Matthew Hocking
@matthoc.bsky.social
Trying to live more slowly, an occupational therapist amongst other things.
All views shared are strictly my own.
All views shared are strictly my own.
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If you’re thinking about swapping flights for trains next year, Interrail’s 25% off deal is actually decent. Makes planning way less painful. www.interrail.eu/en #BudgetTravel
#Wanderlust #GreenTravel
November 28, 2025 at 4:57 PM
If you’re thinking about swapping flights for trains next year, Interrail’s 25% off deal is actually decent. Makes planning way less painful. www.interrail.eu/en #BudgetTravel
#Wanderlust #GreenTravel
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Our next free webinar is now just 10 days away.
Delirium & Dementia: Recognising, Responding, and Supporting Together
Monday, 8 December, 2–3pm (UK time)
Free to attend. Sign up here:
buff.ly/V0LlEej
Follow us on Eventbrite to stay up to date with our upcoming webinars:
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Delirium & Dementia: Recognising, Responding, and Supporting Together
Monday, 8 December, 2–3pm (UK time)
Free to attend. Sign up here:
buff.ly/V0LlEej
Follow us on Eventbrite to stay up to date with our upcoming webinars:
buff.ly/QIDwALo
November 28, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Our next free webinar is now just 10 days away.
Delirium & Dementia: Recognising, Responding, and Supporting Together
Monday, 8 December, 2–3pm (UK time)
Free to attend. Sign up here:
buff.ly/V0LlEej
Follow us on Eventbrite to stay up to date with our upcoming webinars:
buff.ly/QIDwALo
Delirium & Dementia: Recognising, Responding, and Supporting Together
Monday, 8 December, 2–3pm (UK time)
Free to attend. Sign up here:
buff.ly/V0LlEej
Follow us on Eventbrite to stay up to date with our upcoming webinars:
buff.ly/QIDwALo
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Thank GOD for Andrew Fisher!! FINALLY we get to hear about Spain on #r4today
The fastest growing economy in Europe & outstripping the US as well & how?
Wealth tax, rent controls & a positive integration-focused approach to immigration & asylum!! 🙌👏👏👏
The fastest growing economy in Europe & outstripping the US as well & how?
Wealth tax, rent controls & a positive integration-focused approach to immigration & asylum!! 🙌👏👏👏
November 28, 2025 at 8:59 AM
Thank GOD for Andrew Fisher!! FINALLY we get to hear about Spain on #r4today
The fastest growing economy in Europe & outstripping the US as well & how?
Wealth tax, rent controls & a positive integration-focused approach to immigration & asylum!! 🙌👏👏👏
The fastest growing economy in Europe & outstripping the US as well & how?
Wealth tax, rent controls & a positive integration-focused approach to immigration & asylum!! 🙌👏👏👏
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We see the challenges our members in Higher Education are facing and we stand with you.
Redundancies and job insecurity threaten the future of occupational therapy education and research.
Read our full statement and find out how to get support: https://loom.ly/Oz5qxak
Redundancies and job insecurity threaten the future of occupational therapy education and research.
Read our full statement and find out how to get support: https://loom.ly/Oz5qxak
November 28, 2025 at 10:55 AM
We see the challenges our members in Higher Education are facing and we stand with you.
Redundancies and job insecurity threaten the future of occupational therapy education and research.
Read our full statement and find out how to get support: https://loom.ly/Oz5qxak
Redundancies and job insecurity threaten the future of occupational therapy education and research.
Read our full statement and find out how to get support: https://loom.ly/Oz5qxak
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And until 5 pm tomorrow, any donation to @rewildingbritain.org.uk will be doubled. Please pitch in if you can. www.rewildingbritain.org.uk/appeal
Winter appeal 2025 - Our Future is Wild
For 10 days, until 28 November, every donation will be doubled when you give to our appeal.
www.rewildingbritain.org.uk
November 27, 2025 at 3:25 PM
And until 5 pm tomorrow, any donation to @rewildingbritain.org.uk will be doubled. Please pitch in if you can. www.rewildingbritain.org.uk/appeal
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We’re heading to the OT Show – and we’d love to see you there!
📍 Stand B40
Whether you’re curious about tech, passionate about professional growth or ready to influence housing policy – there’s something for you.
Will we see you there?
https://loom.ly/uIj_hXI
📍 Stand B40
Whether you’re curious about tech, passionate about professional growth or ready to influence housing policy – there’s something for you.
Will we see you there?
https://loom.ly/uIj_hXI
November 24, 2025 at 2:05 PM
We’re heading to the OT Show – and we’d love to see you there!
📍 Stand B40
Whether you’re curious about tech, passionate about professional growth or ready to influence housing policy – there’s something for you.
Will we see you there?
https://loom.ly/uIj_hXI
📍 Stand B40
Whether you’re curious about tech, passionate about professional growth or ready to influence housing policy – there’s something for you.
Will we see you there?
https://loom.ly/uIj_hXI
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Every child deserves guidance, not just punishment.
We stand for young people in the criminal justice system - ensuring they get support, education, and second chances.
Because every young life matters.
#TheWhyBehindTheWhat #YouthJustice #SupportNotStigma #EveryChildCounts
We stand for young people in the criminal justice system - ensuring they get support, education, and second chances.
Because every young life matters.
#TheWhyBehindTheWhat #YouthJustice #SupportNotStigma #EveryChildCounts
November 24, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Every child deserves guidance, not just punishment.
We stand for young people in the criminal justice system - ensuring they get support, education, and second chances.
Because every young life matters.
#TheWhyBehindTheWhat #YouthJustice #SupportNotStigma #EveryChildCounts
We stand for young people in the criminal justice system - ensuring they get support, education, and second chances.
Because every young life matters.
#TheWhyBehindTheWhat #YouthJustice #SupportNotStigma #EveryChildCounts
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The Alternative Budget 2025, Part 7: The politics of care www.taxresearch.org.uk/Blog/2025/11... Governments have not cared about people for far too long. In my draft alternative Budget, I would change that, for good. Politics is nothing if it is not about care.
The Alternative Budget 2025, Part 7: The politics of care
Rachel Reeves will be presenting her Budget on November 26, if the Labour government of which she is a part lasts that long.
I will be commenting on that Budget on the day on BBC Radio 2, and elsewh...
www.taxresearch.org.uk
November 22, 2025 at 7:37 AM
The Alternative Budget 2025, Part 7: The politics of care www.taxresearch.org.uk/Blog/2025/11... Governments have not cared about people for far too long. In my draft alternative Budget, I would change that, for good. Politics is nothing if it is not about care.
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Eddie chose to stop flying. It was awkward at first, but his stand shifted workplace culture and proved travel can be epic without huge emissions. Join the Flight Free Challenge! #FlightFree
#ClimateCrisis
flightfree.co.uk/post/sorry-b...
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Eddie:
When Eddie decided to stop flying, it had a knock-on effect at work. He shares how taking a stand can be awkward, but can also shift people’s perspectives.
flightfree.co.uk
November 21, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Eddie chose to stop flying. It was awkward at first, but his stand shifted workplace culture and proved travel can be epic without huge emissions. Join the Flight Free Challenge! #FlightFree
#ClimateCrisis
flightfree.co.uk/post/sorry-b...
flightfree.co.uk/post/sorry-b...
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Goodluck to our Occupational Therapy team who are finalists at this year’s HSJ Awards, taking place tomorrow.
The team are shortlisted for Mental Health Innovation of the Year for improving efficiency and person-centredness.
Read more: www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/lat...
The team are shortlisted for Mental Health Innovation of the Year for improving efficiency and person-centredness.
Read more: www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/lat...
November 19, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Goodluck to our Occupational Therapy team who are finalists at this year’s HSJ Awards, taking place tomorrow.
The team are shortlisted for Mental Health Innovation of the Year for improving efficiency and person-centredness.
Read more: www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/lat...
The team are shortlisted for Mental Health Innovation of the Year for improving efficiency and person-centredness.
Read more: www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/about-us/lat...
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“Behavioural expressions of need” is the preferred term put forward by the Advisory Group for the Psychology of Ageing Network to replace phrases like “behaviour that challenges” and BPSD. This was highlighted by psychologists at the end of Parallel Session 6.1. Worth keeping in mind going forward.
November 18, 2025 at 4:44 PM
“Behavioural expressions of need” is the preferred term put forward by the Advisory Group for the Psychology of Ageing Network to replace phrases like “behaviour that challenges” and BPSD. This was highlighted by psychologists at the end of Parallel Session 6.1. Worth keeping in mind going forward.
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Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester joins us at #UKDC2025. Leaders elected by the people, for the people, have vital roles shaping policy reflecting the needs of communities they serve. Fingers crossed that talks like today help move that work forward.
@andyburnham.bsky.social
@andyburnham.bsky.social
November 17, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester joins us at #UKDC2025. Leaders elected by the people, for the people, have vital roles shaping policy reflecting the needs of communities they serve. Fingers crossed that talks like today help move that work forward.
@andyburnham.bsky.social
@andyburnham.bsky.social
‘Brain Health Clinic, ‘Dementia United’, ‘Living Well with Dementia’, Greater Manchester showcasing dementia initiatives, knowledgeable speakers including one Andy Burnham. #UKDC2025
November 17, 2025 at 2:42 PM
‘Brain Health Clinic, ‘Dementia United’, ‘Living Well with Dementia’, Greater Manchester showcasing dementia initiatives, knowledgeable speakers including one Andy Burnham. #UKDC2025
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Fascinating to hear from many different presentations at #Dementia Congress ~ talking about experience & benefits of using digital & other technologies, and how some technologies can exclude people, or people can be worried about misuse & fraud #DementiaCongress2025
November 17, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Fascinating to hear from many different presentations at #Dementia Congress ~ talking about experience & benefits of using digital & other technologies, and how some technologies can exclude people, or people can be worried about misuse & fraud #DementiaCongress2025
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Parallel workshop on young onset dementia. A full room and thoughtful discussion.
What do you think makes the biggest difference when supporting someone diagnosed at a younger age? #UKDC2025
What do you think makes the biggest difference when supporting someone diagnosed at a younger age? #UKDC2025
November 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Parallel workshop on young onset dementia. A full room and thoughtful discussion.
What do you think makes the biggest difference when supporting someone diagnosed at a younger age? #UKDC2025
What do you think makes the biggest difference when supporting someone diagnosed at a younger age? #UKDC2025
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Now that is a room. Really shows the scale of Congress this year. You could screen a blockbuster in here.
Thank you to all our partners, sponsors, and exhibitors for helping make it all possible. Find out more about them here: buff.ly/f4fDbH0
#UKDC2025
Thank you to all our partners, sponsors, and exhibitors for helping make it all possible. Find out more about them here: buff.ly/f4fDbH0
#UKDC2025
November 17, 2025 at 1:15 PM
Now that is a room. Really shows the scale of Congress this year. You could screen a blockbuster in here.
Thank you to all our partners, sponsors, and exhibitors for helping make it all possible. Find out more about them here: buff.ly/f4fDbH0
#UKDC2025
Thank you to all our partners, sponsors, and exhibitors for helping make it all possible. Find out more about them here: buff.ly/f4fDbH0
#UKDC2025
The Search, referring to people living with dementia searching for answers or comfort from memories of the past to make sense of distress in the present. #UKDC2025
November 17, 2025 at 12:21 PM
The Search, referring to people living with dementia searching for answers or comfort from memories of the past to make sense of distress in the present. #UKDC2025
Whatever happened to people bringing their own reusable cups to conferences etc?
Are we post sustainability?
Are we post sustainability?
November 17, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Whatever happened to people bringing their own reusable cups to conferences etc?
Are we post sustainability?
Are we post sustainability?
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Bridgewater Hall was glowing last night and looks even better in the sunshine today. The team has had our conference breakfast and we are all set for day one of #UKDC2025. What did everyone else fuel up with this morning?
November 17, 2025 at 7:34 AM
Bridgewater Hall was glowing last night and looks even better in the sunshine today. The team has had our conference breakfast and we are all set for day one of #UKDC2025. What did everyone else fuel up with this morning?
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This is what many of us have been saying. Part 3 of the Planning & Infrastructure Bill is based on a myth: that we don't have enough homes because wildlife and green spaces are protected. It will solve nothing, and inflict terrible harm on our remaining ecosystems
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
Nature not a blocker to housing growth, inquiry finds
Commons committee report challenges ‘lazy narrative’ used by ministers that scapegoats wildlife and the environment
www.theguardian.com
November 16, 2025 at 12:12 PM
This is what many of us have been saying. Part 3 of the Planning & Infrastructure Bill is based on a myth: that we don't have enough homes because wildlife and green spaces are protected. It will solve nothing, and inflict terrible harm on our remaining ecosystems
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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The Lewy Body Society has used World Alzheimer’s Month to highlight ongoing challenges around diagnosis for people with Lewy body dementia symptoms.
Read More: buff.ly/eF3NGH8
@lewybodysociety.bsky.social
Read More: buff.ly/eF3NGH8
@lewybodysociety.bsky.social
November 16, 2025 at 7:45 AM
The Lewy Body Society has used World Alzheimer’s Month to highlight ongoing challenges around diagnosis for people with Lewy body dementia symptoms.
Read More: buff.ly/eF3NGH8
@lewybodysociety.bsky.social
Read More: buff.ly/eF3NGH8
@lewybodysociety.bsky.social
Today’s quick to prepare, nutritious and wonderfully tasty but un-photogenic effort.
Butter beans in a spinach, kale, silken tofu, walnut and sunflower seed pesto. #eatkindly
Butter beans in a spinach, kale, silken tofu, walnut and sunflower seed pesto. #eatkindly
November 14, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Today’s quick to prepare, nutritious and wonderfully tasty but un-photogenic effort.
Butter beans in a spinach, kale, silken tofu, walnut and sunflower seed pesto. #eatkindly
Butter beans in a spinach, kale, silken tofu, walnut and sunflower seed pesto. #eatkindly
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Last week, it was announced that I'll be giving the Elizabeth Casson memorial lecture in 2026.
This week, (today!) I was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Derby ☺️
Finishing my career on a high!
This week, (today!) I was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Derby ☺️
Finishing my career on a high!
November 13, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Last week, it was announced that I'll be giving the Elizabeth Casson memorial lecture in 2026.
This week, (today!) I was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Derby ☺️
Finishing my career on a high!
This week, (today!) I was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of Derby ☺️
Finishing my career on a high!