RCOT highlights fantastic work of OTs with new campaign for Occupational Therapy Week
During this year’s Occupational Therapy Week, which runs from the 4th-10th November, the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has launched a new campaign to…
Government announces 100,000 more people to be given PHBs to make personalised care “the norm”
With a change in law coming into effect on the 2nd of December, people who use wheelchairs or need mental health support will have greater…
New framework launched to support OTs working in social care
A new practical resource from RCOT and Skills for Care, the ‘Learning and development framework for occupational therapists: New or returning to social care’, has…
New report highlights the integral role OTs play in helping disabled children and young people
The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has launched its latest report – Occupational therapy: Unlocking the potential of children and young people – which…
Closomat supports OTs by reducing delays in housing adaptations through providing suitable and timely care solutions
Accessible bathing and toileting specialist Closomat is helping reduce delays in housing adaptations through advising clients on available solutions and offering a complete installation, commissioning,…
New report highlights the importance of OTs in relieving pressure on the social care system
Exploring the different ways that occupational therapists can help individuals live more fulfilling lives, the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has announced a new…
Quick guide released to help allied health professions enhance the health of care home residents
The NHS has launched a new guide aimed at allied health professionals on how they can support and improve the health and well-being of residents…
RCOT partners with coveted care awards to celebrate the best in adult social care
Helping recognise the very best in adult social care providers and individual employers, the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has announced a partnership with…
Nationally recognised tool updates to allow physios to issue advice about staff returning to work
Developed by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) and the College of Podiatry, physiotherapists can now use an…
New guide launched to help OTs make decisions on provision of specialist equipment in care homes
Providing occupational therapists (OTs) with “clear-cut” guidance on the assessment and provision of specialist equipment in care homes, the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)…