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Kirstie

@kirstie_ot

Principal Practitioner. Occupational Therapist. #SocialCareOT, Writer, Trainer & Mediocre Powerlifter. Consumer of Bagels, Coffee & the Great Outdoors.

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Had a read of the 23/24 Professional Standards Authority HCPC report. Disappointing 2 see that they still havent got a handle on fitness 2 practise processes, leaving registrants stressed, unsupported & unable 2 work… & paying for the privilege. #SocialCareOT ➡️ professionalstandards.org.uk/docs/default-s…

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Our President Melanie Williams responds to the #Darzi Report. At ADASS, we agree with the recommendation to shift focus from hospitals and towards community. A strong, well-funded social care system is imperative to fixing the NHS adass.org.uk/adass-responds…

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Our Vice President jess mcgregor responds to the #Darzi report. She writes that #socialcare reform and fixing the #NHS are not separate or competing priorities. Read her blog here. adass.org.uk/lord-darzis-nh…

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Act on Darzi findings to create a 'modern, responsive NHS' The CSP has strongly endorsed Lord Darzi's recommendations about moving care into the community. However, more physiotherapy staff are needed to deliver expanded services: csp.org.uk/news/2024-09-1… #RightToRehab

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So many #AHPs in one room today at Coventry and Warwickshire AHPs conference. Thinking about the things we can control & influence, how to make change through small actions & a presi from our first WCC OT Apprentices #SocialCareOT #aspireAHP

So many #AHPs in one room today at <a href="/CandWAHPs/">Coventry and Warwickshire AHPs</a> conference. Thinking about the things we can control &amp; influence, how to make change through small actions &amp; a presi from our first WCC OT Apprentices #SocialCareOT #aspireAHP
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Proud to have nabbed an award at yesterdays Coventry and Warwickshire AHPs #AHPsAspire conference. Made all that nicer as announced by Carolyn Hay 💙💚 & presented by Dr Kim Stuart 💙💙💙. Much achieved in supporting our future OTs, but more to do! Came into these on my desk today 🤣 #SocialCareOT 💚

Proud to have nabbed an award at yesterdays <a href="/CandWAHPs/">Coventry and Warwickshire AHPs</a> #AHPsAspire conference. Made all that nicer as announced by <a href="/CarolynHay/">Carolyn Hay 💙💚</a> &amp; presented by <a href="/KimStuartOT/">Dr Kim Stuart 💙💙💙</a>. Much achieved in supporting our future OTs, but more to do! Came into these on my desk today 🤣 #SocialCareOT 💚
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“This decision follows an extensive consultation exercise with registrants, professional bodies, trade unions” all of which was basically ignored! #SocialCareOT

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Utterly disgusting add ons AXS_UK. What exactly does this cover when you only send 1 email confirmation & 1 with PDF tickets?! #LiveMusic #BustedVsMcFly #MakeLiveMusicAccessible

Utterly disgusting add ons <a href="/AXS_UK/">AXS_UK</a>. What exactly does this cover when you only send 1 email confirmation &amp; 1 with PDF tickets?! #LiveMusic #BustedVsMcFly #MakeLiveMusicAccessible
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ADASS responds to the Autumn Budget: “The budget has offered some light relief for local government with new money announced. In particular, we welcome the £600 million of grant funding for social care & improvements in carer’s allowance.” Read in full: adass.org.uk/adass-responds…

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You cant “fix” the #NHS without “fixing” #SocialCare. Do they get that or just choosing to ignore it #Budget24 #SocialCareOT

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A committee of MPs Health and Social Care Committee are conducting an inquiry into adult social care reform, exploring the cost of inaction on the NHS, local authorities and the economy. Are you an OT working in social care and want to share your views? Join us by doing so: tinyurl.com/3cruw4ey

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QA & Improvement Lead, working across #AdultSocialCare with the POT & PSW… & yet states essential qualification is to be a Social Worker? Why? Why not an #OccupationalTherapist? *Interesting* move there Calderdale Council Calderdale Jobs🤮 #SocialCareOT

QA &amp; Improvement Lead, working across #AdultSocialCare with the POT &amp; PSW… &amp; yet states essential qualification is to be a Social Worker? Why? Why not an #OccupationalTherapist? *Interesting* move there <a href="/Calderdale/">Calderdale Council</a> <a href="/JobsCalderdale/">Calderdale Jobs</a>🤮 #SocialCareOT
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Looking to commission training/CPD on “no recourse to public funds” as its not something we feel skilled enough in to provide ourselves. Has anyone done this? Any recommendations on providers? Adult PSW Network Principal & Strategic Lead Occupational Therapists West Midlands ADASS ✨ Lynne Bowers 💙 💚 Thanks a bunch!

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Unless youre an OT & its to be paid in a few months. Disgusting. No respect for registrants or understanding of the current financial climate. #SocialCareOT #HCPC #DoBetter

Unless youre an OT &amp; its to be paid in a few months. Disgusting. No respect for registrants or understanding of the current financial climate. #SocialCareOT #HCPC #DoBetter
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Hi WaterstonesHelp ive had a book on pre order, was due for publication on 06/05 & is available in store, but my order hasnt been processed. How do I get this sorted? Thanks.

Hi <a href="/WstonesHelp/">WaterstonesHelp</a> ive had a book on pre order, was due for publication on 06/05 &amp; is available in store, but my order hasnt been processed. How do I get this sorted? Thanks.