Farrah Chow Email & Phone Number

San Francisco Bay Area

- Evaluated and treated older adults in short and long term skilled nursing facilities to improve overall functional mobility, functional transfers and self-care performance- Developed and implemented treatment plans aligned with patient goals including therapeutic exercises, ADL retraining, group therapy, caregiver training and adaptive, equipment management to ensure safe functioning upon discharge

San Francisco Bay Area

- Evaluated and treated the adult and elderly population with a range of conditionsincluding joint replacement, chronic pain, CVA, dementia, COPD, CHF and cancer- Provided recommendations for assistive devices, home safety and home modifications toincrease client’s independence in occupations at home, work and in the community

- Supported distance education to over 900 students by addressing student concerns, marking and providing feedback for assignments and contributing to course development- Planned and facilitated team building activities to enhance workplace productivity and group cohesiveness- Led a department wide initiative for UWaterloo's CanBuild competition and won the People's Choice Award

Greater Toronto Area, Canada

- Conducted comprehensive in-home assessments for clients who have sustained seriousinjuries (e.g. acquired brain injuries, chronic pain and mental health conditions) includingassessment of personal attendant care needs and functional OT assessments- Planned and administered OT treatments including therapeutic exercises programs, ADLretraining, falls prevention, neurodevelopmental training, muscle re-education

St Catharines

• Created treatment plans for 50% of caseload diagnosed with disease or trauma to the upper extremity such as splint fabrication, modalities, exercises, and scar management• Collaborated extensively with physical therapists and rehabilitation assistants in an outpatient hands clinic to ensure patient needs are being met for daily activities

- Contributed to the occupational therapy assessment and treatment process in the family health team clinic for individuals with diverse conditions living in the community - Assisted in achievement of client goals through co-facilitation of pain management and anxiety groups

- Conducted assessments to determine areas of strengths and challenges for individuals with mental health issues found not criminally responsible - Implemented outings and meal preparation groups to facilitate transition for independent living in the community

Ontario, Canada

- Facilitated programming for older adults to maintain engagement in meaningful leisure interests- Planned, implemented, and evaluated recreational programs as determined by client need and interest

Ontario, Canada

- Enhanced functioning in meaningful occupations for patients post hip arthroplasty or amputation- Assisted in education on assistive devices to facilitate return to community for patients with musculoskeletal conditions

- Facilitated recreation programs for older adults living with mental illness to enhance physical, cognitive, social, spiritual and emotional functioning as they transition back into the community- Conducted assessments with clients, planned, implemented and evaluated therapeutic recreation programs for clients living with mental health problems

- Collaborated with team members to deliver magical dining moments for guests from diverse backgrounds, which enhanced their leisure experience at Disney World- Provided and maintained a high quality of guest service during guest interaction tocorrespond with Disney’s standards

- Assisted in the planning and on-site execution of student events and activities including Welcome Week and special themed Bomber Wednesday nights- Communicated with an array of students to promote undergraduate events and services by supervising booths, distributing posters and flyers, and utilizing Social Media

- Coordinated and organized centre wide and unit specific events like Kid’s Day, barbecues, and outings to provide clients with productive and meaningful activities- Supported clients on one-to-one basis in community outings, coffee socials and walks to provide them with productive and meaningful activities

- Assessed leisure needs and interests to enhance coping skills for inpatients with a dual diagnosis - Planned, implemented, and evaluated recreation programs that enable meaningful leisure activities for individuals with mental health and addiction issues

- Provided care and assistance through the use of recreation therapy for children with cognitive and physical disabilities- Collaborated with teachers, Occupational Therapists, Recreation Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists and teaching assistants regarding clients’ learning objectives

Waterloo

- Served as marketing manager for events reflecting institution's strategic themes by coordinating advertisements through various outlets- Interviewed a professor’s research on the complexity of dementia to write an article identifying the research implications, which was published on the institution’s homepage - Served as contributing editor for institution's magazine

- Contributed to preparation, planning, and implementation of childcare events and nursery school programs to assist program facilitator in successful program management - Observed behaviour of children to effectively communicate to parents the specific needs of each child for early intervention if necessary

Master Of Science - Ms, Occupational Therapy/Therapist

Activities and Societies: McMaster Rehabilitation Sciences Charity Ball Committee Member 2018, 2019

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Honors Cooperative Program, Therapeutic Recreation

Activities and Societies: TR Awareness Month Gerontology Minor, Psychology Minor

Uf/Disney Exchange, College Of Health And Human Performance