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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · 6d

Very important session at #PlaidCymru conference on preventative health care.

Mabon ap Gwynfor reiterated the benefits of #AHPs & that a Plaid Govt will have prevention at the heart of their public health agenda.

Along with a shift of Welsh NHS resources to primary care for GPs & AHPs.

RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · 7d

We're at the @rcgp.bsky.social Conference in Newport today and tomorrow.

Come chat to us about the benefits of OTs in GP practices.

Find out more at www.rcot.co.uk/explore-reso...

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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · 13d

Kim & the other panel members spent 90 minutes giving evidence to the Senedd's Health & Social Care Committee.

Bluesky only allows for 3 minutes...please do check out the full session on Senedd.Tv tinyurl.com/yvwey64w

Here's a quick overview of Kim's evidence 👇

Thank you again Kim!

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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · 14d

And then this afternoon popped into the Cardiff OTAC conference. Great to see the emerging technology for OTs and got to chat to some members.

RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · 14d

Huge thank you to Kim Willis for representing OTs at the @senedd.wales Health & Social Care committee this morning.

Kim did an amazing job showcasing the benefits of having OTs in primary care.

The committee will conclude their inquiry & make recommendations to the Welsh Govt.

Will keep updated.

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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · 14d

Kim will be on in 30 minutes.

You can watch the session live on Senedd.TV

www.senedd.tv/Meeting/Live...

RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · 15d

***TOMORROW***

OT Kim Willis will be giving evidence to @senedd.wales Health & Social Care Committee into the future of GP Practices.

Watch live at 0930

www.rcot.co.uk/latest-news/...

Watch: Future of GPs inquiry - getting more OTs into primary practice in Wales

Watch Kim Wallis give evidence at the SENEDD enquiry into OTs in Welsh primary practice

www.rcot.co.uk

RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · Sep 15

Happy #RehabAwarenessWeek

Rehab empowers people to live well at home & in the community. OT-led reablement builds independence & reduces reliance on care.

Through our Workforce Strategy, we’re championing a workforce focused on prevention and early intervention. Read more: tinyurl.com/544cmbpf

Download and accessible versions- workforce strategy

Choose the version of the strategy that works best for you. If you need a different accessible version please let us know.

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Sep 10

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay.

As occupational therapists, we support people who are feeling low, struggling with thoughts of suicide, or finding it hard to see a way forward. (1/5)

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Sep 8

💚 Get ready for OT Week!
Join our Profile-raising café and build confidence to champion occupational therapy in your workplace.

Sign up here: https://loom.ly/72sXqH8
📅 1–2pm, Friday 19 September
🔒 Members only

#RightTimeOT #OTWeek25

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Sep 9

Today we say thank you to everyone working in the UK’s emergency services – including occupational therapists who support people in urgent care and work alongside paramedics, police and fire services.

Your work keeps us safe, healthy and protects our communities.

#EmergencyServicesDay

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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · Sep 9

Cynllun Cymorth i Ddysgwyr Cymraeg

Mae Prifysgol Abertawe yn edrych i baru siaradwyr Cymraeg rhugl gyda dysgwyr (lefel Sylfaen+) ar gyfer sgyrsiau misol anffurfiol i hybu hyder.

💬 1 awr/mis
📅 Yn dechrau Ionawr 26
📍 Ar agor i bob gweithiwr iechyd
🔗 Cofrestrwch yma: forms.office.com/e/zDu5CUrkqW

RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · Sep 9

🚨 Welsh Learner Speaking Support Scheme 🗣️🏥

Swansea Uni is looking to pair fluent Welsh speakers with learners (Sylfaen level+) for informal monthly chats to boost confidence.

💬 1 hour/month
📅 Start Jan 26
📍 Open to all health professionals
🔗 Sign up: forms.office.com/e/zDu5CUrkqW

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Sep 3

⏰We're extending the deadline for our Annual Awards!
You've now got until Monday 15 September to send in your application.

With eight different awards offering a total of £9,500, there's an appropriate opportunity for everyone.

Find your award.

👉🏾 Apply now: https://loom.ly/JH6NxGo

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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · Sep 5

Llongyfarchiadau | Congratulations Heather!

Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Sep 5

🏅 Meet Heather McNaught, one of our 2025 Merit Award winners.

'I believe that OT can support any person across every aspect of life. We are so diverse and creative in our approaches that it does mean that this is the best job in the world.'

Congratulations! 🥳

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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · Aug 26

📣Have your say on our consultation response to @senedd.wales Children, Young People & Education Committee on ALN implementation.

Visit the Wales Network on RCOT Communities: communities.rcot.co.uk/topics/49483...

Our survey closes Sunday 14th September

Login | RCOT Communities

communities.rcot.co.uk

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Aug 29

A brand-new booklet has been launched at Swansea Bay Health to help people combat deconditioning.

Written by OT Carys Williams during her placement in Morriston Hospital Emergency Department, this resource is already making an impact.

Find out more: https://loom.ly/TcxZb8w

New booklet set to help get older hospital patients home more quickly

sbuhb.nhs.wales

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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · Aug 26

📣Have your say on our consultation response to @senedd.wales Children, Young People & Education Committee on ALN implementation.

Visit the Wales Network on RCOT Communities: communities.rcot.co.uk/topics/49483...

Our survey closes Sunday 14th September

Login | RCOT Communities

communities.rcot.co.uk

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Aug 21

📆Parkinson's one-day masterclass

Improve your knowledge and confidence in working with people who have Parkinson's.

Covers: drug management, falls and bone health, principles of MDT working and more.

💵£195 member discounted price/£350 for non-members
🎟️Book your ticket https://loom.ly/VaQWwvI

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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · Aug 14

Good luck to everyone collecting their results today!

We're excited to welcome new OT colleagues to the profession when you start your training in September.

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RCOT Policy Wales @rcotpolicywales.bsky.social · Aug 13

📣📣 Calling OTs! 📣📣

Have your say on our current consultations:

New Wales Stroke Standards: forms.office.com/e/FSCrUrb4B2

Senedd ALN implementation: forms.office.com/e/XEVJR2jLP5

Microsoft Forms

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Aug 11

Join Dr Rob Brooks, Lisa Jamieson and Lorrae Mynard on our new course and find out how you can make your practice more collaborative and occupation-focused.

📍Online
🗺️members: £100 / non-members: £150
📆Friday 5 September 9.30am–12pm

Details: https://loom.ly/bsZDud4

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Introduction to occupational formulation and goal setting
9.30am -12pm, Friday 5 September

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Aug 7

Do you know an amazing OT who could be the next speaker for our Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture in 2026? 🎤

We know you do! So it's time to nominate them for this prestigious honour.

Nominate today 👉🏿 https://loom.ly/LSBs4mo

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Aug 11

First things first: don’t panic!

Been selected for the @hcpc.bsky.social ‬audit? Here’s what other OTs want you to know 👉🏾 https://loom.ly/G1eS2gQ

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · Aug 7

🎊 Over the next few weeks, we'll be introducing you to our Fellowship and Merit Award winners.

We hope you enjoy hearing about their outstanding contributions.

You can read about them all now 👉🏾 https://loom.ly/KO2aOnE

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