Sue Parkinson
@mohospark.bsky.social
OT & MOHO geek/writer - MOHOST, MOHO-ExpLOR, Recovery through Activity, A guide to the formulation of plans & goals in OT - she/her
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Sue Parkinson
@mohospark.bsky.social
· Nov 23
Mostly posting about concepts related to the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO), MOHO tools, 'Recovery through Activity' topics, Occupational Formulation and measurable occupational goals.
Retired from OT training but I can pass on details of current trainers if OTs DM me.
Retired from OT training but I can pass on details of current trainers if OTs DM me.
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Okay, here we go.
Health & care staff are no longer allowed a Covid booster, but they're still expected to look after COVID+ patients.
NHS/govt is reneging on its duty of care. Staff will become unwell, and patients too will suffer.
You know what to do
👇✍️
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Health & care staff are no longer allowed a Covid booster, but they're still expected to look after COVID+ patients.
NHS/govt is reneging on its duty of care. Staff will become unwell, and patients too will suffer.
You know what to do
👇✍️
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
November 28, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Okay, here we go.
Health & care staff are no longer allowed a Covid booster, but they're still expected to look after COVID+ patients.
NHS/govt is reneging on its duty of care. Staff will become unwell, and patients too will suffer.
You know what to do
👇✍️
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
Health & care staff are no longer allowed a Covid booster, but they're still expected to look after COVID+ patients.
NHS/govt is reneging on its duty of care. Staff will become unwell, and patients too will suffer.
You know what to do
👇✍️
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/74...
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A big thanks to Pasna Sallis WeekdayWow Factor, Lisa Westhorpe Sport for Confidence, Ali Leigh & everyone else at #theotshow championing the role OT's have in getting people moving. We had a full house, with more unable to get in. We hate to disappoint so watch out for our webinars coming soon 💚
November 27, 2025 at 3:33 PM
A big thanks to Pasna Sallis WeekdayWow Factor, Lisa Westhorpe Sport for Confidence, Ali Leigh & everyone else at #theotshow championing the role OT's have in getting people moving. We had a full house, with more unable to get in. We hate to disappoint so watch out for our webinars coming soon 💚
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Super excited to share this opportunity for a funded PhD here at University of Southampton
www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
Investigating resilience in nature connectedness and wellbeing in chronic illness, using mixed-methods at University of Southampton on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - Investigating resilience in nature connectedness and wellbeing in chronic illness, using mixed-methods at University of Southampton, listed on FindAPhD.com
www.findaphd.com
November 28, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Super excited to share this opportunity for a funded PhD here at University of Southampton
www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
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Phonecall with horticultural therapist this morning re obtaining funding to design sensory gardens in our secure unit, and spent the afternoon finding evidence for nature based groups. We are getting somewhere
#Ecotherapy #Horticulture #ForensicOT
#Ecotherapy #Horticulture #ForensicOT
November 28, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Phonecall with horticultural therapist this morning re obtaining funding to design sensory gardens in our secure unit, and spent the afternoon finding evidence for nature based groups. We are getting somewhere
#Ecotherapy #Horticulture #ForensicOT
#Ecotherapy #Horticulture #ForensicOT
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We see the challenges our members in Higher Education are facing and we stand with you.
Redundancies and job insecurity threaten the future of occupational therapy education and research.
Read our full statement and find out how to get support: https://loom.ly/Oz5qxak
Redundancies and job insecurity threaten the future of occupational therapy education and research.
Read our full statement and find out how to get support: https://loom.ly/Oz5qxak
November 28, 2025 at 10:55 AM
We see the challenges our members in Higher Education are facing and we stand with you.
Redundancies and job insecurity threaten the future of occupational therapy education and research.
Read our full statement and find out how to get support: https://loom.ly/Oz5qxak
Redundancies and job insecurity threaten the future of occupational therapy education and research.
Read our full statement and find out how to get support: https://loom.ly/Oz5qxak
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I am grateful for all the OTPs who come together in community to support, teach, encourage, & share with other OTPs. Through our community we are able to show up in our schools to help children learn, play, & grow in their roles as a students. #occupationaltherapy #schoolbasedot
November 28, 2025 at 12:09 AM
I am grateful for all the OTPs who come together in community to support, teach, encourage, & share with other OTPs. Through our community we are able to show up in our schools to help children learn, play, & grow in their roles as a students. #occupationaltherapy #schoolbasedot
Goodness me - you can really hear the emotion in my voice.
It was so lovely to be with the occupational therapists, and I was grateful for the opportunity to represent Occupational Therapy, but I've never felt so uncomfortable.
It was so lovely to be with the occupational therapists, and I was grateful for the opportunity to represent Occupational Therapy, but I've never felt so uncomfortable.
A beautiful @derbyuni.bsky.social graduation day with #OccupationalTherapy at its' heart 🎓💚 Congratulations to all our grads and to the fabulous @mohospark.bsky.social
My students graduating & my nominee, @mohospark.bsky.social, receiving an honorary doctorate (about 41 mins in).
youtu.be/Qx1EN_IAp6w?...
youtu.be/Qx1EN_IAp6w?...
November 27, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Goodness me - you can really hear the emotion in my voice.
It was so lovely to be with the occupational therapists, and I was grateful for the opportunity to represent Occupational Therapy, but I've never felt so uncomfortable.
It was so lovely to be with the occupational therapists, and I was grateful for the opportunity to represent Occupational Therapy, but I've never felt so uncomfortable.
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Join us on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for the 2026 UW Occupational Therapy Forum: Bridging Research and Practice.
Register and read more: rehab.washington.edu/news-and-eve...
Register and read more: rehab.washington.edu/news-and-eve...
November 24, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Join us on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for the 2026 UW Occupational Therapy Forum: Bridging Research and Practice.
Register and read more: rehab.washington.edu/news-and-eve...
Register and read more: rehab.washington.edu/news-and-eve...
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On Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., the OT division is organizing the OT Student and Alumni Mixer at the UW Waterfront Activities Center (WAC), 3710 Montlake Blvd. NE. (Image: The Master of Occupational Therapy graduates of 2024.)
RSVP and read more: ow.ly/PSpC50Xw25J
RSVP and read more: ow.ly/PSpC50Xw25J
November 24, 2025 at 5:25 PM
On Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., the OT division is organizing the OT Student and Alumni Mixer at the UW Waterfront Activities Center (WAC), 3710 Montlake Blvd. NE. (Image: The Master of Occupational Therapy graduates of 2024.)
RSVP and read more: ow.ly/PSpC50Xw25J
RSVP and read more: ow.ly/PSpC50Xw25J
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Congratulations to Amy Baldock (left) and Leah Goodison (right), who both graduated this month from Sheffield Hallam University after completing their occupational therapy degree apprenticeships with us here at DCHS! 🎓
Well done to you both! ⭐
#TeamDCHS
Well done to you both! ⭐
#TeamDCHS
November 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Congratulations to Amy Baldock (left) and Leah Goodison (right), who both graduated this month from Sheffield Hallam University after completing their occupational therapy degree apprenticeships with us here at DCHS! 🎓
Well done to you both! ⭐
#TeamDCHS
Well done to you both! ⭐
#TeamDCHS
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We’re at the OT Show – come and see us!
📍 Stand B40
Chat with us about how RCOT supports you and your practice and catch our sessions on tech, professional growth and influencing housing policy.
We’d love to hear from you. 💚
📍 Stand B40
Chat with us about how RCOT supports you and your practice and catch our sessions on tech, professional growth and influencing housing policy.
We’d love to hear from you. 💚
November 26, 2025 at 9:41 AM
We’re at the OT Show – come and see us!
📍 Stand B40
Chat with us about how RCOT supports you and your practice and catch our sessions on tech, professional growth and influencing housing policy.
We’d love to hear from you. 💚
📍 Stand B40
Chat with us about how RCOT supports you and your practice and catch our sessions on tech, professional growth and influencing housing policy.
We’d love to hear from you. 💚
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A Barnett @obupsychology.bsky.social @obu-hst-research.bsky.social & colleague:
The perspectives of parents/carers on a new parental education Occupational Therapy Intervention
Pre-publication manuscript free to read
#brookes #oa
radar.brookes.ac.uk/radar/items/...
The perspectives of parents/carers on a new parental education Occupational Therapy Intervention
Pre-publication manuscript free to read
#brookes #oa
radar.brookes.ac.uk/radar/items/...
radar.brookes.ac.uk
November 26, 2025 at 11:02 AM
A Barnett @obupsychology.bsky.social @obu-hst-research.bsky.social & colleague:
The perspectives of parents/carers on a new parental education Occupational Therapy Intervention
Pre-publication manuscript free to read
#brookes #oa
radar.brookes.ac.uk/radar/items/...
The perspectives of parents/carers on a new parental education Occupational Therapy Intervention
Pre-publication manuscript free to read
#brookes #oa
radar.brookes.ac.uk/radar/items/...
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We've had an amazing response to our conference on Jan 14th 2026 - 190 booked on so far!
Places are limited so please secure your FREE event ticket now!
https://UOSOTC26.eventbrite.co.uk
#SalfordUniOT #UOSOTC26 #FreeCPD
Places are limited so please secure your FREE event ticket now!
https://UOSOTC26.eventbrite.co.uk
#SalfordUniOT #UOSOTC26 #FreeCPD
November 26, 2025 at 7:26 AM
We've had an amazing response to our conference on Jan 14th 2026 - 190 booked on so far!
Places are limited so please secure your FREE event ticket now!
https://UOSOTC26.eventbrite.co.uk
#SalfordUniOT #UOSOTC26 #FreeCPD
Places are limited so please secure your FREE event ticket now!
https://UOSOTC26.eventbrite.co.uk
#SalfordUniOT #UOSOTC26 #FreeCPD
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Final days for sale pricing. Start using occupational formulation to connect your theory, reasoning and assessment info with goals & therapy. Use coupon code OTDAY2025 for 20% off all online packages.
November 25, 2025 at 9:55 PM
Final days for sale pricing. Start using occupational formulation to connect your theory, reasoning and assessment info with goals & therapy. Use coupon code OTDAY2025 for 20% off all online packages.
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♦️Road Crew - on the Way♦️
Loaded and ready to see you all at The OT Event of the year @theotshow.bsky.social
Come and say hi at Stand J50 and Zone T15. Tag us in your PICS🤳
#bemoreelizabeth
Loaded and ready to see you all at The OT Event of the year @theotshow.bsky.social
Come and say hi at Stand J50 and Zone T15. Tag us in your PICS🤳
#bemoreelizabeth
November 25, 2025 at 10:32 AM
♦️Road Crew - on the Way♦️
Loaded and ready to see you all at The OT Event of the year @theotshow.bsky.social
Come and say hi at Stand J50 and Zone T15. Tag us in your PICS🤳
#bemoreelizabeth
Loaded and ready to see you all at The OT Event of the year @theotshow.bsky.social
Come and say hi at Stand J50 and Zone T15. Tag us in your PICS🤳
#bemoreelizabeth
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🎉| New Blog Post!
"Paddling with Purpose: Exploring Occupational Therapy Outdoors."
Supported by their Practice Educator, two of our students reflect on their experiences and key learning from this unique placement.
👉 Read here:
ahpscot.wordpress.com/2025/11/24/p...
"Paddling with Purpose: Exploring Occupational Therapy Outdoors."
Supported by their Practice Educator, two of our students reflect on their experiences and key learning from this unique placement.
👉 Read here:
ahpscot.wordpress.com/2025/11/24/p...
Paddling with Purpose. Exploring Occupational Therapy in the Outdoors. Our Long Arm Peer Assisted Learning Placement with Central Scotland.
A reflective blog by Makena Lal and Taylor Hassett, MSc Occupational Therapy Students, Edinburgh Napier University, supported by Central Scotland Adventures and Claire Hedley, AHP Practice Educatio…
ahpscot.wordpress.com
November 25, 2025 at 1:32 PM
🎉| New Blog Post!
"Paddling with Purpose: Exploring Occupational Therapy Outdoors."
Supported by their Practice Educator, two of our students reflect on their experiences and key learning from this unique placement.
👉 Read here:
ahpscot.wordpress.com/2025/11/24/p...
"Paddling with Purpose: Exploring Occupational Therapy Outdoors."
Supported by their Practice Educator, two of our students reflect on their experiences and key learning from this unique placement.
👉 Read here:
ahpscot.wordpress.com/2025/11/24/p...
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And music with our Music Instructor & a service user playing a viola
November 19, 2025 at 5:22 PM
And music with our Music Instructor & a service user playing a viola
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💚 At Treloar School and College, OTs help students like Malita and Zara build confidence and new skills through adaptive tech and creativity.
Read more: https://loom.ly/_r4ARlA
#RightTimeOT
Read more: https://loom.ly/_r4ARlA
#RightTimeOT
Occupational Therapy Week 2025 | Treloars
Read the stories of our students to see how Occupational Therapy helps them live more independent lives.
www.treloar.org.uk
November 20, 2025 at 3:04 PM
💚 At Treloar School and College, OTs help students like Malita and Zara build confidence and new skills through adaptive tech and creativity.
Read more: https://loom.ly/_r4ARlA
#RightTimeOT
Read more: https://loom.ly/_r4ARlA
#RightTimeOT
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Been having a 1:1 with a service user who wants to complete a portrait of his sister. A tip - don’t focus on the detail - use broader, simpler techniques to get the effect - it works! Occupational Therapy ❤️ Art - learning by doing…
November 20, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Been having a 1:1 with a service user who wants to complete a portrait of his sister. A tip - don’t focus on the detail - use broader, simpler techniques to get the effect - it works! Occupational Therapy ❤️ Art - learning by doing…
Had a lovely meeting today with RCOT's Caz Dunn to find out more about the process of delivering the Elizabeth Casson memorial lecture.
I need to get planning!
Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture | RCOT share.google/zTtU9LKwsuvn...
I need to get planning!
Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture | RCOT share.google/zTtU9LKwsuvn...
Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture
Our lecture – open to members and non-members – is a memorial to Dr Elizabeth Casson (1881-1954) in honour of her contributions to the occupational therapy profession.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:59 PM
Had a lovely meeting today with RCOT's Caz Dunn to find out more about the process of delivering the Elizabeth Casson memorial lecture.
I need to get planning!
Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture | RCOT share.google/zTtU9LKwsuvn...
I need to get planning!
Elizabeth Casson Memorial Lecture | RCOT share.google/zTtU9LKwsuvn...
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Goodluck to our Occupational Therapy team who are finalists at this year’s HSJ Awards, taking place tomorrow.
The team are shortlisted for Mental Health Innovation of the Year for improving efficiency and person-centredness.
Read more: www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/lat...
The team are shortlisted for Mental Health Innovation of the Year for improving efficiency and person-centredness.
Read more: www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/lat...
November 19, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Goodluck to our Occupational Therapy team who are finalists at this year’s HSJ Awards, taking place tomorrow.
The team are shortlisted for Mental Health Innovation of the Year for improving efficiency and person-centredness.
Read more: www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/lat...
The team are shortlisted for Mental Health Innovation of the Year for improving efficiency and person-centredness.
Read more: www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/lat...
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Meet Phoebe, an occupational therapist at St Christopher’s Hospice, as she shares what her role involves and how she helps people live well every day. 💚
🎥 Video credit: St Christopher’s Hospice
🎥 Video credit: St Christopher’s Hospice
November 18, 2025 at 9:30 AM
Meet Phoebe, an occupational therapist at St Christopher’s Hospice, as she shares what her role involves and how she helps people live well every day. 💚
🎥 Video credit: St Christopher’s Hospice
🎥 Video credit: St Christopher’s Hospice
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REPRESENTING THE PROFESSION THAT IMPACTS INDIVIDUAL LIVES AND COMMUNITIES, With
Michelle Oliver, Chief Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Australia otaust.bsky.social youtu.be/YsB36YIIXhQ
Michelle Oliver, Chief Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Australia otaust.bsky.social youtu.be/YsB36YIIXhQ
November 18, 2025 at 11:32 AM
REPRESENTING THE PROFESSION THAT IMPACTS INDIVIDUAL LIVES AND COMMUNITIES, With
Michelle Oliver, Chief Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Australia otaust.bsky.social youtu.be/YsB36YIIXhQ
Michelle Oliver, Chief Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Australia otaust.bsky.social youtu.be/YsB36YIIXhQ
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Student-led, patient-first. At the WashU Medicine Pro Bono Health Clinic, medical, occupational therapy and physical therapy students team up to provide much-needed care to uninsured community members in the St. Louis area. medicine.washu.edu/news/togethe...
Together, WashU Medicine MD, OT, PT students treat patients at Pro Bono Health Clinic | WashU Medicine
WashU Medicine's Pro Bono Health Clinic combines compassion with science to provide hope, healing and dignity to uninsured visitors.
medicine.washu.edu
November 17, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Student-led, patient-first. At the WashU Medicine Pro Bono Health Clinic, medical, occupational therapy and physical therapy students team up to provide much-needed care to uninsured community members in the St. Louis area. medicine.washu.edu/news/togethe...