Occupational Therapy Week 2026 Being there isn't always the same as taking part. A child can be sitting in a classroom but struggle to engage in learning. An employee can be physically present at work but face challenges that prevent them from fulfilling their role. Someone can attend a family gathering but find the noise, demands or physical environment so overwhelming that they are unable to enjoy the occasion. In each of these situations, the person is present. B

Menopause is a natural stage of life, yet for many women, its impact extends far beyond their personal lives. Symptoms can affect confidence, concentration, energy levels and the ability to manage everyday demands, including those experienced in the workplace. For some women, menopause brings relatively few challenges. For others, symptoms can significantly affect their health, wellbeing and working lives. At OTNI - Occupational Therapy NI, we believe that no woman should

As we reach the end of Rehabilitation Week, it is a perfect time to reflect on what rehabilitation means to us as Occupational Therapists. Rehabilitation is more than a clinical process. It is about helping people move forward, overcome barriers and reconnect with the activities, roles and routines that are important to them. In many ways, it is the bridge between where a person is now and where they want and need to be. Whether we are working with a child learning to navigat

Margaret recently travelled through Dublin Airport and used the special assistance services as her son has a disability. This is her account of the experience.

Our role in Occupational Health continues to be misunderstood by some 🤔 and during Occupational Health Awareness Week, we want to raise the profile of the pivotal role we play in Occupational Health provision

The role of the Case Manager, and how we deliver high quality, client centred and cost effective results. ✨How do we achieve this❓ ➡️ On receipt of the case management instruction from a solicitor or insurance company, we meet with the individual and their family/caregivers to gain an in-depth understanding of the impact of the injury on the individual’s.

When a child picks up a paintbrush to paint a picture, it is an enjoyable and fun play activity. However, painting is not only a fun and creative, it also has many physical, emotional, and psychological benefits. Physical Benefits Fine motor skills development: Painting helps children improve their hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills as they manipulate paintbrushes and work with different textures and tools. Bilateral coordination: Painting involves using both h

Over the last month, the Occupational Therapy NI team have been busy developing their range of work place assessments:– Jobsite...

This weekend Occupational Therapy NI sponsored the return of Enniskillen Light Operatic to the stage at the Ardhowen Theatre,...

Corinna and Margaret attended an action packed Stroke Bootcamp last week. The five day event was hosted by the University of Ulster,...

****NEW SERVICE LAUNCH**** Long Covid is a term used to describe the ongoing and debilitating symptoms individual’s experience some weeks...