£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…
Charity launches new arthritis tracking app for young people and seeks feedback from healthcare professionals
National charity Versus Arthritis has launched a new app to make healthcare appointments easier for young people called the ‘Arthritis Tracker for Teens’. The app…
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…
Assistive tech to play key role at new £5.4m specialist supported living scheme in Edinburgh
Work has officially begun in Leith to bring new homes packed with assistive technology options for local people living with disabilities. 24 new apartments are…
New Abacus assisted bathing seminar to be presented by Adam Ferry OT at Kidz North
Working alongside Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions, Adam Ferry, respected Occupational Therapist, will be delivering a brand new CPD-accredited bathing seminar at Kidz to Adultz North.…