PIP assessments criticised again as new data shows around 50 percent of disability benefits appeals won in tribunal court
According to new data revealed by the BBC in a Freedom of Information (FOI) request, half of the people who appealed in court against a…
Welsh Government announces £127 million funding for training places for healthcare professionals
Revealed by Vaughan Gething, Minister for Health and Social Services, healthcare professionals will have access to greater training opportunities in Wales due to a major…
Closomat highlights how toilet technology can facilitate greater independence and reduce demands on healthcare services
Accessible toilet manufacturer Closomat is highlighting to healthcare professionals the benefits of having accessible toilet fixtures in their clients’ homes as they can help eliminate…
£1,000 award to help an OT implement a special project is now open for entries
Cosyfeet OT Award winner 2019 Ann Drea Cosyfeet has announced that its Occupational Therapy Award 2020 is now open for entries; this £1,000 award will…
New comparative study using VR to examine cognitive function in older people shows promising results
A new study, published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research, looking at the effectiveness of VR in screening for cognitive impairment has been hailed…
wheelAIR hires new OT to research overheating amongst wheelchair users and expand its clinical expertise
Healthcare start-up wheelAIR has introduced Susie Turnbull as its new wheelchair clinical educator, who will use her knowledge and expertise to research the issue of…
OTs invited to ‘Lunch and Learn’ CPD event to learn more about specifying a suitable vehicle for wheelchair users
A new free event is being held by the OT Service in coordination with wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) specialist Sirus for occupational therapists on what…
Terry Lifts to offer new through-the-floor lifts and discuss OT training opportunities at upcoming OT Show
British lift manufacturer Terry Lifts will be unveiling a new prototype three-door glass lift as well as presenting valuable OT training opportunities at The Occupational…
How organisations are showing their support for disabled people during Purple Tuesday
With the announcement that more than 2,500 organisations are taking part in this year’s Purple Tuesday, organisations and stores from a range of sectors have…
Thousands of organisations take part in Purple Tuesday to improve accessibility for disabled people
Taking place today, over 2,500 organisations, including Sainsbury’s, Sky, West Ham United and M&S, are taking part in Purple Tuesday to improve accessibility and the…