Category: BMOT


  • BMOT up’North!

    BMOT up’North!

    BMOT returns to the North East for the weekly visit! Some gratitudeโ€™s to start the morning; Free (black) coffee โœ”๏ธCup full of ice (the detox continues) โœ”๏ธSea view room upgrade โœ”๏ธAnd itโ€™s Friday! Todayโ€™s all about doing what I love in OT ๐Ÿ’š โ€” I shall be assessing a clientโ€™s ability to access the community…

  • Never Off Duty

    Never Off Duty

    Are any of my colleagues the same? I might be on holiday โ€ฆ but you canโ€™t take the OT out of me wherever I am! #NeverOffDuty Over the last few days, Iโ€™ve been helping Roy โ€“ a lovely gent who had a nasty flare-up of osteoarthritis. A bit of pain relief, some gentle assistance with…

  • Train the Trainer

    Train the Trainer

    Train the Trainer course in Londonโ€ฆ DONE! ๐Ÿง  Learned and consolidated techniques and skills๐Ÿค Met fab people from all over the UK๐ŸŽญ Went to two West End shows solo (independent woman vibes)๐Ÿš‡ Braved the tube like a proโ˜•๏ธ Lived on Americanos from Starbucks (no milk, obviously) and the local one near the hotel was so…

  • The BMOT Bear

    The BMOT Bear

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    Introducing the BMOT Bear! This little bundle of joy has been knitted by my mum, at 81 years recovering from a shoulder fracture and she wanted to help! This therapy is also helping her – she never thought she would knit again. Atย BMOT, weโ€™re always looking for creative and compassionate ways to connect with the…

  • Paediatric OT (& singing!)

    Best day ever? Absolutely! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’š #OT #Singing #Fun #collaborativeOTandPT #Paeds #LoveMyJob

  • 100 Followers!!!

    100 Followers!!!

    Thank you so much to everyone that has supported BMOT so far. Very early in the journey but we have already achieved this! ๐ŸŽ‰ #LoudandProud #OT #Independence #SmallCompany #KeepingItReal #AllWith๐Ÿ’š #Rehabilitation #Collaboration

  • Community Engagement

    โ€œExcuse me, sir, where are the batteries?โ€ A simple question from a client today while out in the community with meโ€”and such a powerful reminder of how far she has come in her recovery journey.Brain injury rehab isnโ€™t just about regaining physical functionโ€”itโ€™s about rebuilding confidence, purpose, and connection. The mental health impact is huge,…

  • Feeling Proud

    Feeling Proud

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    Today, Iโ€™m feeling proud. Nearly three weeks ago, I launchedย BMOTย โ€” and already, it’s growing in ways I couldn’t have imagined. Iโ€™m now supporting a diverse caseload of both children and adults, and Iโ€™ve just partnered with a Brain Injury Unit in the North East. Weโ€™re also expanding! Iโ€™ve just welcomed an associate Lead Therapy Assistant…

  • Creative Therapy

    Creative Therapy

    Behind this incredible jellyfish is a story of perseverance, progress, pride and lots of fun! Whilst the young man creating this enjoyed the mess, he was also challenging himself to use his less active side โ€” a side that can sometimes be forgotten or left behind. I was reviewing his seating, his fine motor control,…

  • USP – Keeping it Real

    USP – Keeping it Real

    A day in the life and a face to the name! Wednesday was a busy day. BMOT provided assessments for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVS) and explored accessible playground equipment, ensuring play is possible for everyone! #AccessToPlay #MeaningfulOccupations #OccupationalTherapy #Wheelchairs

  • Thank you!

    Thank you!

    Thank you so much to everyone who has supported #BMOT during its very first week โ€” itโ€™s been a fantastic start, and Iโ€™m so grateful for the encouragement, kind messages, and opportunities already beginning to take shape. ๐Ÿ™Œ๐Ÿป With Easter upon us, I couldnโ€™t miss the chance to share some simple, fun activity ideas that…

  • A milestone moment!

    A milestone moment!

    A milestone momentโ€”one of my first jobs as an independent OT for BMOT! This opportunity came through a personal connection, separate from my association with the NHS or any other commissioned work. Receiving such positive feedback this morning was the perfect way to start the day. Have a great Friday everyone!