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Dr Cate Bennett

@cateot.bsky.social
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Principal Occupational Therapist Derby City Council. Interested in research and innovation, system leadership, workforce development, and quality assurance of practice.

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Elizabeth Casson Trust @elizabethcasson.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
"Get on Board" 🚂 We are looking for "driven" Occupational Therapists to join our Board of Trustees. Want to help us shape the profession of Occupational Therapy in the U.K. and beyond? *UK based OTs only* More Info: elizabethcasson.org.uk/about-us/new... #BeMoreElizabeth
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Elizabeth Casson Trust @elizabethcasson.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
⭐️COMING APRIL 2026⭐️ So excited to announce the groundbreaking exhibition - ⚡️Strike a Light⚡️The Art & Science of Occupational Therapy At: Rugby Art Gallery & Museum More Info Here: elizabethcasson.org.uk/about-us/new... #occupationaltherapy #exhibition
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Dr Cate Bennett @cateot.bsky.social · 31/07/2025
Budget pressures are impacting on every aspect of health & social care. Equipment provision is a preventative intervention, (sometimes life saving), keeping people safe and more independent at home, and reducing the cost of funded care & support. share.google/1puWrOaFuI2c...
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Major healthcare equipment firm on brink of failure - BBC News
NRS Healthcare, which provides wheelchairs, hoists and other equipment, is expected to run out of cash by the end of the week, the BBC understands.
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Dr Cate Bennett @cateot.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
Excellent initiative, using occupational therapy interventions working with those who have experienced trauma through human trafficking....
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Royal College of Occupational Therapists @thercot.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Our next annual campaign, launching in OT Week 2025, will highlight the value of occupational therapy in prevention and early intervention. 💚 Learn more and get involved 👉🏾 loom.ly/-TZwrag 📅 #OTWeek25 runs from 3–9 November.
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Elizabeth Casson Trust @elizabethcasson.bsky.social · 04/07/2025
♦️Watch this Space ♦️ We have a NEW personal development programme coming soon: "Demystifying Boards and Trusteeship" Please subscribe to our NewsBlast to get more information: elizabethcasson.org.uk/subscribe/
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Dr Cate Bennett @cateot.bsky.social · 11/06/2025
The @local.gov.uk have published an important report that showcases the value and impact of occupational therapy, and other AHPs working in social care. www.local.gov.uk/publications...
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Occupational therapists in councils: Unlocking capacity and driving change
This report, developed in partnership with national and regional occupational therapy leaders, explores the unique role of occupational therapists in councils. It highlights their impact across housin...
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Dr Cate Bennett @cateot.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
A free webinar for your CPD... Please join via the link #OccupationalTherapy
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Dr Cate Bennett @cateot.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
Amazing work on environmental accessibility described here in my local paper www.derbytelegraph.co.uk/news/local-n...
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How to make the Peak District accessible to all? One woman has the answer
Sue Smith has been recognised for her continued efforts at the National Park
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Dr Cate Bennett @cateot.bsky.social · 11/04/2025
Unbelievable, social housing providers still have this - all or nothing approach! www.itv.com/news/2025-04...
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Local Government Association (LGA) @local.gov.uk · 17/03/2025
To celebrate #SocialWorkWeek2025, Partners in Care and Health are launching a new Digital Champions network to share best practices and connect with colleagues passionate about digital technology. Register now for the event on Friday: lgaevents.local.gov.uk/lga/frontend...
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Dementia Researcher @dementiaresearcher.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Professor Louise Allan is seeking a Research Fellow in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy at University of Exeter for a programme of research to design an adapted rehabilitation intervention for people with Lewy body dementia. Closing: 26 Feb www.dementiaresearcher.nihr.ac.uk/job/research...
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Research Fellow: Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy
Research Fellow in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy at University of Exeter for a programme of research to design an adapted rehabilitation intervention for people with Lewy body dementia.
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Elizabeth Casson Trust @elizabethcasson.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
OPEN NOW - Post-Reg Masters Awards. More Information and Apply here: elizabethcasson.org.uk/funding/post...
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Dr Cate Bennett @cateot.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
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Aves Libre Carnival Troupe
YouTube video by Amanda Hose-Hawley
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Dr Cate Bennett @cateot.bsky.social · 07/02/2025
Any occupational Therapists interested in accessible dance? A new article published this week about Great work happening in Nottingham. Hoping to facilitate an OT student placement with them later this summer! journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10....
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Addressing inequalities through music and movement - A Hose-Hawley, 2025
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Elizabeth Casson Trust @elizabethcasson.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
♦️One more week to apply for our Personal Leadership Programme♦️ elizabethcasson.org.uk/your-develop... Details on the website. #occupationaltherapy #ots #leadership #educate
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Rachel Kelso @rachelkelso.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
As one year ends, a community of #homecare workers grows… www.homecarewg.org/post/as-one-... Now, off to do nine care visits for New Years’ Eve, and another seven in the morning! #HappyNewYear one and all 💜
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As one year ends, a community of homecare workers grows…
It’s been a big year for Homecare Workers’ Group. Here’s an overview of what we’ve learned in 2024, and our plans for 2025...
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Rachel Kelso @rachelkelso.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
⏳️Some homecare workers report that when they spend less time than scheduled at a care visit, their pay is reduced to reflect that... 🚩 but when they spend more time than scheduled, they are not paid the extra 🤷‍♀️ A fascinatingly one-sided use of technology. #homecare #socialcare #carework
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Dr Sophie Knight @drsophiejknight.bsky.social · 04/12/2024
Occupational therapists are you interested in sharing your ideas for an OT exhibition?! Me, Jemma Channing (OT & Snr Manager Creative Health & Change, Arts Council England) & the Elizabeth Casson Trust are working to curate just such an exhibition! Share your thoughts: forms.office.com/e/5aGUi83Twu
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