Liesel Scheffer Occupational Therapy

Liesel Scheffer Occupational Therapy Private Occupational Therapy practice in Walvis Bay, Namibia. We see a variety of clients ranging from babies to school going learners, teenagers and adults.

We specialize in hand therapy, adult-cognitive therapy, FCE's and pediatrics.

26/03/2026

Build a Face… Without Looking

A fun, slightly silly activity with BIG developmental value.

Place a piece of paper in front of your child’s face and let them build a face… without looking! They’ll need to rely on touch, body awareness, and their own sense of space to decide where each part goes.

Don’t worry when it’s not “perfect”, that’s exactly where the learning happens. As the activity goes on, you might notice them using visual cues from their own face to guide placement… and that’s okay too!

Why we love it:
✔️ Builds body awareness
✔️ Develops spatial awareness
✔️ Encourages tactile processing (learning through touch)
✔️ Supports motor planning
✔️ Strengthens problem-solving

The real goal?
Helping children understand that mistakes are part of learning, it doesn’t have to be perfect to be valuable.

🌍 World TB DayTuberculosis (TB) is preventable and treatable, yet it still affects many lives worldwide, and not just ru...
24/03/2026

🌍 World TB Day

Tuberculosis (TB) is preventable and treatable, yet it still affects many lives worldwide, and not just rural areas. Awareness matters.

Who is more susceptible to TB?

✔️ People with weakened immune systems (e.g. HIV, chronic illness)
✔️ Young children and older adults
✔️ Individuals living in crowded or poorly ventilated spaces
✔️ Those with poor nutrition
✔️ People with conditions like diabetes
✔️ Individuals exposed to someone with active TB
✔️ Smoking or va**ng (which can weaken lung health)

TB spreads through the air, so early detection and treatment are key to protecting yourself and others.

What can you do?
• Seek medical care if you have a persistent cough
• Ensure good ventilation in living spaces
• Support overall health and immunity
• Avoid smoking/va**ng and protect your lungs
• Stay informed and reduce stigma

Together, we can raise awareness and support healthier communities.

23/03/2026

Number Challenge

A quick, playful activity you can do anywhere, no prep needed!

Say or show your child a sequence of numbers, and let them copy it back using their fingers. Start simple (e.g. 2–3 numbers) and build up as they get more confident.

Why we love it:
✔️ Strengthens working memory
✔️ Builds attention and listening skills
✔️ Develops finger awareness (so important for fine motor tasks!)
✔️ Supports sequencing (a key skill for reading & maths)
✔️ Encourages bilateral coordination

Make it fun:
• Turn it into a game (“Can you beat me?”)
• Swap roles and let your child be the leader
• Add a timer for an extra challenge

Small moments. Big development.
Learning through play at home

21/03/2026

🧦💛 World Down Syndrome Day 💛🧦

Today we celebrate the uniqueness, strengths, and incredible potential of individuals with Down Syndrome.

You may notice many people wearing bright, colourful, or mismatched socks today! The “sock challenge” is a fun way to start conversations about Down syndrome. Chromosomes can look a little like socks under a microscope, and wearing different socks is a simple way to celebrate diversity and inclusion.

People with Down syndrome bring joy, determination, and their own special perspective to the world. With the right support, opportunities, and inclusive communities, they can learn, grow, and thrive.

So today — rock your socks, celebrate differences, and help spread awareness! 🧦

19/03/2026

While this may look like a simple game, your child is actually developing many important skills through play:

✔ Bilateral integration – using both hands together in a coordinated way
✔ Crossing the midline
✔ Motor planning
✔ Body awareness
✔ Visual discrimination
✔ Attention and concentration

These foundational skills are essential for everyday tasks such as writing, cutting, dressing, and participating in classroom activities.

Sometimes the most powerful developmental activities are also the simplest.

Easy to set up. Powerful for development.
Save this one to try at home!

17/03/2026

Today we recognize and celebrate World Social Work Day 🤝💚

Social workers play an essential role in supporting individuals, families, and communities through life’s challenges. With compassion, advocacy, and dedication, they work to promote wellbeing, protect vulnerable individuals, and strengthen support systems.

Their work often happens behind the scenes, but the impact is profound — helping people access resources, navigate difficult circumstances, and build more hopeful futures.

Thank you to all social workers for your commitment, empathy, and tireless work in making a difference every day.

15/03/2026

It’s National Bubble Week: the perfect reminder that play can be simple, joyful, and incredibly beneficial for development!

Blowing and popping bubbles isn’t just fun for children, it also supports important skills such as:
🫧 Oral motor development (strengthening the muscles used for speech)
🫧 Visual tracking and eye coordination
🫧 Hand–eye coordination
🫧 Breath control and regulation
🫧 Turn-taking and social interaction

Sometimes the best therapy tools are the simplest ones. A bottle of bubbles can create moments of laughter, connection, and learning all at once!

World Sleep Day reminds us that sleep is not a luxury, it’s essential for our health and wellbeing.Quality sleep support...
13/03/2026

World Sleep Day reminds us that sleep is not a luxury, it’s essential for our health and wellbeing.

Quality sleep supports brain function, emotional regulation, learning, memory, and physical health. For children especially, good sleep plays a vital role in development, behaviour, and the ability to focus and learn during the day.

Small habits can make a big difference:
🌙 Keep a consistent bedtime routine
📵 Reduce screen time before bed
🛏 Create a calm, comfortable sleep environment
⏰ Aim for regular sleep and wake times

Prioritizing sleep helps both children and adults show up as their best selves each day.

Today we celebrate National Dietitian Day 🥗💚Dietitians play a vital role in helping people understand the powerful conne...
11/03/2026

Today we celebrate National Dietitian Day 🥗💚

Dietitians play a vital role in helping people understand the powerful connection between nutrition, health, and wellbeing. From supporting recovery and managing medical conditions to guiding healthier lifestyle choices, their knowledge helps individuals and families build stronger, healthier futures.

Thank you to all the dedicated dietitians who work tirelessly to educate, support, and empower people to nourish their bodies and minds. Your work truly makes a difference every day!

In a healthcare setting, HR does more than paperwork.They support wellbeing.They manage growth.They navigate policies.Th...
09/03/2026

In a healthcare setting, HR does more than paperwork.

They support wellbeing.
They manage growth.
They navigate policies.
They help build environments where professionals can thrive ,and when professionals thrive, patients benefit.

On Healthcare HR Day, we acknowledge the unseen work that keeps practices running smoothly and ethically.

Built by women.Led by women.Powered by compassion.Happy Women’s Day from our all-women OT team 🤍
08/03/2026

Built by women.
Led by women.
Powered by compassion.

Happy Women’s Day from our all-women OT team 🤍

Therapy doesn’t happen because of one person — it happens because of a team.From planning sessions, preparing resources,...
06/03/2026

Therapy doesn’t happen because of one person — it happens because of a team.

From planning sessions, preparing resources, writing reports, supporting families, and celebrating progress… every role matters.

To our incredible team:
Your consistency creates stability.
Your empathy builds trust.
Your skill changes lives.

Thank you for being the steady hands behind the scenes and the calm presence in the room.

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Welwitschia Medical Centre Ext 2, Hidipo Hamutenya Drive
Walvis Bay
9000

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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