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Episode 41 – Developing OT In Scottish Prisons
Episode 41 – Developing OT In Scottish Prisons
On this week’s episode, I am in conversation with Stephanie Morrison, an Occupational Therapist and Lecturer based in Scotland about her experiences and work in developing and promoting the role of Occupational Therapy in Scottish prisons. Stephanie shares some of the projects she has been involved in and the outcomes of these before moving on to discuss why she feels that a population/ public health approach should be taken when working with people in prison environments.
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Episode 40 – Prison & Sensory Approaches
Episode 40 – Prison & Sensory Approaches
On this week’s episode, I am in conversation with Gisele Craswell, an Occupational Therapist based in Canada about the use of sensory approaches in prison environment. We discuss the sensory experiences of people in prison and the possible impact on functioning. We also discuss what the evidence says about sensory interventions and mental health, the challenges in providing sensory interventions in prisons and Gisele provides advice for OTs based in prison or forensic units who want to develop a sensory pathway. Gisele states that she is more than happy to answer any questions or have conversations with OTs about this area of practice so if you would like to get in touch, please drop me an email and I will link you up with her. Below are some of the resources Gisele has found useful in informing her practice.
Tina Champagne’s (2011) book “Sensory Modulation & Environment: Essential Elements of Occupation”
Julie O’Sullivan & Carolyn Fitzgibbons (2018) book “Sensory Modulation: Changing how you feel through using your senses”
Karen Moore’s “Sensory Connection Program
ot-innovations.com
Tepou Sensory Modulation
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Episode 39 – OT Service In Prison: Integrated Support Unit
Episode 39 – OT Service In Prison: Integrated Support Unit
On this week’s episode, I am in conversation with Charlotte French (@charfrenchOT), an Occupational Therapist in a remand prison in the North East of England about her role in an Integrated Support Unit which aims to support people experiencing mental health difficulties. We discuss what the unit looks like and the interventions and assessments she completes with the people she works with in order to support them. We also discuss some of the challenges with transitions away from the unit and the potential difficulties this may throw up.
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Episode 38 – Youth Justice and OT
Episode 38 – Youth Justice and OT
Continuing with the OT in criminal justice system, in this episode, I am joined by Natalie Shearer (@NatalieS_OT) & Toks Odutayo (@TokunboTweetz) to discuss their work with young people in the community as part of the youth justice service in London. They share some of the opportunities and challenges of their roles and how they try and put the Occupational Therapy stamp on it. We also discuss the impact covid has had on their services and how they hope to develop the service they provide further.
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Episode 37 - Long Covid and Me
Episode 37 - Long Covid and Me
In this episode, I am joined by Helen Skiffington who shares her experience of Long Covid. Helen experienced the symptoms of covid back in March 2020 and continues to be affected until now. She talks about the impact it has had on her ability to engage in meaningful and productive activities such as work, exercise and other leisure activities.
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms which may be related to or classed as Long Covid, please contact with your GP. Below are some resources and pages as recommended by Helen.
Long Covid OT Support Group
Long Covid Physio
RCOT Covid Documents
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Episode 36 – Standing For RCOT Council Seat For England
Episode 36 – Standing For RCOT Council Seat For England
In this episode, I am joined by Kalimah Ibrahiim to why she is standing for the RCOT council member seat for England. Members of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) in England have the democratic right to select a candidate for the seat of Council Member. With the ballots closing on Friday, 4th May 2021 at 12noon, I took an opportunity to have a conversation with Kalimah about what the position involves and the reasons behind her deciding to stand for it. Please make you get involved in the voting process if you are a member of the RCOT in England because your vote matters
Kalimah can be found on Twitter (@KalimahOT) and Instagram (Kalimah_OT) if you would like to engage with her.
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Customer Reviews
I love this podcast.
I found it as a curious potential OT student. I have learnt so much about the diverse and brilliant work OTs do through OT & Chill. The latest episode about hoarding was so fascinating. I am now preparing to start the first year of my OT degree & want to say a big thank you to Kwaku & all his guests for playing a part in informing & inspiring me to take these first steps on my OT path. Keep up the great work.
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Hey Kwaku, I listened to a podcast interview on LinkedIn which brought me to your OT and Chill podcast. I remember you saying in your interview that you didn’t like the way you sounded in your first few podcasts - well I can say that you were a natural from the get go... very nice, easy and relaxing listen, but still informative conversations. Lovely tone and great topics. I am commencing with my MSc in OT in January so this so great that I can listen to all of the OTs journey’s and experiences. I have worked as an OTA in mental health and physical complexities, so I can relate to the experiences spoken about. Keep up the hard work Kwaku. We are connected on LinkedIn (Sarah M) so I am looking forward to seeing and hearing more!
Inspiring podcast, inspiring man
Title says it all right?! 👆Kwaku is leading the way for promoting the OT profession with all the chill vibes that you need 👌even if you’re not an OT or AHP there is such a variety of topics to learn from! Tune in 🎧