Rachael Eckford MSc Clinical Leadership in End of Life Care, PGDip in Occupational Therapy, BA (Hons) Health Studies. Registered with HCPC, RCOT member and NEC Research lead for Specialist Sections Independent Practice and Neurological Practice

I am a highly motivated Occupational Therapist with 20 years clinical experience in hospital and rehabilitation environments.

I have considerable experience in the areas of A&E, orthopaedics, dementia, general medicine, oncology, neurological rehabilitation and end of life care.

I have extensive skills in assessing complex needs and the ability to identify and implement outcome focused recommendations, and goal setting. My excellent knowledge of other professional disciplines enables me to support clients to effectively access appropriate services for their specific and individual needs.

I have extensive experience of managing teams of therapists and support staff. I also have over five years experience as a case manager.

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Qualifications

MSc, PGDip, BA (Hons)

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Services

• Adult 25 +
• Older person (65+)
• Case Management
• Mentoring
• Practice Audit & Evaluation
• Professional Supervision
• Neuro Rehabilitation
• Advice about access, bathroom &/or kitchen adaptations or equipment Home adaptations for independent living
• Falls prevention
• Practical strategies/treatment to overcome daily challenges caused by illness, accident, recent diagnosis or ageing.
• Long term conditions management in the community
• Oncology & Palliative Care or Condition Management
• Brain or Spinal Injury expertise
• Trauma & Orthopedics expertise
• Carer Support
• Help and support with pain or fatigue-management techniques
• Therapeutic assessment, support and intervention for memory problems
• Support with Alzheimer's disease or other dementias
• Neurological conditions expertise
• Cerebral Palsy expertise
• OT Assessments and interventions on behalf of a case manager
• Case management after a catastrophic injury
• Mentoring or supervision
• CPD advice/HCPC Audit support
• Coaching/Mentoring