CONFERENCE PROGRAMME Neurological conditions College of Occupational Therapists 39th Annual Conference and Exhibition and Specialist Section – Work Annual Conference 30 June – 2 July 2015 Brighton Centre, Sussex Book online www.cotannualconference.org.uk Tuesday 30 June 2015 11.30 Registration opens 13.15 - 13.45 Briefing for first timers at conference This briefing will help you navigate your way around the conference programme so you can make the most of your time here. Meet Angela Birleson, the Chairman of the Conference Programme Committee (CPC) and other CPC members who will answer your questions about the conference or the exhibition. 14.00 – 15.30 14.00 – 14.05 Opening plenary and Fellowship awards 14.05 – 15.00 Presentation Mental health, mindfulness and meaningful occupation Ruby Wax is a celebrated comedian, writer and mental health campaigner standing up for, and speaking out on, mental illness to reduce the stigma surrounding this condition. Living with this mental health difficulty, which Ruby describes as her “tsunami of all depressions”, she will bring candour and humour to the opening address. 15.00 – 15.05 Introduction to the Fellowship Awards Lord Walton of Detchant, President, College of Occupational Therapists 15.05 – 15.20 Fellowship Awards Citations delivered by Sara Forster, Chairman of Council, College of Occupational Therapists 15.20 – 15.30 Closing address 15.30 – 15.45 Coffee service Opening of conference Julia Scott, Chief Executive, College of Occupational Therapists 15.45 – 17.15 Session 9 Emerging research 9.1 Identifying participation barriers and key intervention targets for an autoimmune disease Hackett K1, Newton J1, Deane K2, Rapley T1, Deary V1, Kolehmainen N1, Ng W-F1 Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK1, University of East Anglia, UK2 9.2 Describing the embedded layers of model -making: emerging findings from a doctoral study Coetzee Z Stellenbosch University, South Africa 9.3 Developing a new, patient reported, Confidence After Stroke Measure (CASM) Horne J, Logan P University of Nottingham, UK Papers [2] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions 9.4 Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) and occupational performance in dementia care Rehling T1, Corr S2, Sixsmith J1, Chard G3 University of Northampton, UK1, Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust, UK2, AMPS UK and Ireland3 17.15-18.30 Exhibition opens. Welcome drinks reception 18.40 – 19.25 Networking meetings British Journal of Occupational Therapy Come along to meet the Editor-in-Chief, Managing Editor, members of the Board and representatives of SAGE, the BJOT Online’s new publisher. Hear about the latest developments and future direction of the journal and share your thoughts on the journal. Post-registration research support opportunities This informal networking meeting provides an opportunity for those considering or already undertaking a post-registration research degree to meet members of the R&D Board and Team. Come along and explore what COT and the Board can do to support you in developing your research career. COTED – Council of Occupational Therapy Education Directors This meeting will be open to all occupational therapy educators attending conference and will provide the opportunity to network and explore common themes and issues pertinent to occupational therapy education. Wednesday 1 July 2015 09.00 – 10.00 Session 14 10.00 – 10.50 Plenary The future direction of occupational therapy post general election Suzanne Rastrick, Chief Allied Health Professions Officer, NHS England is a qualified occupational therapist and high profile advocate for the profession. She was recently a BAOT and COT council member and Chair of the English Board. Suzanne will outline her views about how the general election result will impact on the occupational therapy profession. Social care Keynote address Implementing the Care Act Session 18 Hear the different ways occupational therapists can contribute to the delivery of the Care Act. Speakers include Rachel Seabrook, Occupational Therapist, NRS Healthcare and Richard Hockley, Adult Social Care Occupational Therapist, Essex County Council. Rachel is playing a fundamental role in developing NRS Healthcare’s new Safe+Well™ service and Richard will talk about the work he is doing on assessing the care and support needs of prisoners. Chairing this session is Glen Mason, Director of People, Communities and Local Government, Department of Health. His policy responsibilities include local government policy, workforce policy, informatics, improvement, leadership and the DH's sub-national presence. 10.00 – 10.50 Session 19 CPC session How to write and how to present at conference [3] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions More details to follow 10.00 – 10.50 Session 22 Exhibitor workshop The importance of posture and pressure management in seating Kirton Healthcare Group The majority of the population assume incorrect sitting positions and unfortunately it’s a natural occurrence for the body to slump and change its position regularly. Poor sitting postures and unsuitable seating can develop or exacerbate both physical and medical conditions with far reaching consequences on the quality of life and overall wellbeing. Learning outcomes Appreciate how a well-designed seat helps prevent fatigue and other complaints ensuring the body adopts the most natural posture Learn about the important elements of good seating Be able to identify the causes of poor posture and provide solutions Understand the causes of pressure damage and how to reduce the risk 10.00 – 10.50 Session 23 Exhibitor workshop Using assessment in sensory activities ROMPA and Winslow Resources Learning outcomes Gain a broad understanding of assessment tools used in sensory assessment in order to construct person centred sensory assessments Access a review of the evidence underpinning these assessments Acquire an overview of outcome measures that can be used to compliment these assessments. 10.00 – 10.50 Session 24 Work 11.00 – 11.30 Morning coffee, exhibition and poster viewing 11.30 – 12.20 Session 29 College hosted session 11.30 – 12.20 Session 32 Keynote address Rehabilitation in the workplace Professor Stephen Bevan, Director of the Centre for Workforce Effectiveness, The Work Foundation and an Honorary Professor at Lancaster University will outline his expectations about the work environment meeting rehabilitation requirements and how occupational therapists can enhance the health and wellbeing of people at work. Professor Bevan has a special interest in health and wellbeing at work, the impact of chronic illness and social isolation. Health and social care in Scotland Learn how the integration agenda is being driven in Scotland, and what you can learn for your service and practice, from Gabrielle Stewart, the College’s Policy Officer for Scotland. Exhibitor workshop Let’s demystify dynamic seating! The Kirton Healthcare Group Ellie Burcher, Kirton OT Ambassador will deliver this engaging session looking at some of the myths surrounding specialist seating and the key role for occupational therapists within this [4] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions emerging area. The session will focus on exploring and expelling practitioner concerns in assessing and prescribing complex seating, including identifying accessories, accurate measurement and securing funding. Learning outcomes • Increase your knowledge on how occupational therapy skills can be used within specialist seating • Gain confidence in the assessing and prescribing of complex seating needs • Improve understanding of the clinical input within the seating sector • Heighten your awareness of the factors influencing seating 12.20 – 14.00 Lunch, exhibition and poster viewing 14.00 – 15.10 Session 35 14.00 – 14.55 Plenary The Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture Pushing the boundaries and leading the way Thérèse Jackson, Consultant Occupational Therapist in Stroke, NHS Grampian will be delivering The Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture. Thérèse integrates advanced clinical knowledge and experience with quality clinical leadership, and she is an internationally renowned author and presenter. 14.55 – 15.10 Outgoing President’s Address 15.10 – 15.45 Afternoon tea, exhibition and poster viewing 15.45 – 17.15 Session 38 Neurological practice 38.1 Can Rasch analysis improve the sensitivity of outcome measures in clinical practice? Slade A, Freeman J Plymouth University, UK 38.2 A brain computer interface to support independence and function of people with acquired brain injury living at home Martin S1, Armstrong E2 University of Ulster, UK1, Cedar Foundation, UK2 38.3 Existential loss in the context of Motor Neurone Disease: a hermeneutic phenomenological study Harris D University of Salford, UK Combined papers and seminar Learning outcomes • Describe how contemporary psychometrics can improve outcome measures in practice • Explore the use of brain computer interfaces as an assistive technology for people with acquired brain injury • Examine the application of the hermeneutic phenomenological approach to focus on client's existential loss and concerns Aimed at: All levels [5] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions 15.45 – 16.25 Session 39 Social care Keynote address Workforce changes in adult social care. Are occupational therapists ready, willing and able? Hear how the workforce changes in adult social care in England will require the occupational therapy profession to raise its profile. Hear how Skills for Care can support occupational therapists to become a more visible presence in this sector. Andy Tilden, Director of Sector Development - Skills, Skills for Care will be delivering this session. 15.45 – 16.25 Session 43 Exhibitor workshop Handwriting intervention from posture to pen grip Stabilo This workshop will give practical tips and suggestions to encourage the correct motor skills required for writing, and how it is key to ensure that these skills are learnt so that writing becomes easier and enjoyable. Learning outcome • Get practical advice on how to develop the appropriate physical abilities to write 15.45 – 16.25 Session 44 Exhibitor workshop An introduction to therapeutic night positioning Simple Stuff Works 24 hour postural care is well recognised as a fundamental health need for individuals with complex disabilities who find it difficult to move independently or to change position effectively. There are many others who would also benefit from this simple and effective intervention. This workshop outlines the basic patterns of body shape distortion as determined by the person’s habitual lying posture, specific issues that arise when considering therapeutic night positioning and provides delegates with resources they can begin to use immediately in their practice. Learning outcomes • Find out about the predictable patterns of body shape distortion as determined by habitual lying postures • Learn to use a simple assessment tool to evaluate an individual’s lying posture • Consider the unique challenges posed by the safe and gentle introduction of positioning techniques at night • Access a generic safety checklist that can be used with any person considering therapeutic night positioning 16.30 – 17.15 Session 47 Social care 16.30 – 17.15 Session 48 Exhibitor workshop Keynote address The Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act. What does it mean for occupational therapy? The Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act will be implemented in April 2016. The Act will transform social care services and it cites occupational therapy as an important social care intervention. Ruth Crowder, the College’s Policy Officer for Wales, will explore the implications of the new Act for occupational therapists in health, social care and housing services across Wales. Online therapy empowered by video games Newcastle University This workshop will outline how online therapy using video games delivers upper limb rehabilitation to stroke survivors. It will include a description of a cloud based platform for [6] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions delivery of therapy and remote management of patients, data on patient compliance and outcome and the results of patient interviews regarding the service. Learning outcomes Develop an appreciation of the technology available to support service delivery and patient management for online therapy Consider the potential role of video games in upper limb rehabilitation Understand patients’ views comparing conventional therapy and online therapy. 16.30 – 17.15 Session 49 Exhibitor workshop 17.20 - 18.35 British Association and College of Occupational Therapists Annual General Meeting TBC All members of the British Association of Occupational Therapists are encouraged to attend the AGM to find out what your professional body is doing on your behalf. [7] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions Thursday 2 July 2015 09.00 – 09.45 Session 50 Plenary Latest thinking on dementia Dr Maud Graff, Assistant Professor and Occupational Therapist, Radboud University Medical Center and Department of Rehabilitation & the Scientific Institute for Quality of Healthcare & Radboud Alzheimer Center, The Netherlands; and Dr Jennifer Wenborn, VALID Programme Manager, University College London/North-East London NHS Foundation Trust, will deliver a joint plenary about their latest work on dementia. Maud’s research interests are development, evaluation and implementation of evidence based psychosocial and allied health care interventions, especially occupational therapy, for older people and chronically ill people with cognitive disorders. Jennifer is a researcher, involved in several dementia care research studies. Her main role is managing ‘Valuing Active Life in Dementia’ (VALID), a five year research programme funded by the National Institute of Health Research to investigate community occupational therapy in dementia. 09.55 – 10.40 Session 52 Neurological practice 52.1 Delivering group based upper limb rehabilitation using Nintendo WiiTM following Stroke O’Neill C, Matthews M, Feeney S The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, UK 52.2 The effect of combination treatment of low-frequency rTMS and occupational therapy Matsubara A, Yata K, Kaseda Y, Sakamoto Y Hiroshima City Rehabilitation Hospital, Japan 52.3 Upper limb electrical stimulation and robotic assisted therapy: A feasibility study. van der Walt A The Wellington Hospital, UK Facilitated posters Learning outcomes • Compare a range of contemporary interventions in upper limb rehabilitation • Describe developments in the use of technology in occupational therapy interventions Aimed at: All levels 09.55 – 10.40 Session 60 Work The Ill-treatment of employees with disabilities in British workplaces Ralph Fevre, Professor of Social Research, School of Social Sciences, Cardiff University has conducted research that has produced the evidence that indicates UK workers with ill health and disabilities are being unfairly treated in the workplace. Find out what the causes are of this behaviour and how occupational therapists are well placed to help employers deliver fair and objective treatment of all their staff. [8] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions 10.40 – 11.10 Morning coffee, exhibition and poster viewing 11.10 – 12.40 Session 63 Practice – present and future 63.1 How do driver assessors make fitness-to-drive decisions for older or disabled drivers? Unsworth C1, Harries P2, Davies M2 La Trobe University, Australia1, Brunel University, UK2 63.2 Systematic review: interventions to improve driving ability after neurological impairment Wightman E, Harries P Brunel University, UK 63.3 Fitness-to-drive after mild traumatic brain injury: mapping the trajectory of recovery Baker A1, Unsworth C2, Lannin N3 La Trobe University, Australia1, Curtin University, Australia2, Alfred Health, Australia3 63.4 Determining fitness-to-drive following stroke using the OT-DORA Battery Unsworth C1, Lovell R1, Lannin N2, Baker A3 La Trobe University, Australia1, Alfred Health, Australia2, La Trobe University, Australia3 Papers Learning outcomes • Describe the various approaches to driver assessment and rehabilitation • Compare these approaches and their effectiveness in driver rehabilitation • Select strategies for application to own practice Aimed at: All levels 11.10 – 12.40 Session 65 College hosted session 11.40 – 12.40 Session 74 Work Preventing small problems from becoming BIG problems. The benefits of having an occupational therapy trade union representative in your department and/or workplace BAOT and UNISON are experienced at helping members to resolve work-related difficulties at an early stage, before they are allowed to develop into potentially serious problems. This approach delivers real and positive outcomes for employers and staff. This session will explore the benefits to managers and staff of having an occupational therapy trade union representative in every workplace. Seminar/Keynote address Is work the most important outcome of Traumatic Brain Injury vocational rehabilitation? Phillips J, Holmes J, Auton M, Radford K University of Nottingham Learning outcome • Identify important primary outcomes from the perspective of people with new TBI (NTBI), people late after TBI (LTBI), service providers and employers. Keynote address State of the nation address (working title) Jain Holmes, NEC member, College of Occupational Therapists Specialist Section - Work [9] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions 12.40 – 14.00 Lunch, exhibition and poster viewing 14.00 – 15.30 Session 79 College hosted session 14.00 – 15.30 Session 81 Neurological practice Influence the next generation of occupational therapists and shape the future of your profession Play a key role in educating the next generation of occupational therapists, and in the process, stay on top of your profession, by becoming a Practice Placement Educator. In this coveted role, not only will you meet the HCPC standards for CPD, you will feel a huge sense of achievement in helping today’s students become tomorrow’s graduates. This collegehosted session will give you all the information you need, to begin this journey. Led by Caroline Grant, the College’s Education Officer – QA and Guidance Interactive workshop Developing cognitive rehabilitation services on a brain computer interface for people with Acquired Brain Injury Martin S1, Armstrong E2, Daly J2 University of Ulster, UK1, Cedar Foundation, UK2 Learning outcomes • Develop an understanding of brain computer interfaces as an assistive technology for people with acquired brain injury • Explore a therapist station and cognitive rehab tasks available to people with acquired brain injury Aimed at: All levels 14.00 – 14.40 Specialist Section - Work Session 84 14.45 – 15.30 Session 87 Keynote address The contribution of occupational therapy to vocational rehabilitation Dr Jean McQueen, AHP Consultant in mental health and forensic mental health, Scottish Government will encourage delegates to recognise the unique contribution they can make to support people with mental health illness to work. Dr McQueen will demonstrate how to articulate the benefit of occupational therapy to service users and employers and will also outline how far sighted employers are enjoying the business advantages of engaging with vocational rehabilitation programmes. Work Interactive workshop Turning academic research into practice guidelines; is it a well-trodden path? The Specialist Section Work’s journey. McBean J Juliet McBean Independent OT Learning outcome Contribute to the evidence based practice and R&D outcomes of occupational therapy and work [10] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions 15.35 – 16.00 Session 88 Closing plenary 16.00 – 16.10 Grab and go coffee and close of conference “What have you got to do this week?” Karin Turner was in a car accident in 2008, which left this successful ambitious 30 year with mild brain injury. Initially after the accident she struggled to get help she needed to recover and rehabilitate. Then she met two OTs who understood her end goal was to get back to work and managed a recovery and rehabilitation programme that made returning to work a reality. Hear from Karin how and why occupational therapy changed her life. [11] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions Innovative technology Innovative technology is on display throughout Conference, and provides an opportunity to see demonstrations of equipment and materials designed and produced by presenters: IT1 Upper limb rehabilitation: positive dose response relationship for therapeutic video games Eyre J, Lambden C, Morgan G, Shi J, Serradilla J, Scott M Newcastle University, UK IT2 Implementing integrated community working to deliver assistive technology in Oxfordshire McDermott T, Tait V Oxfordshire County Council, UK IT3 Enabling and engaging students within an e-learning environment using Wordpress Gray F, Head J Canterbury Christ Church University, UK Posters Visit the ROMPA and Winslow Resources Poster Viewing area to see posters displaying examples of best practice and innovations being applied by occupational therapists: P1 Implementation of an occupational therapy led clinic for chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy Cameron J NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, UK P2 Allied health profession intervention at front door services – a future model Watson L NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, UK P3 Evaluation of developmental dance programmes as OT intervention for children with autism Boes C1, Golding A2 Cardiff University, UK1, Trinity Laban Conservatoire, UK2 P4 Making a difference in antenatal well-being: a scoping review Maris-Shaw S London Southbank University, UK P5 Introducing and implementing paediatric occupational therapy in Nepal: the challenges and outcomes McKenna M1, O’Neill A2 North West London Hospital NHS Trust, UK1, Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Trust, UK2 P6 Exploring the concept of enablement: the perspectives of people with dementia Dawson S1, Chung P2, McMillan Z1 Medway Council, UK1, Canterbury Christchurch University, UK2 P7 Social and therapeutic horticulture promotes wellbeing for people with dementia at home Derrett A, Quick L, Melton J [12] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions 2gether NHS Foundation Trust, UK P8 Occupational therapists’ use of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy in dementia care Rehling T1, Corr S2, Sixsmith J1, Chard G3 University of Northampton, UK1, Leicester Partnership NHS Trust, UK2, AMPS UK and Ireland3 P9 Dementia champion project – intervention at the front door Watson L NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, UK P10 Challenges in accessing hard to reach populations via gatekeepers for research Wheatley S Brighton University, UK P11 Rehabilitation despite diagnosis Vickerstaff L Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK P12 Introducing a recovery model in a child and adolescent secure mental health hospital Omoyele C Bluebird House, Southern Health, UK P13 What supports social participation in people with communication disorders: a rapid review Faulkner E, Tune K Oxford Brookes University, UK P14 Using Writing as Therapy development: UWaT: finding out how ‘Me’ works Cooper P, McGilloway K, Garrod H Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, UK P15 Extended working hours model for occupational therapy service on acute mental health wards Davies L Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, UK P16 Cognitive Stimulation Therapy: theory vs practice. The Fife mental health occupational therapy experience Hogg G NHS Fife, UK P17 Impact of sensory modulation on participation in people with severe mental illness Lipskaya-Velikovsky L1, Haim-Litevsky D2, Tadmor I2, Lederer S2 Tel Aviv University, Israel1, Beer-Ya'akov-Ness-Ziona-Maban Mental Health Center, Israel2 P18 The same but different. Supporting adults with Asperger’s in a mental health service Munro S, Hart H NHS Tayside, UK P19 Pre-operative occupational therapy telephone clinic assist reducing length of stay for elective neurosurgery patients Hardy S University College NHS Foundation Trust, UK [13] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions P20 P21 The driving project: signposting therapists and service users in a neurological setting Paddock K, Bashton D The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, UK The changing role of occupational therapy services: a scoping study Fillingham J1, Pryce F1, Hughes J2 Staffordshire and Stoke on Trent Partnership NHS Trust, UK1, Personal Social Services Research Unit (PSSRU), University of Manchester, UK2 P22 Embedding organisational values into practice within an occupational therapy service Muir I, Crichton S NHS Lothian, UK P24 Introducing an outcome measure in an acute hospital setting Leonard A, Lee K Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, UK P25 Sharing the experience of undertaking an occupational therapy internship Chapman C Alzheimer Scotland, UK P26 ‘Generation Y’ students’ preference for lecture and on-line learning. A systematic review Hills C1, Levett-Jones T2, Lapkin S3 National University of Ireland, Ireland1, University of Newcastle, UK2, Central Queensland University, Australia3 P27 Student experiences of occupational therapy education in a non-commissioned programme with continuous part time practice education Thomas Y, Blank A, Double A, O’Brien J University of Worcester, UK P28 Exploring the experience of receiving a mental health diagnosis Burchett N Cardiff Metropolitan University, UK P29 Improving sleep hygiene to increase function within mental health services Hicks M Cambian Group, UK P30 How the seven senses enable a therapeutic inpatient milieu in child and adolescent service Youngs E Cambian Group, UK P31 Wellbeing through activity: implementing the COT toolkit in Nottinghamshire Blair S, Hutton E Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust, UK P32 Occupational therapy: co-creation for child health, early intervention and health literacy Whelan E, Anderson K, Mitchell D Robert Gordon University, UK P33 Service transformation through integration: specialist seating model for children Jones C1, Underhill M2, Baylis M2 [14] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions Birmingham City Council, UK1, Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Trust, UK2 P34 P35 Developing a multidisciplinary environmental assessment for children with challenging behaviour Sims T, Morden B, Routledge S, Cleaver J, Prowse E, Garbett S, Chisholm T Brighton & Hove City Council, UK What do people with early-stage dementia identify as meaningful therapy goals? Evans S1, Pool J2, Besso E3, Cunnane H4, Freestone C5, Gerbase S6, Hart I7, Lawrence C8, Simkin Z9, Kudlicka A8 National Institute for Social Care and Health Research Clinical Research Centre, UK1, Jackie Pool Associates Ltd, UK2, Manchester Mental Health & Social Care NHS Trust, UK3, Bradford University, UK4, Cardiff University, UK5, Kings College London, UK6, Research Institute for Care of Older People, UK7, Bangor University, UK8, Manchester University, UK9 P36 Prioritising risk in dementia: using the SPECAL Method in person-centred risk management Pearce S Contented Dementia Trust, UK P37 Making a difference through training, for people with a dementia, by exploring emotions Wheeler D Hertfordshire County Council, UK P39 Bridging the gap between Children Services and Adult Services – improving transition and independent living skills of individuals with learning disabilities Brown T, Gywnne E, Chadwick C Dorset Healthcare University Foundation Trust, UK P40 Sensing your sensory O'Connell J, Vickerstaff R St Andrew, UK P41 Supervision in the context of a non-traditional placement in the voluntary sector Rhodes C, Warburton B Sheffield Hallam University, UK P42 Healthy eating group: improving and educating diet choices within a male mental health setting Armstrong S Cambian Group, UK P43 Meeting the physical health needs of mental health service users Beanlands C London Southbank University, UK P44 ‘I’m not unique, it’s happening every day, there’s thousands of us’. The lived experience of a mother bereaved by a road crash Revell C Lancashire Care Foundation Trust, UK P45 Not just about the movement - social cognition in Huntington's disease Fisher A1, Rickards H2, Eddy C2 University of Birmingham, UK1, The Barberry, National Centre for Mental Health, UK2 [15] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions P46 Celebrating 10 years of the APPLE Scheme Grant C College of Occupational Therapists, UK P47 Current occupational therapy practice in supporting people with obesity and bariatric needs Spring H, Howlett F York St John University, UK P48 A qualitative study of the needs of CBR programmes in Jordan Darawsheh W The University of Jordan, Jordan P50 Occupational therapy student perspectives of undergraduate education in manual handling Birrell M, Wilby H The University of Cumbria, UK P51 Inclusive education in occupational therapy: how could we make a difference? Collins B Bournemouth University, UK P52 ‘Once upon a practical exam’ a collaborative forum theatre project in OT education McGinley S-L, Wilson J, Bracher M, Grisbrooke J University of Southampton, UK P53 Development and assessment of a metaphor for teaching occupational therapy theory Rihtman T, Frowen T, Rose E, Booth J, O’Neill S, Porter J Coventry University, UK P54 Making a difference for those within a specialist autism and complex needs service Pope J The Huntercombe Group, UK P55 Fatigue management in Multiple Sclerosis Sedek S, Frater T Brunel University, UK P56 Craft in contemporary occupational therapy: a practical rag rug von Kurthy H University of Brighton, UK P59 Occupational therapy intervention using 'Patient Diaries' to evaluate early symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in patients following admission to intensive care Bettany C Glenfield Hospital, UK P60 Myth or reality? Addressing the spirituality of children with physical disabilities Harrison L, Cox D, Wilby H, Marrow C University of Cumbria, UK P62 Informing and supporting care givers Beal J, Kobelis E Cygnet Hospital, UK [16] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions P63 COT Endorsement; raising standards Grant C College of Occupational Therapists, UK P65 Screening tool for classroom attention and on-task behaviour: a literature based study Logannathan S Coventry University, UK P66 Developing a local multi-agency protocol for supporting parents with learning disabilities Taylor-Wade B Dorset Healthcare University Foundation NHS Trust, UK P67 The use of mobile technology to improve equipment ordering in a community rehabilitation team Bell H NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, UK P68 ‘Get moving Redcar & Cleveland’ encouraging active transport: a role emerging placement Hill C, Elliot S Teesside University, UK P69 Peer Support Groups; maintaining and creating meaningful roles/occupations in society Butt E, Levins K, Hodge E Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust, UK P70 Evaluating capacity for community living: performance assessment of self-care skills Chisholm D, Toto P, Raina K, Holm M, Rogers J University of Pittsburgh, USA P71 How do we, as occupational therapists, meet our Blue Badge service users' expectations in a challenging and changing local government environment? Dade R, Hurcomb E Kent County Council, UK P72 Creating the resources to support role-emerging student placements in Alzheimer Scotland Chapman C1, Maclean F2, Hunter E1 Alzheimer Scotland, UK1, Queen Margaret University, UK2 P73 Using the Model of Human Occupation to identify conceptual needs within an EIS caseload Parsonage J, McDonald K CNWL NHS Foundation Trust, UK P74 The role of the occupational therapist in the prevention and management of pressure ulcers Stuart L UCL Partners, UK P75 Social participation and friendship among school-aged children with disabilities Massey J, Bedell G, Hardy S, Luo X, Liu C, Vanderclock P, Gilmore S Boston School of Occupational Therapy, Tufts University, USA P76 Using technology to connect to people living with dementia Hunter E Alzheimer Scotland, UK [17] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions P77 Improving patient experience through meaningful activity for people with dementia Lediard C University Hospitals Leicester, UK P79 Piloting a mental health intervention to increase participation in everyday life Parkinson S1, Birken M2, Morley M2, Patel T3 Freelance MOHO training, UK1, South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust, UK2, Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust, UK3 P80 Far from home: understanding the impact of hospital environments on stroke rehabilitation Martin-Saez M Cambridge University Hospital, UK P81 Evaluating the use of outcome measures for patients in a neurological community team Roe M Nottingham University Hospitals, UK P84 What do BAOT members want from their regional group? A reflective analysis McGinley S, Guest J, Power K SE BAOT Regional Group Committee, UK P85 Striking a balance: meeting the diverse needs of male older adults in a medium secure unit Dale M, Marshall L St Andrew's Healthcare, UK P86 The remotivation process as a multi-disciplinary ward intervention Pienaar L South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, UK P87 How should occupational therapy respond to widening participation strategy? Collins B Bournemouth University, UK P88 e-CPD: a practical online approach Humphries R, Burgess S University of Derby, UK P89 The teaching of sight loss within an educational environment Parker J, Peterson C London Southbank University, UK P90 Exploring the development and impact of vocational and real work opportunities in a medium secure environment Lang A Stockton Hall Hospital, UK P91 Handwriting intervention approaches for typically developing elementary-school children Ong L, McDermott J Glasgow Caledonian University , UK P92 Using art in occupational therapy reduces stigma, promotes recovery and social inclusion Booth R [18] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust, UK P93 HIV & AIDS: the stigma. Impact upon occupational performance of the over 50s in the UK McCarthy E, Kerr A University of Derby, UK P94 Assistive technology makes a difference: integrated competency approaches in practice Tyrell E, Wheeler D Hertfordshire County Council, UK P95 A new and exciting way to APPLE reaccreditation Bradley H University of Derby, UK P96 Evaluating the observed practice process on occupational therapists’ practice Morley M, Smith J, Birken M South West London & St George's Mental Health NHS Trust, UK P97 Raising the quality of activity in care homes – the journey from commissioning to delivery Biggam A1, Widdowson L2 Southern Derbyshire CCG, UK1, Derbyshire Community Health Services, UK2 P98 – How to use the Australian Therapy Outcome Measures for Occupational Therapy (AusTOMs OT) Unsworth C La Trobe University, Australia P99 Applying occupational therapy principles: transport of children between home and school Howell E, Jones C Birmingham City Council, UK P100 Developing a comprehensive children and adolescent mental health service Roberts S NTW, UK P101 Battle and control: conceptualising diabetes through metaphor Youngson A, Wilby H, Cole F, Cox D University of Cumbria, UK P102 Achieving successful publication in the British Journal of Occupational Therapy Craik C Brunel University, UK P103 An exploration of what occupational identity means to occupational practice Harrison L, Cole F, Wright B University of Cumbria, UK P105 Rambling on: exploring the complexities of walking as a meaningful activity Scott K University of Brighton, UK P106 Sensory integration groups: perceived impact on young people with learning disabilities Harland A, Swarbrick C, Haines D [19] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions University of Brighton, UK P107 An occupational perspective to designing healthier and more productive lives Beal J, Kobelis E Cygnet Health Care, UK P109 When does routine work activity become Continuing Professional Development? Hearle D1, Morris R2, Lawson S2 Cardiff University, UK1, Cheshire West and Chester Council, UK2 P110 A poster roadshow showcasing AHPs integration, sharing and excellence Christian-Edwards R1, Taylor C2, Slate D1, Hardy K1, McCulloch L1 Dorset Healthcare NHS University Foundation Trust, UK1, Bournemouth University, UK2, P111 Enabling organisational change: insights gained in pursuing an emerging role Naumetz L Appleby College, Canada P112 Education classes: do they make a difference? Puttock F Dorset County Hospital, UK P113 Goal-oriented cognitive rehabilitation: improving the experience of dementia Johns R1, Page P2, Pool J3, Besso E4, Evans S2, Green J5, Tranah A6, Clare L7 Birmingham and Solihull NHS Foundation Trust, UK1, Research Institute for the Care of Older People (RICE), UK2, Jackie Pool Associates Ltd, UK3, Manchester Mental Health and Social Care NHS Trust, UK4, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board ,UK5, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, UK6, Bangor University, UK7 P114 The lived experience of multiple limb loss following meningococcal septicaemia Scott S Bournemouth University, UK P115 Creating a caring garden: the added value of occupational therapy Alty B, Langfield C South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, UK P116 Exploring current and potential contribution to research capacity development by early career 1st class (Hons) occupational therapists Higginson M University of Liverpool, UK P117 Entrepreneurship: enhancing employability, making social impact. A journey; classroom to practice Kerr A1, Bradley N2, Benton L2, Hackett J1, Daniels N1 University of Derby, UK1, BODY, UK2 P118 Food activities and the maintenance of occupational identities in later life Plastow N1, Atwal A2 Stellenbosch University, South Africa1, Brunel University, UK2 P119 Off to a flying start – the benefits and challenges of completing Flying Start Howard A, Arnott J [20] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions NHS Fife, UK P120 A therapist led clinic for patients with a potential diagnosis of carpal tunnel syndrome Mackay C1, Morris J1, Peter A2 NHS Tayside, UK1, Queen Margaret’s University, UK2 P121 Developing a service for self-funding service users Seabrook R, Walker A NRS Healthcare, UK P122 User-driven design of a comfort room in an inpatient adolescent unit Fenn A, George C South London and Maudsley NHS Trust, UK P123 The ‘ideal’ occupational therapy service for children with developmental coordination disorder Gadsby N, Rihtman T Coventry University, UK Making a difference in dementia research Hooper E1, Talbot E2, Winson R3 Lancashire Care NHS Foundation Trust, UK1, Norfolk and Suffolk Foundation Trust, UK2, Cambridge Community Services, UK3 P124 P125 Promoting carer engagement in dementia care; a multidisciplinary initiative Steel C, Dodds A, Hood B NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde, UK P126 Remotivating Jennie; a client with a personality disorder and learning disability Plater A, Frater T Brunel University, UK P127 ‘Recovery and social inclusion approach in an acute mental Health Hospital’ Currey S, Horrocks K Lancashire Care Foundation Trust, UK P128 Using the local community to facilitate rehabilitation for mental health inpatients McCarthy H Cambian Group, UK P129 Community football: occupational engagement to enhance physical, social and mental health Muldoon K Cambian Group, UK P130 Making a difference – Continued Professional Development Clampin A Coventry University, UK P132 Collaboration aiming to build occupational therapy research in technology (CABOT) Evans L, Cudd P Sheffield Teaching Hospital Foundation Trust, UK [21] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions P133 Where there is no physiotherapist: a reflection on professional role boundaries in a developing context Foo W Brunel University, UK P134 Service user and carer involvement in an occupational therapy curriculum Fraser D Teesside University, UK P135 Using software to create handouts for reablement and service users’ views on the handout Goodland W, Butler V Disabled Living Foundation, UK P136 The preceptorship river: from rookie occupational therapists to confident practitioner in 12 reflections Kilner A Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, UK P137 An evaluation of using occupation as a medium for staff development Levins K Lancashire Care Foundation Trust, UK The views of occupational therapy lecturers on the contemporary factors shaping the professional identities of occupational therapists O'Shea J Coventry University, UK P138 P139 Occupational therapist perspectives on the potential of performance profiling in practice Perryman M, Morris K University of Cumbria, UK P140 Seashells, soap and sight-seeing. Dignity through activity in an acute physical hospital Bartlett S1, Ede J2, Hayes N1, Mazhindu D3 Kings College Hospital, UK1, Age Exchange, UK2, Bucks New University, UK3 P141 Pilot study reviewing effectiveness of occupational therapy within an Acute Care of the Elderly (ACE) unit Kirby M, Compton C, Stiglich L SEQOL, UK P142 A service audit of the impact of stair-lifts on the lives of Scottish service users McMinn S, McMinn D Bon Accord Care, UK P143 Collaborating, promoting and influencing to secure the future of the profession Brown T1, Hackett J1, Baxter T2, Griffiths S3 University of Derby, UK1, Sheffield Hallam University, UK2, University of Northampton, UK3 P145 Exploring the meaning of hill walking: an occupational science perspective Gorton S1, Cole F2 Harvey House Ltd, UK1, University of Cumbria, UK2 P146 Making a difference in cancer rehabilitation: findings from an integrative review Wilkinson W [22] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board, UK P147 Occupational therapy- promoting awareness of hate crime, human trafficking and modern slavery - a pilot project Wyn Roberts G Cardiff University, UK P148 Collaborating with service users in developing communication and compassionate values O'Neill S Coventry University, UK P149 Mapping resources to provide a robust support system for OTs in Acute Services in NHSGGC Grove M, Reilly A NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde, UK P150 Finger position alters the median nerve properties within the Carpal Tunnel: a pre-post MRI comparison study Nadar M Kuwait University, Kuwait P151 OT to All: setting up an organisation to link occupational therapy to marginalised groups Chapman H OT to All, UK Achieving optimal therapeutic environment. Locked door rehabilitation Jordan M Cambian Group, UK P152 P153 Using the Vona du Toit Model of Creative Ability to make a difference in mental health practice Plastow N, Coetzee Z, De Vos Z, Lotter M, Engelbrecht S, Maharaj S Stellenbosch University, South Africa P154 Using a “Dragons’ Den” to encourage innovation Taylor C1, Christian Edwards R2, Kinsella J2, Hardy K2 Bournemouth University, UK1, Dorset health Care University Foundation Trust, UK2 P157 Discharge decision making for older people from a hospital short stay unit – a research proposal Rule A1, 2, Bridges J2, Adams J2 Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust, UK1, University of Southampton, UK2 P158 Process evaluations alongside neurological rehabilitation research: a systematic review Masterson-Algar P1, Burton C1, Rycroft Malone J1, Walker M2, Sackley C3 Bangor University, UK1, University of Nottingham, UK2, University of East Anglia, UK3 P159 How does the attendance of a community-owned craft group benefit the wellbeing of members? Diamond J, Gordon I Coventry University, UK [23] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions Facilitated posters The following posters will also feature in the facilitated poster sessions as brief oral presentations. The number in the brackets refers to the session numbers: Facilitated posters, session 12 FP1 (12.1) An occupation focus to risk assessment and management Beal J, Kobelis E Cygnet Health Care, UK FP2 (12.2) Researching wellbeing in a woodland: participant and researcher occupational engagement Cole F, Christie M University of Cumbria, UK FP3 (12.3) Caring for carers Davidovic E NHS Fife, UK FP4 (12.4) Independent living: for life, not just for rehabilitation Meghjee F1, Kaur A2, Rawson H1, Cartwright L1 Cambian Group, UK1, Birmingham & Solihull Mental Health Trust, UK2 Facilitated posters, session 20 FP5 (20.1) Therapeutic horse riding for children with autism Thomson S, Anderson K, Morrison S Robert Gordon University, UK FP6 (20.2) Community leisure participation for children with physical disabilities and their family Hay J, Anderson K, Wood M Robert Gordon University, UK FP7 (20.3) Parents’ views of smart technology to aid occupational performance of autistic children Frankowska D, Wilby H University of Cumbria, UK FP8 (20.4) Developing the role of occupational therapy in inclusive education in Pakistan Kramer-Roy D Brunel University London, UK Facilitated posters, session 31 FP9 (31.1) From "assess to discharge" to "discharge to assess": What a difference a year makes! Barnett D Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, UK FP10 (31.2) A winter weekend therapy service on a short stay older peoples’ ward: improving patient flow [24] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions Lord-Vince H, Williams R, Cunnell C Ipswich Hospital NHS Trust, UK FP 11 (31.3) Increasing awareness and take up of electronic aids by providing a library of such devices Hansen R Disabled Living Foundation, UK Facilitated posters, session 52 FP12 (52.1) Delivering group based upper limb rehabilitation using Nintendo WiiTM following Stroke O’Neill C, Matthews M, Feeney S The National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, UK FP13 (52.2) The effect of combination treatment of low-frequency rTMS and occupational therapy Matsubara A, Yata K, Kaseda Y, Sakamoto Y Hiroshima City Rehabilitation Hospital, Japan FP14 (52.3) Upper limb electrical stimulation and robotic assisted therapy: A feasibility study van der Walt A The Wellington Hospital, UK [25] Abstracts in blue text have research ethics approval Neurological conditions