About the Speakers

Carolyn Sithong has over 20 years of experience as a clinical, educational and community-based occupational therapist with award winning practices. She is specially certified in the area of environmental modifications (SCEM) by the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). Carolyn has been awarded “CAPS Designee of the Year” by the National Association of Home Builders and named on the roster of fellows at AOTA for her role in advocacy and leadership.

She has spear headed aging in place initiatives and home modification programming for local, state and national organizations that support healthy environments for the aging community. She has served the Florida Department of Elder Affairs, The Florida Association of Centers for Independent Living, NC Statewide Independent Living Council, AARP, National Rebuilding Together, Home Depot and AOTA, with her expertise in the home modification area. She is the current CEO of Home for Life Design.

Cindi Petito has practiced as an occupational therapist for 30 years in multiple healthcare settings, treating aging adults and individuals with traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, and progressive neurodegenerative diseases. She has 26 years of experience working in complex rehab technologies (CRT) including wheeled mobility and custom seating, home accessibility products and home modifications, and various assistive technologies such as smart home technologies.