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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 1d

💡| Placement Debrief!

Great to have our students join us last week to reflect on their placement experiences.

Debriefs are an important part of the learning journey, helping students consolidate their skills, celebrate progress, and prepare for what’s next! 🌟

#InsideOTatENU

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 12d

🤖| There's still time to share your views!

Take our survey: survey.napier.ac.uk/TakeSurveyPa...

#TakeTheSurvey ⬇️

Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 14d

#TakeTheSurvey ⬇️

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Prof. Elaine Hunter @elaineahp.bsky.social · 18d

I have the pleasure of working with active voice groups & one our collaborative projects is research with @enuocctherapy.bsky.social read an update and insight into a research project looking to explore how robots can support rehabilitation outcomes for people living with dementia 👉 bit.ly/3JVJjoZ

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 16d

Are you an occupational therapist in the UK working with, or have an interest in, dementia?

We're studying how robots could support your work - & we need your input!

Take our survey: survey.napier.ac.uk/TakeSurveyPa...

#TakeTheSurvey

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Prof. Elaine Hunter @elaineahp.bsky.social · 16d

All set for an amazing day of conversations, reflections & learning at the alzheimer scotland conference. AHP stand 26, see you there 💜 @alzscot.bsky.social

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 19d

Still time to #TakeTheSurvey 👇

#Thankyou

Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 23d

Are you an occupational therapist in the UK working with, or have an interest in, dementia?

We're studying how robots could support your work & we need your input!

Take our survey: survey.napier.ac.uk/n/zz93p.aspx

@elaineahp.bsky.social @elizabethcasson.bsky.social @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social

Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 20d

✨| Celebrating Team #OTatENU!

We're delighted to share that @profbethot.bsky.social , alongside Professor Robertson from #EdNapier and colleagues from across the UK have successfully secured NIHR funding for the project "Career Guidance for Older Adults" 👏

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 21d

#TakeTheSurvey 👇

Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 23d

Are you an occupational therapist in the UK working with, or have an interest in, dementia?

We're studying how robots could support your work & we need your input!

Take our survey: survey.napier.ac.uk/n/zz93p.aspx

@elaineahp.bsky.social @elizabethcasson.bsky.social @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social

Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 22d

📢| Join us at Open Day!

Interested in joining us in 2025? Come along on Saturday 20 September to find out more about our Occupational Therapy programme!

🎓Meet the team
💬 Ask questions
🏡 Explore the campus

More info ➡️http://bit.ly/4gwcQCa

#MustBeNapier #InsideOTatENU

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 22d

🎉| Happy #RehabAwarenessWeek!

The video below from @chsscotland.bsky.social highlights the real impact that Occupational Therapy can make as part of rehabilitation programmes.

#RightToRehab

Royal College of Occupational Therapists Scotland @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social · 23d

🥳It’s #RehabAwarenessWeek!

Rehab empowers people to live well at home & in the community. OT-led reablement builds independence & reduces reliance on formal care. Watch this video to see more of the impact good rehabilitation can make: youtu.be/QSvZsZzr04A?...

#RightToRehab

Everyone should have the Right to Rehab | Sign the Petition

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RCOT Policy Northern Ireland @rcotpolicyni.bsky.social · 23d

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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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 23d

Are you an occupational therapist in the UK working with, or have an interest in, dementia?

We're studying how robots could support your work & we need your input!

Take our survey: survey.napier.ac.uk/n/zz93p.aspx

@elaineahp.bsky.social @elizabethcasson.bsky.social @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 26d

Our Survey is Still Open! Share your views here 👇

#TakeTheSurvey

Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 8

Calling All Occupational Therapists!

If you are an occupational therapist in the UK, working with, or have an interest in dementia, please take 30 minutes to complete our survey.

Survey link here: survey.napier.ac.uk/n/zz93p.aspx

@elaineahp.bsky.social @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social

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Royal College of Occupational Therapists Scotland @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social · 26d

🥳We had a brilliant time last night at the Scottish Parliament celebrating AHPs.

Huge thank to Jackie Baillie for sponsoring the event, to Neil Grey for speaking and Olive for sharing her personal lived experience.

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · 28d

Our Survey is Still Open! Share Your Views here 👇

#TakeTheSurvey

Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 8

Calling All Occupational Therapists!

If you are an occupational therapist in the UK, working with, or have an interest in dementia, please take 30 minutes to complete our survey.

Survey link here: survey.napier.ac.uk/n/zz93p.aspx

@elaineahp.bsky.social @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social

Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 8

Calling All Occupational Therapists!

If you are an occupational therapist in the UK, working with, or have an interest in dementia, please take 30 minutes to complete our survey.

Survey link here: survey.napier.ac.uk/n/zz93p.aspx

@elaineahp.bsky.social @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 8

🌟| Happy World Physiotherapy Day!

This years theme is Healthy Ageing, with a focus on how physiotherapists can help prevent frailty and falls.

Today we celebrate our incredible colleagues in Physiotherapy - celebrate with them today in the atrium in Sighthill!

#WorldPTDay

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 5

📣| Voices Together!

We were delighted to support yesterday's event alongside NES, bringing together local authority occupational therapists to strengthen PrBL across social care.

Huge thanks to all who joined, inspiring speakers, great energy and brilliant collaboration!

#Collaboration

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 5

Take the Survey Here 👇We Need Your Views!

#OccupationalTherapy #RobotsInDementia #TakeTheSurvey

Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 1

Survey Now Live!

SURVEY NOW OPEN!

Are you an occupational therapist in the UK? We want to hear your thoughts on the use of robots in dementia practice. Takes 30 minutes to complete, Ethics approved & anonymous, link here:

survey.napier.ac.uk/n/zz93p.aspx

@elaineahp.bsky.social

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 4

🎉 | Team members Fiona and Ashleigh were delighted to join @sportingmemories.bsky.social at yesterday’s event celebrating their volunteers 🌟

They shared how occupational therapy makes a difference and how partnerships are creating student placement opportunities! 🙌

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 1

Survey Now Live!

SURVEY NOW OPEN!

Are you an occupational therapist in the UK? We want to hear your thoughts on the use of robots in dementia practice. Takes 30 minutes to complete, Ethics approved & anonymous, link here:

survey.napier.ac.uk/n/zz93p.aspx

@elaineahp.bsky.social

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Sep 1

Survey Now Live!

SURVEY NOW OPEN!

Are you an occupational therapist in the UK? We want to hear your thoughts on the use of robots in dementia practice. Takes 30 minutes to complete, Ethics approved & anonymous, link here:

survey.napier.ac.uk/n/zz93p.aspx

@elaineahp.bsky.social

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Aug 31

Tomorrow's the Day!

TOMORROW!

Our survey opens for all occupational therapists in the UK. We need your insight on how robots could (or should) support practice in dementia. Don't miss it!

#RobotsInDementia #SurveyLaunch

@elaineahp.bsky.social @alzscot.bsky.social @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social

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Occupational Therapy at Edinburgh Napier University @enuocctherapy.bsky.social · Aug 30

Almost There…

We're almost there! In 2 days time, Occupational Therapists in the UK will be able to shape the future of robots and dementia. Get ready to share your thoughts.

#Robots #SurveyComingSoon

@elaineahp.bsky.social @alzscot.bsky.social @rcotpolicyscot.bsky.social

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