Occupational therapists
The occupational therapists make a tremendous difference to the lives of people with disabilities. From stroke patients to children with cerebral palsy, they’re improving their quality of life in the hospital and through community outreach. An example of the creative care they offer and how it makes a difference is the Hope Therapy programme. Click the link for details. For more information on rehabilitation services in a rural area, see http://www.ruralrehab.co.za
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Helena Langenhoven
Occupational Therapist Helena studied at Stellenbosch and did her community service here in 2015, but the lack of posts thereafter forced her to the big city. After nearly two years at Baragwanath Hospital she returned in December 2017. Having grown up in a small town, her passion is for rural health and wants to be part of bringing lasting change to communities. As such, her interests are broad - from home visits to meet people where they're at, to the technical side of managing hand injuries. Away from work she enjoys hiking, cycling, or reading a good book. |
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Adele Snyman
Occupational Therapist Adele graduated from the Free State and worked here for two and a half years, starting with comm serv, from 2015 to 2017. Now she's back, with some experience of a big city rehab centre and nearly finished with a Masters in OT in neurology. She enjoys the variety of patients and conditions one sees as a rural OT, but has a particular interest in neuro and spinal cord conditions. She also enjoys hiking and travelling - exploring the beautiful world we live in. |
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Anien van Staden
Occupational Therapist Anien rounds out the OTs-who-couldn't-leave department :) She's a UWC graduate, who joined us last year and waited patiently for a vacant post in 2019. She has a special interest in the rehab of burns and stroke patients, but is also a registered dental assistant and has a passion for wound dressings! Her hobbies are hiking, reading, swimming and sewing. |
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