INSTOPP Mentorship: OT in Mental Health - Understanding the care and support of older people- The Occupational Therapist’s role

ABOUT

If you work with an elderly population – this mentorship session is not to be missed.

Come join seasoned Occupational Therapist, Cindy Kaschula for an interactive session where she will share her wisdom on:

·        The physical, psychological and social aspects of care to consider

·        The team approach to geriatric care

·        Home safety assessment

·        Caregiver training

Date: 14 April 2023

Time: 08:00 – 09:00

Speaker: Cindy Kaschula

Points: 1 CEU

Cost: Members – R95 ¦ Non-members – R245

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Note: The event link will only be released to attendees the afternoon before the event.

This session is so much more than a one-sided presentation, as it will also include an invaluable Q&A component. This is your opportunity to ask questions and get professional advice from a skilled person who is active in the field, giving you detailed insights and mentoring you through the challenges you are facing in your practice.

Who should attend:

Occupational Therapists conducting FCEs, involved in VOC Rehabilitation and Occupational Health Practitioners.

About the presenter:

Cindy is the owner and manager of MC Occupational Therapy. She completed her Bachelor of Occupational Therapy at the University of Stellenbosch in 2009. She is Workwell trained and has completed several driving rehabilitation courses.

She has a passion for working with adults and geriatric clients. Cindy has a special interest in neurological disorders, geriatrics, cognitive rehabilitation and psychiatric rehabilitation. She has completed medical fitness to drive courses and can assist clients with Functional Capacity assessments.

Cindy believes that building a supportive relationship with the client and their family will help facilitate a better and smoother rehabilitation process.

Cindy works within a multi-disciplinary team at Headway Gauteng. It is here that she has gained valuable experience in group therapy. Cindy is also part of the Memory Care team at Akeso Clinic, where she has gained experience in geriatric care, as well as the treatment of psychiatric conditions. She manages a geriatric group therapy programme called THRIVE.