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@RCOT_PLD what are LD OTs using as standardised functional assessments? We are looking for a replacement to AMPS in addition to #moho tools that supplement our assessment process. Any ideas would be very welcome! @swypftOT@swypft#learningdisabilities@allofusinmind
Check out this amazing video from OT Anabelle, who works with people with learning disabilities. 👇🏽
She shares what she enjoys about her work and what her day-to-day life as a learning disability OT looks like. ��
Today our newsletter editor Cara shares something about herself that might not be considered age appropriate. We love the fantastic photo! #learningdisabilitiesweek24@theRCOT
Day 5 of #LearningDisabilityWeek2024 Today it is the turn of our communications lead Rachel to share something she enjoys that may not be viewed as age appropriate. @theRCOT
📣 Do you hear me?
People with a learning disability have had enough of being ignored.
Read our manifesto which highlights actions we want all political parties to take if they are serious about improving the lives of people with a learning disability: https://t.co/0IjLgJAZEa
Day 3 #learningdisabilityweek - our events co-ordinator Becky is sharing something that she likes that may not be classed as ‘age-appropriate’. People with learning disabilities are sometimes prevented from having interests that may not be classed as ‘age-appropriate’. @theRCOT
Day 2 #learningdisabilityweek, we are considering the theme of ‘age-appropriateness’ and how this can be used to limit access to #occupations for people with a #learningdisability Our secretary Justine shares one of her favoured activities @theRCOT What activities do you like?
📣Calling all Mainstream primary #teachers!
Support research on self-regulation and enhance your understanding! 😌✨
Participate in our 15-20 minute survey: https://t.co/uftD8JNLAt UREC:241794
#edutwitter#edchat#primaryteachers
⚠️ Don't forget, if you haven't already, tomorrow is the last day to register to vote.
⏰ Make sure you register by 11:59pm on Tuesday 18 June. #UKGeneralElection
It's #LearningDisabilityWeek! 💜
We want people with a learning disability to be seen.
Research shows that people with a learning disability have had enough of being ignored, mistreated, patronised - and, sometimes, even locked away.
👉 Donate today: https://t.co/vl6Mg6sABL
Voting is a right. 🗳️ But many feel excluded or encounter obstacles such as transportation issues, language barriers and the complexities of the voting process itself.
Here's some expert advice from our members: https://t.co/EoX0TqDvV1
#UKGeneralElection#AccessibleVoting
The concept of age appropriateness can be used to reduce access for people with learning disabilities to activities they enjoy. Do you agree with that concept? Join the conversation, we would love to hear what you think!
This week is learning disability week. We will be taking this opportunity to think about ‘age-appropriateness’ our committee will be sharing something about themselves that may not be considered age appropriate! Starting with our chairperson Georgia. @theRCOT
It's #LearningDisabilityWeek! 💜
We want people with a learning disability to be seen.
Research shows that people with a learning disability have had enough of being ignored, mistreated, patronised - and, sometimes, even locked away.
👉 Donate today: https://t.co/vl6Mg6sABL
Do you know a talented student who deserves a chance to shine?
Our student competition is open! 🏆🏆 Create a learning session about social media for the chance to win a £300 voucher prize.
https://t.co/IStKG6t2jc
"The word sensible means able through our senses." Thanks @kathsmithot (@asi_wise) for your presentation on Sensory Ladders. 🪜
The approach can support anyone to develop self-awareness and self-regulation skills. Thanks Lisa Westhorpe (@sportforconf) for hosting. #RCOT2024