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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190807T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190807T193000
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SUMMARY:New Graduate Experience
DESCRIPTION:An event for current Occupational Therapy students \n6.15pm for a 6.30pm start \nMore information can be found on our facebook page – https://facebook.com/WAOTAstudents/
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/new-graduate-experience/
CATEGORIES:Interest Group Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="WAOTA Student Committee":MAILTO:students@waota.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190805T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190805T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T075826
CREATED:20190513T043747Z
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SUMMARY:Memory Strategies Following Acquired Brain Injury – Gillian Smith
DESCRIPTION:Gill Smith has overtwenty five years experience as an Occupational Therapist she has worked in a variety of settings including out-patients and community based rehabilitation both in Perth and England\, with adults aged 16+ who have a variety of impairments. In the past she has developed and delivered tutorials to Hallam and Edith Cowan University Occupational Therapy schools. \nThis workshop is aimed at Occupational Therapists with experience of working in this clinical area and will cover – \n\nThe use of information processing model of cognition to describe and understand the skills needed for memory\nEncoding\, storage and retrieval outlined with ideas about how to identify and manage problems at each stage\nCategories / memory types described with examples of application in everyday life\nFactors that impact on everybody’s effective memory with ideas to improve memory function\nAssessment tools and their use\nRehabilitation principles and strategies for impairments of each skill and memory category will be revisited and explored with case examples used to illustrate points\n\nDate Monday August 5th\, 2019\nTime 13:00 – 17:00 course\n17:00 – 18:00 refreshments \nVenue Pagoda Ballroom\, Pagoda Resort\, 112 Melville Parade\, Como\nCost Early bird before 5/6/19\nMember $100 \nRural/ remote members $75 \nNon-members $187.50 \nStudent $50 \nStandard rate after 5/6/19 \nMember $125 \nRural/ remote members $92.50 \nNon-members $187.50 \nStudent $65 \nRefreshments Afternoon tea and refreshments included at the end of the course \nBook Online\nIf you prefer booking offline\, you can use the registration form below: \nPD-registration-form-2019
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/memory-strategies-following-acquired-brain-injury-gillian-smith/
LOCATION:Pagoda Ballroom\, Pagoda Resort\, 112 Melville Parade\, Como\, Western Australia\, 6152\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190802T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T075826
CREATED:20190513T044022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190729T023422Z
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SUMMARY:Hand Therapy Soft Tissue Course
DESCRIPTION:ROISIN SULLIVAN – FRIDAY 2ND AUGUST \nIn this full-day course\, Roisin Sullivan will present a range of both theory and practical soft tissue skills relevant to hand therapists. \nRoisin Sullivan is the an Occupational Therapist that has practiced exclusively in Soft Tissue OT for the past 14 years to promote occupational performance for her clients. She is the convener of the Soft Tissue OT Interest Group of WA and has a strong interest in the professional development of students and therapists in the field\, both teaching and mentoring new therapists in the area of practice. \nThe course will address the foundations and principles of soft tissue treatment in OT\, as well as considering evidence-based interventions for managing the soft tissue issues of hand and upper limb conditions. \nAttendees will cover a range of clinically relevant information\, including: \n\nPrinciples of management of soft tissue conditions\nCommon clinical soft tissue assessments\nBarriers to soft tissue healing\, inflammatory considerations and complex cases\nReferred pain considerations\nNeural and plexus connections and influences\nPostural considerations and assessments\nConsideration of shoulder\, scapular and cervical involvement in hand and upper limb conditions\nPrinciples of soft tissue release\nConsideration of best evidence-based practice and current clinical interventions in soft tissue management\nContraindications in soft tissue management\nPractical demonstrations throughout and small hands-on practice groups\n\nHand Therapy Soft Tissue Course\nDate Friday 2nd August 2019\nTime 8:30 – 17:00 \nVenue Pagoda Ballroom\, Pagoda Resort\, 112 Melville Parade\, Como\nCost Early bird before 9/7/19\nMember $200 \nRural/ remote $150 \nNon-members $375 \nStudent $100 \nStandard rate after 9/7/19 \nMember $250 \nRural/ remote $175 \nNon-members $375 \nStudent $200 \nRefreshments Welcome coffee/tea\, morning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea provided \nBook Online\nIf you prefer booking offline\, you can use the registration form below:\nPD-registration-form-2019
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/hand-therapy-soft-tissue-course/
LOCATION:Pagoda Ballroom\, Pagoda Resort\, 112 Melville Parade\, Como\, Western Australia\, 6152\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190723T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190723T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T075826
CREATED:20190702T033340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190702T033340Z
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SUMMARY:Danish Assistive Technology Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Private Practice OTs are invited to attend an upcoming event being offered through Independent Living Centre (ILC) in partnership with Embassy of Denmark presenting and demonstrating innovative home and community-care solutions. \nClick here to register your interest or for further information
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/danish-assistive-technology-solutions/
LOCATION:Australia
CATEGORIES:Interest Group Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Private Practice Interest Group":MAILTO:info@waota.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190718T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190718T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T075826
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SUMMARY:A Day in the Life of Sinead
DESCRIPTION:OT Services in the Home Interest Group \nA Day in the Life of Sinead\nThursday 18th July\n  \nTime: 5.30 – 6.30pm \nLocation: Osborne Park Hospital (OPH) F Block Activity Room – access via gate to side of main entrance (which is locked after 5pm) \nPresenter: Sinead Bryant from Visability \nCome and listen to how Sinead\, an Occupational Therapist and a person who has low vision\, is using technology to make everyday life easier. \n“When it comes to everyday activities such as reading a restaurant menu\, shopping\, paying bills\, cooking\, accessing social media and navigating independently have you ever wondered how someone who has a vision impairment can do all these everyday tasks? From waking up in the morning\, to dressing\, preparing meals\, getting to work\, how they work\, and how they socialise. See how main stream devices and assistive technology can be used by any individual of any age and any ability in everyday activities.” \nFor more information please contact sharon@otwest.com.au or camille.wakefield@tadwa.org.au
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/a-day-in-the-life-of-sinead/
LOCATION:Osborne Park Hospital
CATEGORIES:Interest Group Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="OT Services in the Home Interest Group":MAILTO:otservicesinthehome@waota.com.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190717T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190717T183000
DTSTAMP:20260504T075826
CREATED:20190625T051629Z
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SUMMARY:Personal Alarms
DESCRIPTION:CCC Interest Group Next Meeting is:\nPersonal Alarms\nWednesday 17th July 2019\nTime: 5:30pm – 6:30pm \nLocation: Independant Living Centre \nCost: Meetings are free for members of the WA OT Association. Non members $10 fee payable by cash on the evening. \nFor more information\, please email cccinterestgroup@gmail.com \nWe hope to see you there \nPhilippa\, Karina\, Jacqueline and Magda – Convenors
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/personal-alarms/
CATEGORIES:Interest Group Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Cancer and Chronic Conditions Interest Group":MAILTO:cccinterestgroup@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190626T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190626T183000
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SUMMARY:OT Experiences of Working with Hypoxic-Ischaemic Brain Injury Clients
DESCRIPTION:The Neuroscience Interest Group next meeting is:\nLooking at OT experiences of working with hypoxic-ischaemic brain injury clients\, including their role\, enablers and barriers for practice.\nWednesday 26th June 2019\n5.30-6.30pm. (Free parking – large car park located next door) \nPresenter:  Sara Van Reeken – Neuro Research Project presented – needs OT’s input – focus group \nAbout Hypoxic-ischaemic brain injury  \nHypoxic-ischaemic brain injury (HIBI) is damage caused to the brain by a reduction of oxygen thereby causing problems with cognition and function The most common cause of HIBI is cardiac arrest\, which has increasing prevalence as those surviving from cardiac arrest is increasing. Currently\, the literature on cognitive function post-cardiac arrest is limited\, especially for those with mild to moderate symptoms and the role of occupational therapy assessment and intervention needs further research. \nStudy Aims and Methods  \nThe aim of this study is to explore the role of occupational therapy in an acute hospital setting for people with suspected mild to moderate cognitive and functional impairments after HIBI. \nThe current literature will be reviewed surrounding the clinical profile and therapy assessment and intervention for this population. The occupational therapy practices\, perspectives as well as enablers and barriers when working with HIBI patients will then be explored This will be completed through a survey and then collect more detailed responses in a focus group. Using the information gathered\, recommendations for clinical practice will be constructed \nSignificance of Project \nThe result of this project will provide occupational therapists with comprehensive recommendations which are evidenced-based and informed by current practice. This will strengthen and develop the occupational therapy role in the neuroscience acute setting and improve services for those with HIBI. \nIt is essential that we hear the perspectives from as many occupational therapists in acute settings as possible By participating in this survey and/or focus group\, you are strengthening the occupational therapy evidence base and improving services for patients. For your participation in the project\, you will be supplied with the recommendation for practice that are constructed\, as well as focus group and survey results. \nThe NSIG is an affiliated interest group of the WA OT Association. Our costs in 2019\, are as follows: Presenter / Members of WA OT Association = Free\, Non-members $10 per session. \nWe hope to see you there at our next meeting\, best wishes from Therese Trouchet (Convener) and Jasmina Maric (Treasurer) \nWe are still keen to hear from anyone who may be able to present on a topic\, that you feel might be of interest to the group – if you feel you would like to contribute or have any ideas on topics -please contact me. \nWe are actively seeking OT’s who can assist the NSIG in any capacity. \nTherese has had 2 surgeries\, medically unwell for many months (unable to talk /eat post jaw fractured in 4 places)  and has been unable to assist NSIG. Sending my apologies for not being in a position to do any volunteer work for OT NSIG. Would really appreciate if others can assist. \nTo join the NSIG or for further information\, please contact  Therese Trouchet (Snr OT Consultant) Convenor Neuroscience Interest Group \nPhone: 9367 6136 \nMobile: 0437 475 668 \nEmail: theresetrouchet@iinet.net.au
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/interest-groups-courses-ot-experiences-of-working-with-hypoxic-ischaemic-brain-injury-clients/
LOCATION:Brightwater Oats Street\, 170 Swansea Street\, East Victoria Park\, WA\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Interest Group Courses
ORGANIZER;CN="Neuroscience Interest Group":MAILTO:theresetrouchet@iinet.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190607T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190607T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T075826
CREATED:20190411T061726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T040229Z
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SUMMARY:DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS AND PRACTICAL SUPERVISION FOR STAFF INVOLVING DEBRIEFING - DR MARGARET POTTER
DESCRIPTION:DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS AND PRACTICAL SUPERVISION FOR STAFF INVOLVING DEBRIEFING – DR MARGARET POTTER – FRIDAY 7TH JUNE 2019 \nPLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. IF YOU WISH TO BE ADDED TO A WAITLIST IN CASE OF A \nCANCELLATION. PLEASE ADVISE OUR PD CO-ORDINATOR CAROLYN ON C.EARLE@BIGPOND.COM \nWe are delighted to present this innovative workshop on “Difficult conversations and practical supervision for staff involving debriefing” by Dr Margaret Potter. \nDr Margaret Potter is an education consultant\, health professional and internationally certified coach with more than 20 years of experience working with individuals\, groups and organisations to optimise communication\, teamwork and workplace-based performance. Margaret is a sought after presenter who will engage\, inform and entertain participants with a “hands on” approach. \nBackground \nHaving a difficult conversation\, be it with a patient/client\, student or colleague is challenging for any health professional. When is a good time? How should you approach the situation? If the conversation triggers a bad response what should you do? \nThe desire to maintain a cordial and respectful relationship\, while still seeking to address matters of concern requires assertion\, diplomacy and mediation skills. If an individual is not confident in their ability to have a difficult conversation\, he/she may avoid it or be ineffectual in their attempts\, which can ultimately result in an escalation of the problem. \nThis workshop will focus on assisting you to improve your communication and professional supervision skills\, particularly in potential conflict situations. \nIntended outcomes: In this workshop we will: \n\nExplore the power dynamic in relationships\nDiscuss the key elements of effective feedback\nExamine a coach approach to debriefing\nApply the skills learnt in role play situations\nIncrease your confidence to manage difficult conversations\n\nStructure \nAn experiential session involving: \n\nFacilitated discussion\nRole play activities\nCooperative learning\n\nDate Friday 7th June 2019\nTime 13:00 – 17:00 course\nVenue Pagoda Ballroom\, Pagoda Resort\, 112 Melville Parade\, Como\nCost \nEarly bird before 7/5/19 \n\nMember $100\nRural/ remote member $75\nNon-members $187.50\nStudent $50\n\nStandard rate after 7/5/19 \n\nMember $125\nRural/ remote member $92.50\nNon-members $187.50\nStudent $65\n\nRefreshments Afternoon Tea included \nPLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE IS NOW FULLY BOOKED. IF YOU WISH TO BE ADDED TO A WAITLIST IN CASE OF A \nCANCELLATION. PLEASE ADVISE OUR PD CO-ORDINATOR CAROLYN ON C.EARLE@BIGPOND.COM \nBook Online\nIf you prefer to book offline\, you can use the form below:\nPD-registration-form-2019
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/difficult-conversations-and-practical-supervision-for-staff-involving-debriefing-dr-margaret-potte/
LOCATION:Pagoda Ballroom\, Pagoda Resort\, 112 Melville Parade\, Como\, Western Australia\, 6152\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190503T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T075826
CREATED:20190411T055127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190411T055738Z
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SUMMARY:BASIC SOFT TISSUE COURSE – Roisin Sullivan
DESCRIPTION:BASIC SOFT TISSUE COURSE – Roisin Sullivan \nFriday May 3rd 2019 \nThis practical and interactive course will cover basic elements of soft tissue occupational therapy practice. It is aimed at new graduates\, final year undergraduate and MOT students and those therapists in other areas of practice wishing to learn skills for working in the field of soft tissue OT. \nThe course will address assessments and diagnostic skills\, basic treatment principles\, theoretical background and practical clinical application of common treatments within soft tissue OT. \nRoisin Sullivan has confirmed to provide a repeat of this very successful and practical course on Friday 3rd May 2019 \nBasic Soft Tissue Course\nDate Friday 3rd May 2019 8:30 – 17:00 \nVenue Pagoda Ballroom\, Pagoda Resort\, 112 Melville Parade\, Como \nCost\nEarly bird before 3/4/19 \n\nMember $200\nRural/ remote $150\nNon-members $375\nStudent $100\n\nStandard rate after 3/4/19 \n\nMember $250\nRural/ remote $175\nNon-members $375\nStudent $200\n\nRefreshments Welcome coffee/tea\, morning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea provided\nPD-registration-form-2019
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/basic-soft-tissue-course-roisin-sullivan/
LOCATION:Pagoda Ballroom\, Pagoda Resort\, 112 Melville Parade\, Como\, Western Australia\, 6152\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190227T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Perth:20190227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260504T075826
CREATED:20190210T225809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190515T035429Z
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SUMMARY:Complex Home Modifications
DESCRIPTION:After the recent success of both the basic and complex course Sandi Lightfoot from the University of Sydney has confirmed to return to Perth and repeat these courses in February 2019. \nSandi is an OT of 35 years’ experience\, during this time she has presented extensively \, both at universities\, conferences and nationally on environmental modifications. Until recently she was the Senior OT with Home Modifications Australia. She has over 18 years’ experience running a Home modifications service. \nShe has worked for the Universities of Sydney and Western Sydney since 1987. Her area of expertise includes environmental modifications\, occupational performance and outcome measures for ensuing that clients’ reach their maximum potential. She is currently involved with the honors panel for OT Australia\, has developed publications with NSW Health for safe design and aged care facilities\, and has participated in numerous working parties and panels related to service development for HACC Home Modifications Services\, Universal and Adaptable Design. She is also a foundation member and the NSW Health representative on the Home Modification Clearing House based at the University of NSW. \nCurrently she is also a subject matter expert with the NDIA\, Central Technical Advice Team\, reviewing and providing advice on complex modifications nationally and sits on 2 committees with respect to NDIA responsibilities. \nThe one day complex course will include complex bathrooms for conceptual designs\, major ramps and lift considerations and kitchen design. Participants can attend the one day complex course only if the basic course has already been completed or they have 4 or more years experience within this clinical area or similar.\n1 Day Complex Course\nDate Saturday 9th February\, 2019 \n8:45-16:00 daily\nVenue Pagoda Ballroom\, Pagoda Resort\, 112 Melville Parade\, Como\nCost \nEarly Bird rate before 30/11/18 \nMember $200.00 \nRural/remote member $150.00 \nNon-members $375.00 \nStudent $100.00 \nStandard rate after 30/11/18 \nMember $250.00 \nRural/remote member $185.00 \nNon-members $375.00 \nStudent $125.00\nRefreshments Welcome coffee/tea\, morning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea provided \nBook In Online\nOr down the offline PD registration form (2018)
URL:https://waota.com.au/event/complex-home-modifications/
CATEGORIES:Courses
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