Dr Plummer assisting a young man with cerebral palsy to sit in a wheelchair. This is his first time out of his home in 35 years.
Dr. Teresa Plummer, Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy, traveled recently to Singapore where she was one of eleven presenters at the inaugural Abilities Expo in that country. The event attracted nearly 1500 people including those with disabilities, their families and caregivers from countries throughout the Far East. The three-day event featured workshops, a sports carnival, and exhibits dedicated to providing solutions to enhance quality of life for the disabled.
Dr. Plummer presented three scheduled workshops during the Expo, including a session on aging, another on the U.S. model of occupational therapy, and a third on wheelchair seating assessment and prescription that was presented in collaboration with Singapore Association of Occupational Therapists. Dr. Plummer was also asked to conduct a workshop for OT professionals in attendance.