Theory and Application

DFG Waiting Lists and Impact on Occupational Therapy Practice

Man in a wheelchair and a smiling woman outside a building

Learning objectives

  • Consider the current stresses on services, reviewing impact on therapist and client.
  • Reflect on whether practice changes have impacted on occupational therapy processes and/or standards.
  • Review current resources, physical and financial, and challenges meeting demand.
  • Discuss opportunities for collaboration to support the needs of service users and those waiting for assessment.

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.