Rachel Bradrick, Stephanie Funk, Ginny Rogers, Emily Sis, & Laura Webb

Ethical duty as a PT (APTA Code of Ethics) >Principle #7 : Physical therapists shall promote organizational behaviors and business practices that benefit patients/clients and society. (Core Values: Integrity, Accountability) >Principle #8: Physical therapists shall participate in efforts to meet the health needs of people locally, nationally, or globally. (Core Value: Social Responsibility) To whom much has been given, much is expected. Its fun to give back! Why Should I Volunteer or Partake in Pro Bono Work? http://www.apta.org/uploadedFiles/APTAorg/About_Us/Policies/HOD/Ethics/CodeofEthics.pdf

What Qualifies as Pro Bono Work? According to the APTAs website, pro bono work includes: Providing service for FREE (or a reduced rate) to people who have limited monetary resources Donating time (using your professional services) to a charitable organization Involvement in efforts to make physical therapy more accessible Giving money to organizations that enable persons with limited finances to have access to physical therapy http://www.apta.org/uploadedFiles/APTAorg/About_Us/Policies/HOD/Health/ProBono.pdf

Where Should I Donate My Services as a PT? There are A LOT of opportunities! However, there are a few things to look at regarding any organization with which you plan to donate your professional expertise. According to the APTAs website, you should check out: Length of establishment in a certain area Connections with the local community and health care system Influence from local/community leaders at leadership level of organization Promote community growth Emphasis on local citizen education and empowerment http://www.apta.org/ProBono/EvaluatingOrganizatio ns/

Your own clinical setting/institution Community involvement Across the countrydifferent U.S. states Over-seas opportunities Disaster relief You can get involved at any stage of your PT career! Even as students, we can volunteer! Opportunities for Involvement http://www.apta.org/ProBono/ServicesbySetting/

Apple Physical Therapy, a clinic in Washington state, established The Apple Physical Therapy Foundation in 1999. The 501 organization allows donors to make tax- deductible donations to partnered community groups This allows them to formally support organizations and events in the Washington state area It has raised over $1 million for charitable organizations since its formation Clinics Establish Their Own Foundations http://www.appleptfoundation.org/

JayDoc provides opportunities for community volunteers to provide interpretation services for the Spanish-speaking community Similar volunteer opportunities could be offered through private clinics or hospitals Bilingual services http://jaydocfreeclinic.org/volunteer/communitypremed/

Many companies implement programs to encourage employees to become healthier and more productive. The Foundation for Wellness Professionals is a national nonprofit organization of health care providers committed to promoting healthier communities. Help health care workers provide FREE workshops for community organizations and businesses Emphasize prevention for good health http://www.wellnessspeakers.org/ http://www.wellnessspeakers.org/ Serves to: Provide charitable actions to community Improve public relations between clinic and community Community Lunch n Learns

Community Out-Reach Join with other organizations Volunteer at a local free clinic Volunteer at local or national one-day clinics Organize free exercise classes, educational events at work sites, booth at county fair Help disaster relief efforts Combine your special clinical interest (diabetes management, fitness, fall prevention, etc.) with another organizations event Look into regionally or nationally organized events Apta.org

Find Events http://healthfinder.gov

Out-Of-State Know licensure laws Some states have temporary licensures or offer liability coverage for specific events Know Good Samaritan Laws

Supporting Charitable Service Organizations Cant spare time? Donate your paycheck! Designate a percentage of profits from a specific program or time period 15% of all fitness class registration fees will be donated to JayDoc American Red Cross accepts wheelchairs, walkers, and canes for needy community members Donate your brain! Training healthcare workers in underserved communities provides more long-term benefits

International Needs PT is a luxury often taken for granted in the U.S. Other countries are not so lucky Deformities make a difficult life even tougher Club foot Physical Therapy could have a huge impact on standard of living http://www.healthhelpproject.org/projects.html

Volunteer Opportunities Palmetto Medical Initiative Creating a model for sustainable healthcare Active in Uganda and Nicaragua Opportunities for students and professionals to have and impact on people in need oversees http://www.palmettomedical.org/current-project/

International Organizations Health Volunteers Oversees Active in South America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia Providing education to update therapists and enhance the quality of care given Lectures to educate community on preventative measures http://www.hvousa.org/whereWeWork/physicaltherapy.shtml

Missions Opportunities Christian Physical Therapists International Active in South America and Africa Provide opportunities for professionals to go deeper in their walk with Christ while they provide hope for those in need. Work with mobile clinics providing services to rural communities http://www.cpti.org/index.html

I dont have enough skills to make a difference No one will want me Im too inexperienced and scared of making a mistake Im too busy! But Im just a student

There are many ways physical therapy students can get involved! Get involved in health education General Fitness Classes Volunteer your time at a wellness center to promote healthy living and injury-prevention FALSE!

Local Free Clinics JAYDOC twice a month (every other Tuesday night) physical therapy volunteer opportunity Completely student run http://jaydocfreeclinic.org/ Volunteer Opportunities for Students

After studying for so long, you can loose sight of why you want to go into physical therapy Volunteering can be reenergizing and rewarding and give a sense of purpose Hands-on experience can help you learn faster and better Too Busy?

Pro Bono Therapy Man http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WvxIhkW8rXg&feature=youtube_gdata_player

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Rachel Bradrick, Stephanie Funk, Ginny Rogers, Emily Sis, & Laura Webb