1. Actively Engaged Joanne Payne & Andrea Boyd Specialist Occupational Therapists

2. Progress since June 2011… Activity workshop training is now available on a rolling programme. This is available to Health, Social Work and Care Home Staff. An Activity Network Forum has been established, offering individuals peer support and training. This forum is bi- monthly and is open to any individuals who are carrying out activities with Older People. Activity Website is being launched today!

3. Pilot project funded by the Scottish Government Health Department Actively EngAGED will be a website bringing together evidence based practise, tools and techniques Offers one point of access for anyone supporting an Older Person in any care setting Actively EngAGED emphasises the importance of older people and individuals with dementia to remain engaged in everyday life. Initially the project will be piloted in Ayrshire, however the outcomes will be share nationally

4. Based on ‘Make Every Moment Count’ tool This is an evidence based Scottish National Guide to valuing everyday activity Comprises 5 key messages that underpin the promotion and use of activity in any care setting This tool has been developed in partnership with Health, Care Inspectorate, BUPA etc

5. 5 Key Messages Get to know me It’s not just what you do…it is how you make me feel Know what I can do and support me to do it Help me to feel comfortable, safe and secure in my surroundings Remember the little things add up

6. Quality assured and easily accessible materials through one point of access Ideas, hints and tips about a wide range of everyday activities “How to” suggestions to tailor and adapt activities so that is works for the individual A ‘blog’ spot to share ideas, feedback and experiences from frontline staff Information about events/training

7. Afternoon Workshop Get Involved…. What do you think would be useful to see on the website? Would you use the website? Please feel free to participate in discussion, ask any questions and offer suggestions

8. Contact us Website address: www.nhsaaa.net/activelyengaged E-mail: ActivelyEngaged@aapct.scot.nhs.uk 01292 617291

9. “To accomplish great things we must not only act, but also dream; not only plan, but also believe” (AnatoleFrance 1896) Thanks for listening, and please make use of our website.