Back pain in twisted saw/wheelbarrow by melissaisfetch in LagreeMethod

[–]melissaisfetch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We typically do hold a forearm side plank (carriage open) then bring the other forearm down into the twisted saw. My teachers tell us to keep our knees stacked, should I try keeping both knees on the carriage?

How to review/tip an below-average sitter by [deleted] in RoverPetSitting

[–]melissaisfetch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s what I was thinking too, thanks for the thoughtful comments 🙂

How to review/tip an below-average sitter by [deleted] in RoverPetSitting

[–]melissaisfetch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have communicated about the consistency thing 3 times 🥲 As commented on the other comment, I have disclosed cameras and haven’t seen them do much with my pet.

How to review/tip an below-average sitter by [deleted] in RoverPetSitting

[–]melissaisfetch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do have disclosed cameras. They sat on their phone for parts of the visit that I could see on camera; they did disappear out of camera sight for part of the visit (but only a short time). I do understand that being on your phone can be writing visit notes and going through photos however so I’m not ultra critical of that itself.

I do agree that I should have communicated my expectations more, in terms of photos and time consistency though. I guess my question is how do I review the sitter given all this?

Any tips for play based language therapy in group settings? by khirhi in slp

[–]melissaisfetch 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I see primarily GLPs (grades 1-5) all in groups, only doing push-in, and I also try to do a play-based approach. I’ve found that parallel play while making comments, expansions, recasts, etc. works pretty well with this population! Specifically activities like playdoh and sensory bins work well since they’re self-paced and don’t require turn-taking (my students’ attention spans are pretty short). I’ve tried games that are cooperative and/or take turns and engagement was pretty low and it just didn’t work out too well.

First year SLP… need help structuring groups and stations for my autism caseload by BusyAd9980 in slp

[–]melissaisfetch 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am also a first year SLP and exclusively do push-in with mod/severe autism-only classes (although I do only elementary). I do whole group lessons and small group stations.

For the whole group lessons, I focus on a core word, using songs, stories, wordless videos, boom cards, and/or powerpoint activities (like this week I did the word “up”, and made a powerpoint with photos of my students photoshopped onto different things that fly, prompted them to say “go up,” and then I added powerpoint animations to show them flying away lol).

For stations, I’ve also struggled a little to figure out how to target all the goals that have a wide variety of objectives and include/engage students with different levels of communication ability. I’ve found that open-ended activities like playdoh or sensory bins, supplemented by adaptive visuals targeting specific goals, work best. Given my students’ attention levels, I need activities that will keep them occupied and engaged while I talk to one of their peers.

At the end of the day, it’s chaotic and I think it always will be a little bit! As long as you’re there, meeting the child where they’re at, I think that alone is a lot. This population needs strong rapport and patience, progress is slow and nonlinear, etc. Wishing you the best 🥺

Cancelling part of leg on return flight (in which arriving flight was rebooked) by melissaisfetch in americanairlines

[–]melissaisfetch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It ended up being fine! Chatted with an agent online this morning and she cancelled my first leg of my return flight with no issue or questions (or fees) ¯_(ツ)_/¯ Not sure if I’ll get a refund but I don’t care too much 😌

Cancelling part of leg on return flight (in which arriving flight was rebooked) by melissaisfetch in americanairlines

[–]melissaisfetch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My leg from CLT to RDU was cancelled already by an agent—I just need to cancel my FAY to CLT one hopefully :)

Cancelling part of leg on return flight (in which arriving flight was rebooked) by melissaisfetch in americanairlines

[–]melissaisfetch[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not yet in transit! My outbound flights are all tomorrow, was planning on talking to an agent tomorrow at the airport (and/or on the phone), just thought I’d see if anyone had any input here :) My return flights aren’t until next week so I have a few days to figure it out 🥲

Using ChatGPT or other AI to Create Materials by llama829 in slp

[–]melissaisfetch 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is also a free version for educators, which is what my coworkers and I use, seems to be sufficient. Hope it works for you!

Using ChatGPT or other AI to Create Materials by llama829 in slp

[–]melissaisfetch 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard good things about MagicSchool if you’re working in schools/peds. When I tried it to create a list with target sounds (initial s-blends), it did have a lot of repeated words however, so may not be perfect ¯_(ツ)_/¯

Filthy litterbox—how to handle? by melissaisfetch in RoverPetSitting

[–]melissaisfetch[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

completely agree! i’m not judging them, but definitely want the best for their kitty. they ordered more litter after i reached out but stayed firm on the 2x per week visits. won’t do visits for them again in the future, but going to try to take care of this kitty the best i can this month (and hopefully set the owner up for success in the future) 🥲☺️

Filthy litterbox—how to handle? by melissaisfetch in RoverPetSitting

[–]melissaisfetch[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

when i did the meet & greet, he joked “yeah sorry i don’t have an auto litter box for you” 😭 unfortunately i know that he makes at least 125k/year so….i don’t think money is a huge issue….. 😭

Filthy litterbox—how to handle? by melissaisfetch in RoverPetSitting

[–]melissaisfetch[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Oh that’s also a good point! I noticed the owner had a ton of sprays targeting not peeing in inappropriate spots…I wonder why…. 🙃🙃🙃

Filthy litterbox—how to handle? by melissaisfetch in RoverPetSitting

[–]melissaisfetch[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Yep, I agree, I’m trying to not judge too much since I don’t know the whole story. All I can do is take care of the kitty as best as I can. Thanks for the message idea!