Occupational Therapy: Aberdeenshire Council

03/11/2026

💫Occupational Therapy Week 2026 – Participation changes Everything💫

Participation is at the heart of Occupational Therapy. 🤍

For Occupational Therapists, it’s about more than just what someone can do – it’s about supporting people to take part in the everyday activities that are meaningful and important to them.

Whether it’s getting dressed independently, returning to work, enjoying hobbies, connecting with others or being involved in the community, we work alongside individuals to overcome barriers, build confidence and promote independence.

Success should not be measured only by treating illness, responding to crisis or delivering services. Success should be measured by whether people can do the things that matter to them.

We asked our Social Work OT staff on what participation means to them🫶🏽 we’ve created a word cloud with the most common words identified.

02/11/2026

🌟 Occupational Therapy Week 2026 🌟

This year's theme, "Participation Changes Everything," highlights the profound impact participation has on health, wellbeing, and quality of life.

Occupational Therapists are experts in enabling participation in the activities that matter most to people. Whether it's learning, working, caring for others, enjoying hobbies, maintaining independence, or connecting with family and friends, OTs work alongside individuals to overcome barriers and achieve their goals.

Through expert, person-centred support at every stage of life, Occupational Therapists help people participate in meaningful activities, improving health, wellbeing, independence, and overall quality of life.

Throughout the week, we'll be showcasing the diverse role of Occupational Therapy and sharing how participation truly changes everything. 💚

29/10/2026

🧠 World Stroke Day – 29 October 2026 🧠

World Stroke Day raises awareness of stroke prevention, recognising the signs of stroke and the importance of timely treatment.

As Occupational Therapists, we support people following a stroke to regain skills, maximise independence and return to meaningful everyday activities.

💙 Every stroke journey is different, and rehabilitation can make a real difference to quality of life.

Remember **FAST**: Face, Arms, Speech, Time to call 999.

27/10/2026

🌍💙 Happy World Occupational Therapy Day – 27th October 2026!💙🌍

Today we celebrate the incredible impact of Occupational Therapy in helping people of all ages to live more independently, participate in everyday activities, and achieve what matters most to them.

From supporting recovery and promoting wellbeing to adapting daily tasks and environments, Occupational Therapists help make everyday life possible. 👐✨

A huge thank you to all our Occupational Therapists for the difference they make in people’s lives every day!

15/10/2026

💙POP UP CARER EVENTS💙

Unpaid carers provide invaluable support to family members, friends and loved ones, often balancing caring responsibilities alongside their own work, health and family life.

As Occupational Therapists, we recognise the important role carers play in supporting independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

VSA are hosting drop in events for unpaid carers to learn what support is available locally, speak to staff about help available and find out more about carer’ rights.

💙Tuesday 20th October
Brew and Bletter, Community Centre (ground floor), Bath Street, Stonehaven AB39 2DH 10:30-12:00

💙Thursday 22nd October
Drop In Cafe, Kintore Church Hall, Kingsfield Road, Kintore AB51 0UB 10:00-14:00

💙Wednesday 28th October
Ballater Community & Heritage Hub, Victoria and Albert Halls, Station Square, Ballater AB35 5QB 10:00-14:00

08/10/2026

👁️ World Sight Day – 8 October 2026 🌍

World Sight Day raises awareness of the importance of eye health and the impact visual impairment can have on everyday life.

As Occupational Therapists, we support people to maintain independence and participate in meaningful daily activities.

We have created some self help guides to help people with visual impairments make things easier around their homes:

https://publications.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/acblobstorage/135a82c0-93d5-43f5-b6f5-0eb852720666/tips-for-around-the-house-with-a-visual-impairment.pdf

https://publications.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/acblobstorage/04bf0b1a-ea7c-46a6-b1e7-0c3693dc6f2f/tips-for-using-the-kitchen-with-a-visual-impairment.pdf

💙 Our Visual Impairment Team provides advice, practical strategies and support to help people with visual impairments live as independently as possible. You can find more information on how to refer to the visual impairment team via the Aberdeenshire Council website.

Together, let’s promote accessibility, inclusion and independence for all.

29/09/2026

🏠 Independent Living Hub - This Thursday!

Join us at Forest View Day Centre, Stonehaven, from 11am to 1pm.

Explore innovative technology and practical aids that can help improve safety, confidence, and independence at home.

Come along, have a look, ask questions, and discover solutions that could make everyday living easier.

Everyone Welcome- just pop in, no appointment needed.

💙 Please like, share, and help us spread the word.

Aberdeenshire Council Aberdeenshire Health & Social Care Partnership - AHSCP

28/09/2026

A huge congratulations to our team of "grannies" who successfully completed the Beast Race in Banchory! This tough 10K obstacle course involved mud, cold water, climbing, jumping, and we could imagine, plenty of laughs. What an incredible achievement! Go grannies!

All funds raised for Age Scotland

28/09/2026

We're pleased to share a link (below) to the Building Health into Homes initiative from the Royal College of Occupational Therapists, which highlights the connection between housing, health and wellbeing. The resources demonstrate how housing can underpin health and wellbeing while promoting independence and supporting better outcomes by ensuring people's homes enable them to live safely and well.

"A key message is that the home should be seen as part of the solution to Scotland’s health and care challenges. Occupational therapists already play an important role in connecting services, identifying risks early and supporting people to live safely and well at home" Royal College of Occupational Therapists

https://www.scottishhousingnews.com/articles/building-health-into-homes-must-be-central-part-of-prevention-report-argues?

Housing must be treated as a core part of preventing placing avoidable pressure on health and social care services, not an issue addressed only once people reach crisis point, according to a new report by the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT). Building Health into Homes highlights the

04/09/2026

☕ Macmillan Coffee Morning 2026 💚

We’re encouraging everyone across Aberdeenshire to come together, enjoy a coffee and cake, and help raise vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.

A cancer diagnosis can affect every part of someone’s life, and Macmillan provides essential support to people living with cancer and their loved ones. Every coffee morning, donation and conversation can help make a real difference.

Here are some local ones around the area you can attend.

💚Auchtercrag Care Home, Ellon 25th September 10:30-12:00pm.

☕️ Mormond West Parish Church, Strichen 17th September 2:00-4:00pm, 7:00-9:00pm.

💚Aboyne Bowling Club 3rd October 10:00-4:00pm.

☕️ Brio Landale Court, Stonehaven 25th September all day.