SIPUs therapy team have received some really lovely feedback from a service user today. This is what the jobs all about 😊💚💚

Steph the OT on SIPU ward has presented to the therapy team at Ormskirk and Chorley in their monthly team training session. She focussed on the MOCA assessment and how this benefits patients within the unit. These sessions now run monthly. Helping to build on knowledge.

All set up ready for today's progressive muscle relaxation and guided imagery session on SIPU, ran by Steph the OT. Feeling very Zen! 🌟💚🌼🌛🧚

Chuffed to be nominated. Thanks very much 💚🥰

Erin (OT) and Vicky (MM) celebrated International Women’s Day in style 💓 it was lovely to see our service users getting involved and feeling empowered! Also a lovely treat for our incredible staff too 😊 Team Ormskirk Inpatients Lathom Suite Picu

The EID celebrations are in full swing today on SIPU and PICU wards today, organised by the OT team. Patients and staff commented how much they enjoyed it. The home made Mango Lassi and curries went down a treat! 🌛🕌🌜

SIPUs therapy team voluntary litter pick took place today with some patients that volunteered their time. Everyone who attended stated that they enjoyed getting out in the sunshine, getting their steps in and giving back to the community. 🌟🚶🌿

Pete and Zoe from Scarisbrick therapy team facilitated a countryside ramble with patients yesterday. Taking in the surrounding areas of Ormskirk. They covered nearly 8000 steps and met Eddie the little white dog who was out with his mum on an afternoon stroll 🥰🌿🌞

Pete and Zoe from SIPU therapy team, supported patients to access the local area today and went on a tranquil , mindfulness woodland walk 🌿🚶🌿. Over 8000 steps done and it was enjoyed by all who attended 💚

Scarisbrick unit celebrates mental health awareness day. Staff sponsored by Burscough FC to wear their kit ( for wear it green) a bake sale and quiz, all raised over £192 for the Hope street community hub. Heartfelt thanks from therapies for everyone's support and help 💚💚

The OT team on SIPU facilitated a woodland mindfulness walk today. Supporting individuals to be aware of the smells, sounds and sights of the peaceful local woodland and surrounding area 💚💚.

What a fantastic afternoon on Scarisbrick ward, at the ward summer party. We sang and danced the afternoon away. Thanks to the Hope Street community hub for coming and providing karaoke and all the classics on guitar. And home safari for bringing the animals!. What a day!🎸🕺💃

As it's look after your lungs week, Steph the OT on Scarisbrick unit designed and facilitated a 'making positive changes' group. We looked at the effects of smoking on health and hints and tips for trying to reduce smoking, eg) NRT, saving money, and activities.

Steph the OT on SIPU has supported patients to go on the Ormskirk heritage history trail this afternoon. A guided tour around the historic town. Supporting people to engage is something that is of interest to them, accessing the community and doing so in a graded way.

Steph and Pete from the Scarisbrick therapy team. Have been sprucing up the multi faith room on the Scarisbrick unit. The have been in touch and have visited many local churches and have received generous donations for the room. Making it an inclusive space for all.

What a fabulous afternoon at the Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust OT forum 💚 I am feeling very proud to be an Occupational Therapist Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust 💚

Eve our wonderful OT student has been working on informative boards to celebrate Black History month. These boards are available throughout the Scarisbrick unit. Thanks Eve! ☺️

Jo our fabulous healthcare assistant on Scarisbrick ward has been supporting patients to make some fun Halloween treats!. Let the Halloween fun begin!