Rhode Island Occupational Therapy Association - RIOTA

02/10/2026

RIOTA Annual Awards: Nominations Now Open!

It’s that time of year again! RIOTA is calling on YOU to nominate an outstanding occupational therapy professional for one of our Annual Awards!

The RIOTA Board will review all nominees and vote in each category in March.

Submit your nomination here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1cQ_VbcsepL7n4k6PfxNAMrTFj-oMNwSg2MB31rw4yy8/viewform

02/03/2026

🗓️ Mark your calendars, OT leaders! The 2026 AOTA RA schedule is live—join CommunOT discussions Feb 2–13, follow task groups Feb 16–20, and don’t miss the live-streamed RA Spring Meeting on April 15 from 6–10 PM. Let’s shape the future of occupational therapy together!

01/30/2026

NEWS: As we’ve anticipated since the fall, the U.S. Department of Education (ED) just released a proposed rule updating the definition of professional degree programs ⎯excluding advanced occupational therapy degrees from the definition of a professional degree. This new rule would fundamentally change how graduate students finance their education and have a negative impact on the profession and the workforce.

We need your voice! Contact your Members of Congress to urge them to do all they can to make sure ED reconsiders this action to include a wider range of health professions, including occupational therapy. Take action now at aota.org/takeaction 👈

AOTA will continue to lead advocacy efforts with ED, Congressional champions, and coalition partners. Stay tuned for more!

01/21/2026

🚨🚨 Free Event 🚨🚨

Join us on 1/26 @ 6:30 via zoom to meet with your Rhode Island RA, Shannon Strate, in preparation for the upcoming February AOTA Representative Assembly (RA) meeting.

She will discuss how to share your thoughts with all RAs before the working meeting to get your voices heard. All actions will initially utilize CommunOT, which aims to increase visibility and encourage members to engage with their RA representatives.

Register here:

01/20/2026

Last chance, TOMORROW! Join the pediatric special interest group for this amazing event! In person preferred but virtual option available. Register today https://www.riota.org/event-6453248?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=1/14/2026

01/18/2026

Join the pediatric special interest group for this amazing event! In person preferred but virtual option available. Register today https://www.riota.org/event-6453248?CalendarViewType=1&SelectedDate=1/14/2026

01/05/2026

RIOTA Special Election: Last Call for Nominations!

Ready to take the next step in your OT journey? Leadership opportunities are here!
RIOTA is currently accepting Letters of Intent for the following elected position:

President

Deadline to submit your Letter of Intent: March 15, 2026
Send to: riota@riota.org

To be eligible:

You must be a current RIOTA member for at least one year.

Your Letter of Intent should highlight your interest and qualifications.

️ Ballots will be emailed to members in April — keep an eye on your inbox and make your voice heard!

12/02/2025

Also on December 9th tune into zoom to learn about long term forensic patients! Register today! https://riota.org/Events

12/02/2025

Join us Tuesday December 9th to learn about the BOT-3 and MABC-3. Register today! https://riota.org/Events

11/19/2025

Tonight is the night! Its not to late to sign up to attend in person or on zoom!

📣 Please Join Us!
RIOTA Annual Business Meeting 2025

🗓 Wednesday, November 19, 2025
🕕 6:00–8:30 PM
📍 New England Institute of Technology
1 New England Tech Blvd, East Greenwich, RI 02818
(Hybrid event)

Agenda:
✨ 6:00–6:30 — Business Meeting
✨ 6:30–8:00 — Featured Speakers

Topic:
👉 Impacts of Federal Actions on
• Medicare
• Medicaid
• Department of Education
• What AOTA is doing
• How RIOTA and individuals can take action

11/13/2025

📣 Please Join Us!
RIOTA Annual Business Meeting 2025

🗓 Wednesday, November 19, 2025
🕕 6:00–8:30 PM
📍 New England Institute of Technology
1 New England Tech Blvd, East Greenwich, RI 02818
(Hybrid event)

Agenda:
✨ 6:00–6:30 — Business Meeting
✨ 6:30–8:00 — Featured Speakers

Topic:
👉 Impacts of Federal Actions on
• Medicare
• Medicaid
• Department of Education
• What AOTA is doing
• How RIOTA and individuals can take action