Mary Derrick Registered Independent Occupational Therapist

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Mary Derrick Registered Independent Occupational Therapist Specialist Occupational Therapist supporting adults with mental health needs, those living with dementia and behaviours which challenge.

I provide in depth assessments and practical strategies to promote independence, safety and quality of life. Mary Derrick is a passionate, dedicated and well respected Registered Occupational Therapist with over 30 years of experience in various clinical areas and settings. She is a member of the Independent Practice Specialist Section within the Royal College of Occupational Therapy. The importance of accessing opportunities for engagement in meaningful and purposeful activity within everyday life is fundamental to the professional assessments and further recommended interventions. The wealth of professional experience in different clinical areas and settings, supports her ability to use well developed transferable skills to provide thorough assessments and specialised interventions to a range of individuals who may be living with physical, cognitive, psychological difficulties that affect their level of functioning in everyday life. Mary holds a strong belief that individuals can gain an improved sense of health and well being through achievable person centred goal setting in order to access a balance in roles within self care, leisure and productivity.

Sometimes we stumble across simple resources in our local shops that are both reasonably priced and offer so much for a ...
12/10/2026

Sometimes we stumble across simple resources in our local shops that are both reasonably priced and offer so much for a shared or individual activity. These colouring books show a coloured illustration alongside an illustration for colouring in. Equally, beautiful just to thumb through, to be curious with or without another. ( #£2.99) 😍

Just cut back virginia creeper - a beautiful medium to use within activity 🍁 🍂, much easier on the hands than willow, wo...
12/10/2026

Just cut back virginia creeper - a beautiful medium to use within activity 🍁 🍂, much easier on the hands than willow, worked gently into simple wreaths or other structures for the garden. We did enjoy this autumnal activity - sparked connections and chatter about all sorts of things!

Too wet out there this morning for our usual Supported Volunteering session at Meadow View Care Centre garden space, Derbyshire County Council - so we stayed indoors and created beautiful wreaths with this virginia creeper just cut back. We congratulated ourselves on our master pieces 😍 🍁 🍂

Mary Derrick Registered Independent Occupational Therapist

11/10/2026

Starting tomorrow! 💚 A wonderful opportunity for everyone. Looking forward to supervising Keele University School of Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy Occupational Therapy students on their role emerging OT placements at FRONTLINEdance & New Vic Theatre. Good luck!

12/09/2026
12/09/2026

🦋Improved emotional regulation 🦋

🦋After just 12 sessions, children and young people are better able to understand, express and manage their feelings, reducing emotional outbursts, building resilience, and restoring calm to classrooms and homes.

🦋Drawing and Talking creates the emotional space needed for healing, without confrontation or pressure to talk directly about trauma.

Want to explore how this can work in your school?
👉 Join our FREE webinar: https://community.drawingandtalking.com/member

https://www.tide.uk.net/resources/ If you are a family member of a person living with dementia in a care home, this web...
08/09/2026

https://www.tide.uk.net/resources/

If you are a family member of a person living with dementia in a care home, this website has all sorts of worthy information, guidance and resources. Maybe check it out ❤️‍🩹

Want to learn more about what we do at tide and learn more about how you can get involved? You've come to the right place.

Me 💚 Full profile on the Royal College of Occupational Therapists 'find an OT' page https://rcotss-ip.org.uk/find #?loca...
08/08/2026

Me 💚
Full profile on the Royal College of Occupational Therapists 'find an OT' page https://rcotss-ip.org.uk/find #?location=matlock,%20UK&serviceType=&service=

'Specialist Occupational Therapist supporting older adults with mental health needs, dementia and behaviours that challenge. I provide in-depth assessments and practical strategies to promote independence, safety and quality of life. Supporting people in their own homes and care homes, I work collaboratively with individuals, families and carers to enhance everyday living.'






That's Drawing and Talking 🦋
07/08/2026

That's Drawing and Talking 🦋


Want to find out more? Drop me a line on Messenger or a text on 07450 195051 🦋
07/08/2026

Want to find out more? Drop me a line on Messenger or a text on 07450 195051 🦋

'Keeping your brain active through social interaction, learning new skills and regular exercise could play an important ...
06/08/2026

'Keeping your brain active through social interaction, learning new skills and regular exercise could play an important role in protecting long term brain health.'

Keeping your brain active through social interaction, learning new skills and regular exercise could play an important role in protecting long term brain health. Psychologist Kimberley Wilson joined BBC Morning Live in the studio to share her practical tips, explaining how everyday habits can help k...

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