Criminal Justice Inspection and HMIP have published reports into Hydebank Wood College and Women’s Prison saying, “We are thoroughly impressed by the findings from these two inspections and commend all who have worked hard over many years to achieve these positive outcomes”.

A brilliant way to creatively engage children in exploring emotions. Love the work that's been created! 👏 #mentalhealth #outdoorlearning

Pupils & staff Grandtully Primary took on the challenge of being outside most of the time on our return to school We've made a short video to share our experiences so far as part of the Creative Bravery Collective festival youtu.be/eS6NqLcEhWU #creative_bravery #forestschool #outdoorlearning

“Given how interesting and broad and innovative OT is, it is amazing that people aren’t aware of it” - occupational therapists including Professional Adviser Lauren talk about helping people rebuild their lives during #COVID-19. #ChooseOT ow.ly/uhQn50CdcMt theguardian.com/society/2020/n…

🚨🚨NEW EPISODE 🚨🚨 . Episode 35 – Leading Healthcare In Prison . linktr.ee/otandchill . I am joined by Rachel Gibbs to discuss healthcare provision in the Northern Ireland prison service. . Have a listen and let me hear your thoughts . #JBOT #PrisonOT #JusticeOT

You might hear people say: “that’s just a loaf of bread...” That is PROCESSING SKILLS That is MOTOR SKILLS That is SOCIAL SKILLS That is SENSORY INPUT That is LEARNING That is GRADED CHALLENGE That is ENABLEMENT That is not “just a loaf of bread” That is OCCUPATION #OT #GYWAS

Fantastic opportunities coming up for Band 5 OTs in Healthcare in Prison services - make sure you don’t miss out!

🚨🚨NEW EPISODE 🚨🚨 . Episode 38 – Youth Justice and OT . linktr.ee/otandchill . I am joined by Natalie & Toks O (she/ her/ hers) to discuss their work with young people in the community as part of the youth justice service. We discuss the challenges and opportunities available.

As we grow and develop together in our practice sharing event, we hear from Moira Paterson and ClaireMichelle Forensic MHOT who shares their presentation: ‘Growing and Learning Together’ within their community allotment site Grow & Learn Awards #Horticulture #SkillsSharing #OTweek2021

Wishing lots of luck to the finalists in the #AHANI Award for Digital Innovation Belfast Trust South Eastern Trust - lots of great work to celebrate tonight!

This morning 20 men in our care at Maghaberry are taking part in #belfastcitymarathon within the prison. The specially designed course will coincide with the real event. Many thanks to Gov Magennis, our PE staff and Belfast Met for all their work in organising the event. 1/2

The CFMHT allotment getting off to a good start this season. Excited to have The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) co-facilitating with us this year. #horticulture #forensicmentalhealth

What an Achievement for Forensic AHPs in Scotland - Barron report recommendation 42 - disclosure guidance document is complete and launched at todays Forensic AHP conference! Making the disclosure process clearer! Derek T Barron RMN FQNIS 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Scottish Government Moira Paterson #ForensicAHPConf2023

Delighted to have been able to present our film project at the #ForensicAHPConf2023, I'm so proud of the service users involved in this project and what they've achieved!

Reaping the fruits of our labour #Horticulture #allotment #forensicmentalhealth

What an inspiring session by OT_Nuala sharing the film Stepping Out Staying Out, co-produced by past patients from the Shannon clinic. We would love to co-create something similar in Glasgow! Daniel Gallagher Ashley OT Cheryl McMorris ClaireMichelle Forensic MHOT JulieShaw

The hard work is paying off 🧅🫛 #allotment #horticulture #occupationaltherapy #forensicmentalhealth

An inspiring couple of days in fantastic surroundings at the 10th RCGP, RCN & RCPsych Health & Justice Summit, hearing from some wonderful speakers. Privileged to have presented our Stepping Out, Staying Out film project coproduced with service users & esc films.