- G15, Peninsula Allied Health Centre, College of St Mark & St John, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8BH
- +44 1752 587572
- katherine.turner@plymouth.ac.uk
Profiles
Mrs Katherine Turner
Demonstrator
School of Health Professions (HP) (Faculty of Health & Human Sciences (HP))
Role
I am currently an Occupational Therapy PhD Student (April 2016 to March 2019), supported by a Plymouth University Studentship.
My PhD will explore the core components of Dementia Friendly Flying, with a view to maintaining and/or increasing participation in air travel for this group.
Qualifications
MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-Registration) - University of Cumbria
BSc Complementary Therapies - University of Cumbria
Professional membership
Member of Health and Care Professions Council
Member of British Association of Occupational Therapists
Research interests
My main research interests include Dementia Care, particularly Dementia Friendly Communities and Dementia Friendly Travel. I am also interested in Social Housing and the role Occupational Therapists can play in facilitating independence for rural dwelling older adults.