The Essence of OT-ness

The Essence of OT-ness

Today’s blog is written by Stefanie Kruger, private practitioner at Simply Senseable, and SAISI board member, who decided to conduct some of her own research into the loss of “OT-ness” in this year of the pandemic. Vanilla essence  is a delectable...
Students adapt to their own COVID journey challenges

Students adapt to their own COVID journey challenges

Today’s post is written by Karen Powell, private practitioner for infants, toddlers and children and SAISI board member. “Life is neither static nor unchanging. With no individuality, there can be no change, no adaptation and, in an inherently changing world,...

Sensory Deprivation for the elderly in COVID times

By Sally Fraser-Mackenzie Despite the fact that most of my work is based in SI and paediatrics, I’ve always had a strong passion for mental health and the elderly. I have been working closely with some elderly clients in the past few years. Through regular sessions, I...
Ode to the OT’s of 2020

Ode to the OT’s of 2020

Today’s blog post is a creative outlet.  Maybe you identify with part of it.  Maybe it inspires you to reflect on your own journey through this pandemic. May it give you hope! It started off with disbelief.   We were sent home, to the quiet, the questions...
OT from the tent: A creative space for teletherapy

OT from the tent: A creative space for teletherapy

Today’s blog post is written by Lauri Adams. Lauri graduated from UCT in 2012, and completed her training in Ayres Sensory Integration in 2018.  She opened her private practice focusing on paediatrics and is based at various schools in Durban.  Today she shares...