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As the mornings and evenings become darker over winter it can become more difficult for a person with dementia to orient themselves to the time of day. An orientation clock can be a great tool to help maintain independence and daily routines. #WithOTuCAN

Offering someone assistance at mealtimes is deeply personal. It’s vital to learn about preferences, take time to understand body language/ facial expressions & listen for cues. Every mouthful counts. #WithSLTuCan

Proud to be involved in this important work , please share widely RCOTSS Housing RCOT Scottish Policy Paul Bellamy Scottish Housing News Scottish Government CIH Scotland

Happy #WorldOTDay to all my amazing colleagues and occupational therapy friends 💚

Please share 💚 Julie Brown Ailsa Dow Royal College of Occupational Therapists Jeff Dormer wendy chambers Alison McKean Angela Pointon Gill Gowran OT 🌻 @GabyStewartOT Christine Steel

The ambition of innovation, improvement & research in Connecting People, Connecting Support aims for people living with dementia & their families to experience the delivery of high-quality, responsive, rights-based & person-centred AHP rehabilitation. 💜 alzscot.org/ahpinnovation

Carers: With the nights drawing in, this can be a good time to check internal and external light bulbs are working. Consider using timers and sensors to ensure that lights come on automatically #dementia NDCAN SDWG Alzheimer Scotland

1 week to go until FREE webinar on Tuesday 7th November 2023 7PM , highlighting the contribution of authors #ROARdementia @macleanFiona Prof Elaine Hunter Dr Alison Warren Lyn, #dementia #OT #withOTuCAN Fiona Fraser Dr Kate Turner @angelagregory28 plymouth.zoom.us/j/92234883918?…

Bedrooms - if being admitted to a hospital of care facility, try to replicate the location and height of the bed as it would be at home. Keep to the same transfer side and in proximity to the toilet or room exit door. Have a favourite photo on the bedside table. #WithOTuCAN

Join us on Tuesday 7th November 2023 7PM for our book webinar highlighting the contribution of authors #ROARdementia @macleanFiona Prof Elaine Hunter Dr Alison Warren Lyn, #dementia #OT #withOTuCAN Fiona Fraser Dr Kate Turner @angelagregory28 plymouth.zoom.us/j/92234883918?…

Recent patient safety alert highlighted risks of using bed rails but some assessors still arent aware of these. This video could help. Feel free to share youtube.com/watch?v=4gaRR4…

Being outdoors isn’t always an accessible option for people living with #dementia. A #fall can knock confidence. Threshold #steps can be insurmountable. #AHPs can help overcome barriers & support outdoor access with individualised goal setting. With AHPs you can!

Download our campaign resources to help you raise the profile of the value of occupational therapy and it's vital role in health, social care and society. 👉🏾 loom.ly/zmv2z_0 #OTWeek24

Please re-Tweet if you agree: It is so hard to find time for your own #health when caring for someone who has #Alzheimers disease or another form of #dementia. But it is essential for quality #caregiving. #diet #exercise #sleep #mentalhealth

Still time to register and join this event celebrating practice based learning with OTs in local authority in Scotland! Meet other OTs from across Scotland. Royal College of Occupational Therapists QMU Occupational Therapy OT_RGU GCU Occupational Therapy Edinburgh Napier Occupational Therapy eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%…

We kick off #OTWeek2024 with Royal College of Occupational Therapists on 4th Nov! This year's theme, "Power of Occupational Therapy – Transforming Health and Social Care," highlights the vital role #OccupationalTherapists play in housing & social care. Stay tuned for daily stories from OTs at Foundations

Ready to promote and celebrate my wonderful profession of #occupationaltherapy for #OTWeek24

Proud to be sharing our powerful #OTweek24 video. Thanks to journalist Melanie Reid for demonstrating the importance of the life-long partnership she has with her OTs since her injury. Here's to a great campaign highlighting the power of OT in transforming health and social care.

🏠✨ Our homes shape our daily lives. During #OTWeek24, Foundations is exploring how our environment influences our 'occupationals'. Check out 'Key Skills for Housing Adaptations' for insights on OTs' roles in enhancing home life. 📖🔗 amzn.eu/d/ecIWmtR Catch our chat

Have you seen our weekly blog : Let's Talk about Dementia | Never in the history of mankind did not talking about something scary make it disappear. Led by allied health professionals & hosted at ⁦Alzheimer Scotland⁩ 💜 letstalkaboutdementia.wordpress.com