The Global Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. Alison's work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
About Alison
I am Research Lead for Occupational Therapy with the University of Plymouth and Interim Pathway lead for the MSc Advanced Professional Practice in Occupational Therapy. Throughout my career I have integrated professional practice experience with service development and research particularly in supporting people living with dementia.
I have an interest in innovative placement models, professional identity development and interprofessional working. I have expereince of working in the UK, Romania and Republic of Ireland.
As a member of the Prime Minister Dementia Working Group for Air Transport I seek to raise the importance of this meaningful occupation and improve the experiences flying for people with dementia and their carers.
Lead for the Research Group Participation in Every day life Univerity of Plymouth https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/participation-in-everyday-life
Supervised Research Degrees
PhD Completions: 4
Current Director of Studies
3 PhD students (Social Transformation with Realist Methods; Bespoke Technology for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Dementia; Chronic Pain & Occupation)
Current Supervisor 2nd Supervisor
2 Part time students (Technology & Older People; Phenomenology & Paddleboarding)
Teaching
I enjoy facilitating learning in a broad range of subjects, particularly in the area of dementia care , research and innovative placement models including role emerging placements . I am an advocate of interprofessional learning and encourage entrepreneurial practice in emerging areas for occupational therapy. I am also interested in integrating digital health into healthcare.
I have developed several distance learning and blended learning modules at pre and post graduate levels.
Contact Alison
InterCity Place, Plymouth Railway Station, North Road East,, Plymouth, PL4 6AB
+44 1752 587582
alison.warren@plymouth.ac.uk
