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Capturing the learning
Reflections from the occupational therapists who helped staff at the London Nightingale during the second wave of COVID-19
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Increasing social interaction and activity
Adapting occupational therapy groups during the pandemic
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Practice makes perfect
RCOT ’ s practice team ’ s successful first student placement
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Cycling for recovery during lockdown
The development of a cycling project to help tackle social isolation and occupational deprivation
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Creating connections
Students and staff at Glasgow Caledonian University are adapting to unprecedented times to stay connected online
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The ‘ A , B , C , D ’ of cycling
Lana Parker looks at the impact a summer bike skills group has had on children and their families
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Reflections on a blended practice placement
Students and an educator share their reflections of collaborative , creative working during the pandemic
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Rehab in a ‘ real world environment ’
OTs from The Disabilities Trust talk about the value of independent living flats during the COVID-19 pandemic
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Everyone could benefit …
Two universities have teamed up to develop occupational therapy provision in the mental health team for students
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What is occupational therapy ?
How one team worked to create an action list to help it improve people ’ s understanding of the occupational therapy role
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Student engagement in a global pandemic
Using social media to facilitate a student engagement group
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Reflections on ‘ the art of the possible ’
Can you run mealtime groups under pandemic conditions ?
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Creatively supporting the future workforce
A look at the value of leadership placements
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Introducing the NIHR ARCs ...
... and hear how you could benefit from getting involved
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Step change
Adapting the ‘ five-step ’ process to help cut waiting lists
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Exploring the path less travelled
Reflections of a teaching and research associate
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