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An occupational therapist’s role in MND care
By: Heather Colbert, OT, Woking & Sam Beare Hospice and John Healy, diagnosed with MND in Nov 2024
20 June, 2025
As we mark Global MND Awareness Day on 21 June, this blog shares John’s story and the vital role occupational therapy plays in supporting people living with Motor Neurone Disease. It’s a reflection on the power of personalised care and how dignity and choice can be protected through even the most difficult moments.
This June's issue of OTnews
By: RCOT
18 June, 2025
Every June, Pride Month reminds us all that equity in healthcare isn’t a completed goal – it’s an ongoing commitment.
Our comment on proposed welfare reforms
By: RCOT
18 June, 2025
Joseph Brunwin, UK Policy and Public Affairs Manager, comments on proposed welfare reforms.
Outcomes of our Annual General Meeting
By: RCOT
18 June, 2025
Find out about our 2025 Annual General Meeting which took place in Edinburgh.
Our response to riots in Northern Ireland
By: RCOT
12 June, 2025
The recent and ongoing mindless acts of racial violence, hatred and intimidation in Northern Ireland have no place in any of our communities.
Our comment on the UK government's spending review
By: RCOT
11 June, 2025
Joseph Brunwin, UK Policy and Public Affairs Manager, responds to the government's spending review.
Comment on our revised Learning and development standards
By: RCOT
10 June, 2025
Our consultation is now open
It’s your opportunity to get involved and influence our revised and expanded Learning and development standards for pre-registration education and early career occupational therapists (‘the Standards’).
Join our vibrant community of volunteers
By: RCOT
04 June, 2025
Unlock your potential and make a difference to your profession
Make an impact on your professional community
By: RCOT
03 June, 2025
If you want to shape the future of our profession, develop new skills, build strong connections and make an impact, find out what’s involved from two RCOT volunteers with one shared vision.
Celebrating LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
By: RCOT
02 June, 2025
June is Pride Month – a time to celebrate LGBTQIA+ people, communities and history.
'A positive step forward for neurodivergent children’ – comment on support for neurodivergent children
By: RCOT
29 May, 2025
Our comment on on the UK government’s announcement that it will be providing more support for neurodivergent children in mainstream schools.
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