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ABOUT ILOTA

ABOUT

ABOUT ILOTA
The Illinois Occupational Therapy Association ( ILOTA ) is the official representative

ILOTA of the occupational therapy profession in the state of Illinois . ILOTA is a multifaceted organization committed to promoting and advocating for the occupational therapy profession and supporting practitioners and students in the pursuit of quality and ethical services in Illinois .

MISSION

Members have ongoing networking opportunities through Special Interest Groups , various practice committees , district membership meetings . Communication is facilitated through this website , The Communique , special interest group communications and a listserv . Members receive an annual Membership Directory ; and professional continuing education at discounted rates . Our annual conference in November represents all areas of practice and includes sessions that address changes in health care and service delivery .

ILOTA is recognized as the premier occupational therapy resource in Illinois . We strive to advance the best practice of occupational therapy through serving , supporting and promoting the profession .

Through membership , the association works to safeguard the practice of Occupational Therapy in Illinois .

ILOTA Board Member Transitions

In September , ILOTA welcomed new Executive Board Members Samantha Smith as Secretary , Luther King as the Director of Membership and Lauren Stone Kelly as Director of Communications and Beverly Menninger began another term as President . Welcome and thank you for your continued service to the organization !

VISION

CORE VALUES

Be Dynamic
We serve as a catalyst for promoting health , well-being , and participation in an ever-evolving society . Through forward thinking we embrace change and innovation .
Be Inclusive
We welcome and celebrate all individuals in all that we do .
Be Dedicated
We are active and collaborative participants in the advancement of occupational therapy . We are self-motivated people who are passionate about the occupational therapy profession .
Have Integrity
We adhere to ethical standards in all of our efforts . It is critical that we demonstrate integrity and are viewed as trustworthy .
ILOTA is the premier occupational therapy resource in Illinois .
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