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I am Research Lead for Occupational Therapy and lecturer with the University of Plymouth. Throughout my career I have integrated professional practice experience with service development and research. My occupaional therapy practice relates to working in the community, mental health services and supporting people living with dementia and thier carers.
I have an interest in community engagement, professional identity development and interprofessional working. I have expereince of working in the UK, the Republic of Ireland and volunteering in Romania.
Lead for the Research Group Participation in Every day life Univerity of Plymouth https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/participation-in-everyday-life
I am co-investigator on the Elizabeth Casson Trust 2025 Research Award-funded study OT-PRIME; exploring how, why, and for whom occupational therapy works in primary care using realist methodologies
Professional memberships
- Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)
- Fellow of Higher Education Academy (FHEA)
Roles on external bodies
Previous Accreditor for Royal College of Occupational Therapists
External & Internal PhD Examiner
Previous External Examiner BSc (Hons) Occupational therapy programmes
Supervised research degrees
PhD Completions: 5
Current Director of Studies
3 PhD students (Bespoke Technology for Adults with Learning Disabilities and Dementia; Chronic Pain & Occupation; International Sustainable Practice)
Current Supervisor 2nd Supervisor
2 Part time students (Technology & Older People; Phenomenology & Paddleboarding)
Teaching interests
I enjoy facilitating learning in a broad range of subjects, particularly in the area of community engagement, dementia care and research. I am an advocate of interprofessional learning and encourage entrepreneurial practice in emerging areas for occupational therapy.
I have developed several distance learning and blended learning modules at pre and post graduate levels.
Research Interests
- Dementia
- Emerging Practice Areas
- Technology
- Air Travel
- Qualitative Research
- Primary Care
- Occupational Therapy
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development 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. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 4 Quality Education -
SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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GOALD: Generating Older Active Lives Digitally (GOALD) - Connectivity and Digital Design for Promoting Health and Well-being Across Generations, Places and Spaces
Willis, K. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Veliz Reyes, A. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Gaudl, S. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Krizaj, T. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Warren, A. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Asthana, S. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Chatterjee, A. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Jones, R. (PI - Principal Investigator) & Cooper, L. (RF - Research Fellow)
The Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
1/03/21 → 29/02/24
Project: Research
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OT-PRIME: Employing Realist Methods to Understand How, Why, and for Whom Occupational Therapy Works in Primary Care
Cunningham, M. (PI - Principal Investigator), Di Bona, L. (PI - Principal Investigator), Wakley, S. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Warren, A. (CoI - Co-Investigator), Hardwick, R. (CoI - Co-Investigator) & Hickson, M. (CoI - Co-Investigator)
1/12/25 → 30/11/27
Project: Research
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An exploration of the experiences of vulnerable young people participating in a stand-up paddle-boarding therapy course; a phenomenological study
Hornsby, C., Warren, A., Raine, R. & Morgan, A., 5 Apr 2026, In: Health & Social Care in the Community. 2026, 1, 11 p., 6382125.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Co-design in supported living intellectual disability settings
Morris, B. & Warren, A., 2026.Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review
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From Theory to Transformation: the real value of OT models of practice
Warren, A., 16 Apr 2026.Research output: Contribution to conference › Conference paper (not formally published)
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Implementation of an Occupational Therapy-Led, Sensory-Based Intervention in a Secure Children’s Home: A Qualitative Study of Staff Experiences
Steede, K. & Warren, A., 4 Apr 2026, In: Occupational Therapy in Mental Health.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Mapping the role of occupational therapy within primary care services: A scoping review
Davies, K.-M., Warren, A. & Wakley, S., 29 Apr 2026, (E-pub ahead of print) In: British Journal of Occupational Therapy.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Media stories
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Blooming Well horticulture program by Mustard Tree Charity
29/08/23
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