"Perhaps the best conversationalist in the world is the man who helps others to talk." ~ John Steinbeck

𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀, 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗼𝗯𝘃𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗽𝗲, 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗽𝗼𝘁. Check in on those around you. #WorldMentalHealthDay | #YouAreNotAlone | Samaritans

Note: we love that you're all really excited about new MP Steve Darling and his guide dog, Jennie, but just a little reminder to add alt text when you're sharing pictures of new MP Steve Darling and his guide dog, Jennie💡 It's easy to do - here's an example!

Check out this graph showcasing the number of practicing occupational therapists in various countries represented by the COTEC Member Associations! 🇩🇪leads the way with an impressive 65,000 dedicated professionals! The total number across all COTEC Members is 213,978!

⚠️How to help a suicidal man: Suicidal thoughts & intentions can happen acutely but often there are days, weeks or months where that man has waves of suicidal ideation (SI). How can you help? By normalising the conversation. Please look after yourself in this 🧵 #ForOurMen

Grief is natural #griefcounseling

Allied health professionals are experts in early intervention, prevention & rehabilitation helping you focus on your abilities & strengths, so you CAN stay connected to your community & live in your own home for as long as possible. Find out more here alzscot.org/ahpresources

In Vancouver to watch @wrexham_afc play tomorrow. Incredibly proud #DeadpoolAndWolverine seems to be bringing millions of people to the theater. Sports and movies bring us together so posting a gentle reminder that none of us are alone. #MaximumEffort John Bell ~ Dadpool

Put simply: If you engage in violent protests, you will face the full force of the law.

Please share! We’re raising money for Boxes of Sunshine ☀️ the #Wrexham charity created in memory of Kirsten (14). Boxes are sent to kids who have chronic illnesses & disabilities across the UK, in the hope of bringing smiles to their faces. Donate 👉 gofund.me/5fb891d7

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay.   We can all help to prevent suicide by starting the conversation and creating a culture of openness, understanding and support.   Remember, it is not always obvious when somebody needs help.

Was encouraged to have a look at blue sky by Keir Harding Very welcoming place and a lot of the people I used to enjoy interacting with on here are over there. I’m hoffiOT on there too. See you over there hopefully

Worth noting that the Digital Voice landline switch over means there could be people in this snowfall without contact due to the power cuts as well. When you are due the switch, ensure if relevant you register as a vulnerable customer.

It's arrived! Looking forward to reading my old work colleague Jason Pandya-Wood new book. Available in your usual book places Met Jason 20 years ago, right at the start of my career. Such a kind hearted, compassionate man who deeply cares about the most vulnerable people in society.

Please find below details for our Christmas fundraiser ❤️

I am leaving Royal College of Occupational Therapists in April. Going back to the NHS!! I'm quite keen to catch up with Welsh based members before I leave. It would be great to hear your views so I can complete a good handover, and we can keep the momentum going for #TeamCymruOT

We need a Welsh Based Royal College of Occupational Therapists member to sit on RCOT council. Wales leads the world in occupational therapy, and we need a strong Welsh voice on council. Is that you??? This is a strategic and important role to help shape the future of RCOT and the profession. Go for it

We have an exciting opportunity up for grabs, to join our team and lead our Policy and Public Affairs work on behalf of the occupational therapy profession in Wales 💚🤩 Find out more here👉rcot.co.uk/learn-about-oc…

Congratulations Wrexham AFC A day of mixed emotions as a Cardiff City fan living in Wrexham. My first Cardiff game was against Wrexham in League Two at Ninian Park. Both clubs have been on quite a journey over the past 26 years. Wonder what the next 26 holds for them both

Erddig parkrun Sat 8th Nov. Occupational Therapy staff and students from the local area will be volunteering, running and walking the parkrun this week to celebrate Occupational Therapy week. Find out more about Occupational Therapy at: rcot.co.uk/righttimeOT