1. Inclusive bath-time play for disabled children

Showcase Theatre, Louise Sharp, Occupational Therapist
26th November, 15:20 – 15:50
27th November, 10:50 – 11:20

Exploring the importance of play in child development and the potential bath time play has as a therapeutic experience.

Learning objectives

• How children learn through play 
• The benefits and barriers of bath time play
• How to create inclusive bath time play experience
• How OTs can support parents to play

2. Addressing the growing pressure on unpaid carers during bathing

Stand D25, Louise Sharp, Occupational Therapist
26th November, 10:00 – 10:20
27th November, 10:00 – 10:20

Explore how unpaid carers are saving money for the NHS and social services and the emotional and physical burden of bathing. 

Learning objectives

• Stats on aging populations and amount of unpaid carers
• Financial saving this is making on NHS
• Complexities of bathing and tasks in the bathroom being the most dangerous
• How the provision of specialist equipment can support unpaid carers and provide return on investment
   

Stand D25, Louise Sharp, Occupational Therapist
26th November, 11:30 – 11:50
27th November, 12:15 – 12:35

Exploring the barriers to bathing with epilepsy and how the provision of a specialist bath can support access to bathing.

Learning objectives

• Outline the risk associated with bathing and epilepsy
• What the legislation says
• Epilepsy centre using abacus baths - a quote from them to support bathing
• Multidisciplinary approach to decision making
• Risk assessments
• How specialist baths help

4. Understanding the theory behind chromotherapy and bathing

Stand D25, Louise Sharp, Occupational Therapist
26th November, 13:30 – 13:50
27th November, 13:30 – 13:50

Explore the theoretical foundations of chromotherapy, its integration into specialist bathing equipment and its uses and benefits.

Learning objectives

• What is chromotherapy?
• Discuss the historical theory
• Application in bathing and how it can be used
• Benefits

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Picture caption: The OT-led seminars on the Abacus stand at the 2025 OT Show promise to be ever more popular than last year.

Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions

Part of the Gainsborough Healthcare Group, we are a specialist UK manufacturer of accessible baths for domestic bathrooms, respite centres and rehabilitation facilities. Our caring and ethical team work closely with families and Occupational Therapists to ensure the needs of vulnerable bathers, of all ages, are met appropriately and effectively.

Our frontline engagement ensures solutions maximise independence and inclusion. Through access to our powered baths, postural supports and complementary solutions, individuals affected by disability can enjoy the well-being benefits of bathing safely with peace of mind. Enhanced by our diligent assessment-led service, we passionately strive to achieve positive outcomes for all.

For further information please contact:                                              Issued on behalf of:

Jon Nock                                                                                                 Abacus Specialist Bathroom Solutions
Director                                                                                                  Gainsborough Healthcare Group Ltd
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