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Occupational Therapy Australia Ltd WA Division

Locality: West Perth, Western Australia

Phone: +61 1300 682 878

Address: 45 Ventnor Ave 6005 West Perth, WA, Australia

Website: https://www.otaus.com.au

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25.01.2022 WA Health considers that it is now well prepared for a potential outbreak of COVID-19. The information presented in this report shows that surge planning and preparations have been made in the 3 key areas of PPE, ventilated bed capacity and staffing. With the staffing recruitment process receiving 1,495 allied health applicants (of which 986 are placed in a pool), read the full ‘Current Status of WA Health’s COVID-19 Response Preparedness’ report here: https://audit.wa.gov.au//Report-5_-Transparency-Report-Cur

25.01.2022 The Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) Review Taskforce has finalised its review of the MBS. In general, the allied health recommendations are promising, with a strong emphasis on multi-disciplinary care. Of note, the Mental Health report recommends a committee be established to decide which professions provide care under Better Accessan area around which OTA has already done much work, and which will continue to advocate on. Members can access the full reports here: https://www1.health.gov.au//pu/Content/MBSR-closed-consult

24.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who attended our #OTWeek2020 panel and discussion event yesterday with panellists Professor Lisa Gibbs, Dr Leanne Beagley and Dr Samantha Ashby. Miss the live event? We’ll be making the recording available as a CPD eLearning webinarstay tuned!

24.01.2022 *Announcing Opening Keynote Speaker for #OTAUS2021* OTA is delighted to announce the Hon Michael Kirby AC CMG for next year’s National Conference (in Cairns and online). Michael served as Justice of the High Court of Australia (1996-2009), and will speak to overcoming barriers and the global rights to health (specifically for vulnerable populations). Learn more here: https://www.otaus2021.com.au/keynote-speakers

24.01.2022 The updated version of the Access and Mobility Standard AS1428.1 is now available for public comment with the consultation period ending 29 January 2021. To view the draft and provide feedback, register with Standards Australia here: https://comment.standards.org.au//58202ce7-f95f-4b1a-8c63-

24.01.2022 Today is Allied Health Professionals Day! With the ongoing impact of COVID-19 we thank and appreciate all allied health professionals for supporting our communities to recover. Learn more about #AHPsDay2020 and access social media tiles here: https://ahpa.com.au/n/allied-health-professionals-day-2020/

24.01.2022 Members of the Western Australia ABI/Neurology Special Interest Group were fortunate to come together and share their experiences, contributing to greater understanding of ABI/Neurology services across WA. Therapists chatted with old friends, networked with new ones, and formed connections across service settings. Browse the photo gallery here: https://otaus.com.au//wa-abi-neurology-interest-group-conn

23.01.2022 The Victorian Government has coproduced the ‘Allied health capability framework: disability and complex support needs’, developing the skills and knowledge of allied health professionals to better provide high-quality, person-centred support. Learn more and access the framework here: https://otaus.com.au//allied-health-capability-framework-d

23.01.2022 To our OT community, thank you for your commitment to our profession throughout 2020 and the trust you’ve placed in our association. We will continue to support your studies, your practice, your research, and promote the value of OT in 2021 and beyond. Please note that the OTA office will be closed 21 December 2020 to 4 January 2021 (CPD eLearning and membership join/renewals will be processed, however our regular services will not be available). In the meantime, we hope the holidays allow you time to reflect, recharge, and reconnect.

21.01.2022 On 20 October the Mental Health Professionals' Network is hosting the free webinar ‘Working collaboratively to address the mental health of people experiencing chronic pain’. With the panel to discuss associations, comorbidities and patterns of treatment-seeking behaviour of chronic pain sufferers, register here: http://ow.ly/olPD50BTO1S

20.01.2022 Earlier this year OT Liz Irwin was awarded a Medal of the Order of Australia. As an [OT] I became even more aware of how even simple problem-solving could give people more independence & enjoyment in life. Congratulations & well deserved Liz! Learn more: https://solve.org.au/liz-irwin-oam/

20.01.2022 OTA's State Manager WA, recently attended an OT Hospital Team meeting to Congratulate the Fiona Stanley Fremantle Hospital Group OT Week Bake off Competition winner. Congratulations to Jade Beck for your magnificent Kettle Test Cake creation.

20.01.2022 As part of #OTWeek2020, we’re showcasing the value of occupational therapy in our communities, particularly as we rebuild, recover, and reengage. This year we’re highlighting your vision of (and for) OT in 2020 and beyond. Perhaps you pivoted to telehealth or you applied OT to solve unique challenges. Share your stories and photos on social media, tag us @otaust and be sure to use #ThisisOT

19.01.2022 Autism CRC has launched a new Implementation Toolkit for clinicians to help deliver the recommendations in the National Guideline for the Assessment and Diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders. With best-practice assessment and diagnosis procedures for autism, and practical tools for use in clinical practice, access the Toolkit here: https://www.autismcrc.com.au/access/

19.01.2022 While 2020 has been a challenging year for many, it’s positive to see Medicare’s subsidised mental health sessions now doubled from 10 to 20 per calendar year. As qualified health professionals, mental health OTs are well-equipped to help people develop coping strategies in trying times. To see a mental health OT through Medicare, speak to your GP or visit http://aboutoccupationaltherapy.com.au/mental-health/ for more details.

18.01.2022 This year building our resilience is more important than ever. In our New Grad resources, the Career Resilience page offers a range of tips including being flexible and enhancing your emotional insight. As part of #OTWeek2020, freely access the tips and resources here: https://otaus.com.au/member-resou//being/career-resilience

17.01.2022 OTA Graduation Special: Ends in 3 Days To support the Graduating Class of 2020 we’re offering $50 off new graduate membership for final year students. Join today with the code ‘NG2020’ for only $300this offer must end 30 November 2020. Learn more: https://www.otaus.com.au/membership/join-ota

17.01.2022 OTA has prepared a summary of the 2020/21 Federal Budget measures most relevant to OTs. Covering the MBS Review Taskforce, $100.8 million for the Better Access Initiative, a trial of new primary care models, and $408.5 million to improve the care and quality of aged care, read the full summary here: https://otaus.com.au//budg/2020-21-federal-budget-analysis

16.01.2022 That’s a wrap on #OTWeek2020! Thank you to everyone who came together to celebrate and promote our valuable profession through events, resources and across social media! Browse photos from OT Week celebrations, both online and across the country, here: https://www.otaus.com.au/cpd-and-events/ot-week/ot-week-2020

15.01.2022 *Registrations Closing Soon* In this web-series (3 sessions) participants will learn about national and international guidelines in assessing risk and grading pressure injuries. With registrations closing this Wednesday, secure your place here: https://otaus.com.au//Pressure-Injury-Assessment-and-Manag

15.01.2022 Are you holding an online or in-person #OTWeek2020 event? Please email us your photos (with a short caption) by 1 November for the chance to be featured in our wrap-up article. In the meantime, take a look back at how OT Week was celebrated in 2019: http://ow.ly/MthF50C4pqO

15.01.2022 OTA Members: Do you want to write for Connections? In 2021 we’re introducing new themes to support our communities, apply theory in practice, foster brighter futures, and celebrate the value of OT. Explore the themes and guidelines here: https://www.otaus.com.au//connections-2021-themes-share-yo

14.01.2022 In this article for the OT Blog, OTA’s Conference Events Manager Alison Armstead reflects on the recent Virtual OT Mental Health Forum. The pivot to an online formata first in the Forum’s 20+ year historyenabled broad access to the knowledge shared, regardless of physical location. Read the wrap-up here: https://www.otaus.com.au//connecting-to-create-change-refl

14.01.2022 The fact is that 75 percent of people living with dementia in Australia live at home. Many want to continue to do so, but with care provided by family and difficulties accessing support, most struggle, said Professor Lindy Clemson. Learn more about the research supporting people with dementia and their carers to live well at home: https://www.sydney.edu.au//research-backs-home-based-progr

13.01.2022 *Now Open: Judith Marsham Farrell Grant 2021* This grant supports research in occupational therapy by occupational therapists and in particular studies in which the study subjects themselves to perform occupation embedded activity to determine its influence on a stated human health condition. This is an annual grant made possible by the generous bequest from Judith Marsham Farrell’s Estate. With applications closing 22 November, learn more here: https://otaus.com.au/about/research-foundation#grants

12.01.2022 Our Western Australian members were fortunate to attend the first in-person Hot Topic event since COVID-19 restrictions came into effect. The session explored ‘Trauma Informed Care and the Power Threat Meaning Framework’, fostering peer connection and shared learnings. Held in line with COVID-safe guidelines, members were thankful to connect and learn together

11.01.2022 Today, 10 October, is World Mental Health Day. In 2020 promoting mental health and wellbeing is more important than ever. Explore tips for fostering your mental health: https://lookafteryourmentalhealthaustralia.org.au/mental-h/ And in supporting our communities to recover and reengage, our #OTWeek2020 theme is Resilience: https://www.otaus.com.au/otweek

10.01.2022 *OTA Research Academy: First Stage Closes 25 October* Have you significantly contributed to the OT body of knowledge in Australia? Nominate for the Award of Fellow and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Fellow to the OTA Research Academy here: http://ow.ly/yZJR50BNDoX

10.01.2022 *Now Open: OTA Board & WFOT Voting* Voting is now open for the 2 OTA Board positions and the WFOT Delegate. Eligible voting members will have received an email with a unique voting link. Make your vote count and help shape the future of our association. Voting closes 5pm (AEDT) 26 October 2020. Meet your nominees here: https://www.otaus.com.au/about/board-nominations

07.01.2022 Last week the 2020-21 WA Budget was handed down by Treasurer Ben Wyatt. With $1 billion to be invested in mental health, $9.7 million to expand Telestroke services, $4.8 million towards the treatment of complex aged care clients and more, read OTA’s summary of those budget measures most relevant to OTs: https://otaus.com.au//budgets-/2020-21-wa-budget-delivered

07.01.2022 As part of the 2020/21 Federal Budget, funding of $100.8 million will provide up to 10 additional psychological therapy sessions each calendar year under the Better Access Initiative. This means that BAMH-endorsed OTs can now deliver 20 sessions of focussed psychological services through Medicare. Learn more in the Government’s fact sheet: https://otaus.com.au//bud/2020-21-federal-budget-analysis

06.01.2022 *Two Weeks to Go* Registrations are still open for our #OTWeek2020 event on 27/10! The online event will feature a panel of thought leaders to promote resilience in our communities, followed by live discussion groups. Learn more about the invited speakers: http://ow.ly/oZik50BNQnS

05.01.2022 Did you attend our #OTWeek2020 panel & discussion, or have you held your own event to promote resilience in our communities? If you’ve learned any insights or discovered helpful resources to support people to recover & reengage, please leave them as a comment below! #ThisIsOT

04.01.2022 The next COVID-19 Primary Care and Allied Health webinar will run on Wednesday 28 October. Featuring Professor Michael Kidd, Dr Anne-marie Boxall and Professor Donna Markham, learn more about the webinar here: https://www.health.gov.au//covid-19-response-update-for-pr

04.01.2022 *Now Open: OTA Research Awards 2021* The Research Awards recognise occupational therapists undertaking research and contributing to the evidence base of occupational therapy. With nominations closing 22 November, explore the four categories: https://otaus.com.au//nominations-open-ota-research-awards

04.01.2022 Did you miss our #OTWeek2020 panel event? Good news, it’s now available as a recorded webinar! Promoting resilience, the insightful discussion between Professor Lisa Gibbs, Dr Leanne Beagley and Dr Samantha Ashby is available here: https://www.otaus.com.au/cpds/ot-week-2020-panel-discussion

03.01.2022 Join Sarah Collison for this 2-hour live webinar on the basic knowledge and foundations to provide OT services to NDIS participants. Breaking down the jargon and providing you with the knowledge to navigate the NDIS with confidence, secure your place here: https://www.otaus.com.au/cpds/ndis-101-2020-live

03.01.2022 Join Elspeth Froude & Laura Miller for this 3-day workshop on the Cognitive Orientation to daily Occupational Performance (CO-OP) approach for children & adults who have difficulties performing everyday activities. Starting 28 November, secure your place: https://otaus.com.au/cpds/learn-the-coop-approach

03.01.2022 Celebrate OT Week by joining your OT association and save on your membership! It’s a great time to join OTA, supporting both your development and our profession. We’re continuing to advocate for OTs on the NDIS and more, developing an exciting 2021 CPD program, providing tailored practice support, and keeping you informed with the latest industry updates. With anniversary-based membership, join now and receive a full 12 months of member benefits. Learn more here: https://www.otaus.com.au/membership/join-ota and use discount code OTWeek20 to save $20 off new membership by 1 November.

02.01.2022 The occupational narratives project seeks to represent people in naturalistic, formal, and institutional settings from all ability levels, ages, socioeconomic and sociocultural backgrounds as they engage in everyday ‘doings’. Led by Australia’s Dr. Gail Whiteford, the project is an international collaboration between WFOT, OTs, and occupational scientists. Get involved here: https://occupational-narratives.wfot.org/