Older People Age-Related Decline

Age-related decline: is it real and how does it impact practice?

Older man in a wheelchair being helped into an accessible vehicle

An online webinar with a focus on older people for Occupational Therapists and other professionals covering ‘Age-related decline: is it real and how does it impact practice?’ Provided and hosted by Closomat with experts from The Occupational Therapy Service.

Learning objectives

  • Reflect on what does ‘age-related decline’ mean in reality
  • Consider whether practice discriminates against or supports ageing
  • Discuss some of the relevant legislation and its impact on recommendations
  • Explore common conditions that are considered ‘age-related’

Our webinar presenter

Lucy Leonard

Lucy Leonard

Occupational Therapist & Clinical Director

Lucy has over 25 years’ occupational therapy experience across health and social care, including more than 20 years in statutory services and 10 years in the independent sector. She specialises in neurological, orthopaedic and polytrauma rehabilitation. As Clinical Director, Lucy leads clinical governance, supports the associate network, oversees key partnerships and provides strategic leadership across occupational therapy projects nationwide.