My uni friend Natalie passed away recently and her boys are fundraising for a bench UEA as a place of reflection for all who knew her. Donations kindly appreciated to help make this happen, she was a true gem and brilliant friend. 💚gofund.me/832d455e

It has been an absolute pleasure being the Social Media Officer for the UEA OT society and part of such a lovely committee over the last year! It is such a a passion of mine to promote our wonderful OT profession 🌿✨#ot #OccupationalTherapy #otsociety #socialmedia

I have officially graduated from the University of East Anglia with a BSc in Occupational Therapy with a first class degree with honours at 90%! I have also accepted my first job with a wonderful christian ran charity, working with women in need! ✨#graduate #OccupationalTherapy

Every £1 you pledge up to £250 for our Gateway Women's Centre is being matched. I've pledged my support for this great project – have you? Check it out crowdfunder.co.uk/gateway-womens…

This month we are sending out over 100 newsletters and skin care masks out to our women! Our seasonal newsletter includes updates and what is coming up soon.

Only 43% of people with mental health problems are in employment compared to 75% of the general population #OTsForEquity

Mental Health Awareness Week is the 9th to the 15th May. This year’s theme is loneliness. At Gateway, we create a positive and safe environment where women can make new friendships, and develop social skills and confidence. mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/ment…

Another of my favourite A-level pieces 🤍 #art #people #painting

OT Paint and Sip session with UEA OT Society and @lauraeli2abeth this evening! By applying the Kawa River Model, we reflected on the use of art in previous placements. I may not be the best painter🙈 but will definitely consider utilising art in future practice🎨!

One of the ways you can #BeAnAbleOTUKAlly is to NEVER assume you know what an individual may need because of a label, diagnosis, or disability. Find out that individuals preferences, needs, opinions,wishes and aspirations #DisabilityPrideMonth

Updated NICE Guidelines NG223 - Social, emotional and mental wellbeing in primary and secondary education nice.org.uk/guidance/ng223…

Our Standards of Proficiency are changing. Find out what this means for you, and the key overall differences: hcpc-uk.org/sop-revisions-…

Gateway’s Occupational Therapist ran a Fatigue Management session for the women. The women learned how to protect their energy so that they can do the things they need and wanted to do. They learned how to pace, plan and prioritise through engaging in activities.

Loved hearing more about the @AFNCCF Classroom Wellbeing Toolkit on today's webinar. The tool kit helps people to support students mental health & wellbeing through everyday interactions.

I thought I would start by sharing my OT journey! 1) Graduated from UEA in OT 2) Developed an OT service in a role emerging job in a women's centre 3) Currently helping to set up a new service and OT role for families with youth on the edge of care #liftupyoureveryday #OTweek2022

(1/6) Hi #creativehealth world - creative roOTs is a developing network for #occupationaltherapists interested in #creativehealth. We provide opportunities for training & education, networking, storytelling, research & development and collaboration with the wider movement.