, in Omaha, Nebraska, December 2014. Following graduation, she completed a year-long pediatric…

  • Car Yoga

    Car Yoga

    Recently, I had the privilege of sharing my passion for yoga with my colleagues and they asked if I would teach a class at work.  Of course I jumped on this opportunity and I wanted to tailor this class specifically for their needs… Many of us in the home health world spend HOURS a day…

  • Yoga and Occupational Therapy

    Yoga and Occupational Therapy

    This is the excerpt for your very first post.