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Far away – but Near Me
Rolling out video consulting in rural Tayside has helped children
and young people’s therapists to be more accessible for the
families they serve
42
The digital solution
Digital pioneer Angela Alty reflects on establishing the use of
video consultations to facilitate a home environment assessment
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Staying connected
Producing meaningful occupation videos to stay connected
with clients during lockdown
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Sensible creativity and digital technology
Staff at the University of Sunderland reflect on adapting students’
Observed Structured Practical Assessments during COVID-19
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Inspiring the next generation of occupational
therapists
Encouraging school children of all ages to consider a career in
the NHS
focus on and Q&A
35
Finding and creating accessible environments
for disabled people
Laura Irwin on ‘striving to make the world more accessible, one
review at a time’
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The importance of routine and productivity
Clare Cole-Young reflects on how the COVID-19 pandemic has
highlighted the importance of occupation
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