Occupational Therapy Adaptation Conference

23/07/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard!

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23/07/2026

23/07/2026

18/07/2026

Potentially the first UK disabled astronaut will soon be heading to space

UK astronaut John McFall could become the first person with a physical disability to live in orbit, thanks to an agreement signed between the UK government and US commercial space company Vast.

05/07/2026

🌟 Meet Dani Base OT at OTAC Peterborough 🌟

We're delighted that Dani Base OT will be joining us at OTAC Peterborough.

Dani is an experienced independent Occupational Therapist with a passion for helping children and adults achieve improved comfort, function and participation through effective postural support and positioning solutions. Her practical, client-centred approach and extensive clinical knowledge make her a valuable resource for therapists, families and case managers alike.

At the event, delegates can find out more about Posture Snug®, an innovative postural support system designed to provide flexible positioning, comfort and stability for individuals with complex physical needs. Posture Snug offers adaptable support for use at home, in education and within care environments, helping to promote participation, wellbeing and quality of life.

Why should delegates visit Dani's stand?
✔ Discover practical postural management strategies
✔ Learn about the benefits and applications of Posture Snug®
✔ Discuss complex seating and positioning challenges
✔ Explore creative solutions that support comfort, function and independence
✔ Gain insights from an experienced independent Occupational Therapist working directly with families and multidisciplinary teams

Whether you're an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Case Manager, commissioner, educator or family member, Dani would love to chat about how effective postural support can make a meaningful difference to everyday life.

Be sure to stop by and say hello at OTAC Peterborough! This Thursday

05/07/2026

Meet Our Peterborough Exhibitors

OTAC Peterborough 2026

Exhibitor Guide

Enable Access
Specialism: Modular ramps, step lifts, fast-track access solutions
Why visit: Practical, rapid access solutions for discharge planning and home entry challenges.

Channel Healthcare
Specialism: Clinical seating, posture management, pressure care, moving & handling
Why visit: Strong clinical focus with CPD content and hands-on seating/posture expertise.

Stiltz
Specialism: Through-floor domestic homelifts
Why visit: Space-saving alternative to stairlifts for long-term home independence.

Abilia
Specialism: Cognitive support technology and assistive planning tools
Why visit: Excellent for dementia, autism and cognitive impairment support strategies.

Possum
Specialism: Environmental Control Systems (ECS) and assistive technology
Why visit: Enables independent control of home environment for people with high physical disability.

Pressalit
Specialism: Height-adjustable bathroom and kitchen systems
Why visit: Inclusive design solutions for long-term adaptable home environments.

Seating Matters
Specialism: Clinical seating and posture management systems
Why visit: Key for complex seating, pressure management and postural support needs.

Lewis Reed
Specialism: Wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs)
Why visit: Transport independence and discharge-to-community mobility solutions.

Chunc
Specialism: Specialist wheelchairs and seating provision
Why visit: Strong paediatric and complex seating pathways, including rental options.

Shine Charity
Specialism: Support for spinal cord injury and neurological conditions
Why visit: Lived experience insight, advocacy and family support pathways.

Mobility in Motion
Specialism: Mobility equipment and rehabilitation solutions
Why visit: Wide equipment range for comparing clinical and community mobility options.

ISKOmed
Specialism: Pressure care / beds / standers / mattresses and support surfaces
Why visit: Specialist high-risk pressure redistribution systems for bed-based care.

The Stair Climbing Company
Specialism: Portable stair climbing systems
Why visit: Temporary or emergency access solutions where lifts/ramps are not possible.

Terry Lifts
Specialism: Step lifts, platform lifts and domestic lift systems
Why visit: Practical access solutions for domestic and public buildings.

AATGB (AAT GB Ltd)
Specialism: Stair climbers, evacuation systems and postural support solutions
Why visit: Live demonstration of stair climbing technology, evacuation solutions, and posture-support systems for complex mobility needs.

Centrobed
Specialism: Profiling beds and specialist care beds
Why visit: Sleep positioning, pressure care and complex bed-based clinical support.

Po***ck Lifts
Specialism: Passenger and platform lift systems
Why visit: Engineering-led solutions for complex access and building adaptations.

NRS Healthcare
Specialism: Community equipment and daily living aids
Why visit: Broad OT equipment range for benchmarking and procurement comparison.

PPM Kitchens & Bedrooms
Specialism: Accessible kitchens and bedroom adaptations
Why visit: Whole-home adaptation solutions beyond bathrooms and access.

Etac
Specialism: Moving & handling, bathing and daily living aids
Why visit: Trusted clinical equipment for care environments and community OT use.

Impey
Specialism: Level access showers and wet room systems
Why visit: Core supplier for safe, accessible bathroom adaptations.

Altro
Specialism: Safety flooring and hygienic wall cladding
Why visit: Falls prevention, infection control and wet environment safety solutions.

Ropox
Specialism: Adjustable kitchen and bathroom systems
Why visit: Ergonomic inclusive design supporting independence in daily tasks.

Rett UK
Specialism: Support for individuals with Rett syndrome and families
Why visit: Specialist neurodevelopmental insight and family support pathways.

05/07/2026

📢 OTAC Peterborough is next Thursday!

Join us on Thursday 9 July 2026 at the Holiday Inn Peterborough – West for the UK's leading free conference and exhibition dedicated to home adaptations, accessible environments and independent living.
OTAC brings together Occupational Therapists, Trusted Assessors, housing professionals, commissioners, students and suppliers for a full day of CPD, networking and practical solutions.

🎤 Seminar highlights include:

• Enhancing Independence through Assistive Technology – Possum
• Time and Planning Solutions for Cognitive Disorders – Abilia
• Short-Term Rental Wheelchair Provision – Chunc
• Step Lifts in Practice – Terry Lifts
• Fast-Track Ramp Solutions for Different Budgets – Enable Access
• From Assessment to Installation: The Homelift Journey – Stiltz
• Optimising Clinical Seating: Evidence-Based Posture, Alignment & Pressure Care – Channel Healthcare
• Creating Accessible Homes – The Stair Climbing Company

🏢 Meet leading exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations in home adaptations, accessible bathrooms, ramps, lifts, seating, mobility equipment, assistive technology and housing solutions.

⭐ Thank you to our sponsors:

Headline Sponsor: Enable Access
Workshop Sponsor: Channel Healthcare
Bag sponsor Stiltz Home Lifts

📅 Thursday 9 July 2026

📍 Holiday Inn Peterborough – West

🕣 OTAC opens at 8:30am

🍽 Complimentary refreshments and lunch included

🎟 FREE to attend

There is still time to register and join colleagues from across health, social care and housing for a fantastic day of learning, networking and innovation.
🌐 Register today at www.otac.org.uk

Occupational Therapy Adaptation Conference and Exhibition Welcome to the UK’s only FREE Occupational Therapy Adaptations Conference and Exhibition brought to you by Promoting Independence. Each year we organise free to attend conferences across the country offering CPD seminars and exhibitions for...

03/07/2026

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15/06/2026

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02/06/2026

We’re delighted to be hosting our Advanced Practice Conference on 1st July at our Wheeler campus!

During the day you can expect talks from healthcare experts, insightful discussions on advanced clinical practice and opportunities for networking and professional development.

This event is perfect for Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Healthcare Professionals, Students and Trainees, Educators and Researchers.

Register for tickets here - https://bit.ly/4dK0kzf