Downs Syndrome, and Dyspraxia
Denzil Jacobs qualified as an Occupational Therapist at the University of Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa, in 2000. He has 20 years’ experience working in many different areas of paediatrics, adult services, acute hospital services and community rehabilitation services.
Denzil is known for his ability to build a trusting relationship with all clients, regardless of age or disability and promote cooperation and active participation from all his clients and their families, as they engage in their therapeutic process.
Reg.No. OT048483
Our Services
We provide a variety of specialty Occupational Therapy services across the midlands and south east. Our services are designed to enhance a person’s safety & independence. They can be broadly divided into the following specialty areas:
OT Assessment & Intervention
The purpose of an occupational therapy assessment is to help the child or young person to achieve or maintain their maximum level of independence and to develop practical life skills so that he/she can participate to his/her full potential in all environments.
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Naturalistic Development Behavioural Intervention
OTs and ABA practitioners are regularly found working together in schools, clinics, and long-term care facilities, offering mutually complementary treatment to children and adults with ASD and other developmental and cognitive disorders.
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Sensory Stimulating Interventions
Sensory integration therapy aims to help kids with sensory processing issues by exposing them to sensory stimulation in a structured, repetitive way. Over time, the brain will adapt and allow them to process and react to sensations more efficiently.
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Assistive Technology Assessor
The goal of assistive technology is to increase, maintain, or improve the functional capabilities of people with disabilities. It also benefits, teachers, family members, and everyone who interacts with people who use the technology.
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Postural Management & Seating
Children who have difficulty moving and who are unable to sit, stand or walk by themselves are at risk of developing complications of the hips and of the spine, which if left unchecked can lead to pain, structural changes, breathing and digestive difficulties.
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Disability Housing Grants Assessor
An OT assessment may be required if you are applying to your local authority for a Housing Adaptation Grant. The local authority can arrange for this, or you can employ an OT yourself and recoup some of the cost. Contact us for assistance.
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Make an Appointment
Contact us to make an appointment for your own personalized assessment and programme.