Theresa Swart Occupational Therapists

Theresa Swart Occupational Therapists Promoting health & well-being through occupation. We are based Gauteng & specialize in Hand Therapy, Elderly Care & Adult Rehabilitation

Theresa Swart Occupational Therapists we are passionate about people, with a focus on improving quality of life.

Labels like “dementia” or “Alzheimer’s” can unintentionally overshadow the person. Depression deepens when individuals f...
02/11/2025

Labels like “dementia” or “Alzheimer’s” can unintentionally overshadow the person. Depression deepens when individuals feel invisible. Always address them by name, not condition. Celebrate preferences, humor, and personality — the human spirit remains, even when words fade.

🌸 Treat them as the person they are, not the illness they carry.

Families often delay seeking help until crisis hits. Early intervention by occupational therapists can reduce depression...
01/11/2025

Families often delay seeking help until crisis hits. Early intervention by occupational therapists can reduce depression, improve daily function, and teach coping strategies. Support is not a sign of failure — it’s a plan for resilience.

💬 Contact O-Therapy today — together we can make the journey lighter.
Connect with Theresa and the O-Therapy Team today for an encouraging chat or a consultation.

As dementia progresses, verbal communication may fade, but emotion remains. Eye contact, body language, and tone of voic...
31/10/2025

As dementia progresses, verbal communication may fade, but emotion remains. Eye contact, body language, and tone of voice become new languages of care. Depression often deepens when people feel misunderstood — non-verbal communication rebuilds connection where words cannot.

🫶 Speak with your eyes, your smile, and your heart.
Connect with Theresa and the O-Therapy Team today for an encouraging chat or a consultation.

Some women light up a room — others light up generations.Today, we honour every woman whose quiet strength continues to ...
31/10/2025

Some women light up a room — others light up generations.

Today, we honour every woman whose quiet strength continues to heal, inspire, and remind us that courage knows no age.

At O-Therapy, we’ve had the privilege of walking alongside many incredible women — mothers, grandmothers, sisters, and friends — whose journeys through illness and recovery reveal the deepest layers of human strength.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we celebrate the survivors who’ve turned pain into purpose, and we stand with those still walking their path to healing.

Each story reminds us that recovery is more than physical — it’s emotional, spiritual, and deeply connected to community.
When we care for one another, we nurture more than bodies — we nurture hope.

Let today be a reminder to reach out, listen, and honor the women who’ve carried light through even the darkest seasons. 💗

💖 Take a moment today to celebrate the women in your life who’ve shown resilience and grace.
Your words, your care, and your presence matter more than you know.





Shorter days can trigger seasonal depression, especially in older adults. Keeping rooms bright, opening curtains, or usi...
30/10/2025

Shorter days can trigger seasonal depression, especially in older adults. Keeping rooms bright, opening curtains, or using light-therapy lamps boosts serotonin and reduces sadness. A well-lit home supports both emotional and cognitive health.

☀️ Let the light in — open windows, breathe, and start the morning with sunshine.
Connect with Theresa and the O-Therapy Team today for an encouraging chat or a consultation.

Dementia can make daily tasks feel overwhelming. Each completed meal, smile, or walk is a victory. Celebrating these sma...
29/10/2025

Dementia can make daily tasks feel overwhelming. Each completed meal, smile, or walk is a victory. Celebrating these small wins helps prevent feelings of hopelessness that lead to depression. For caregivers, acknowledging success fuels resilience and gratitude.

🌿 End each day by naming one thing that went right.
Connect with Theresa and the O-Therapy Team today for an encouraging chat or a consultation.

Sundowning — late-day confusion and agitation — often disrupts sleep and worsens depression in dementia. Gentle bedtime ...
28/10/2025

Sundowning — late-day confusion and agitation — often disrupts sleep and worsens depression in dementia. Gentle bedtime rituals, dim lighting, and calm voices signal safety. Avoid caffeine and overstimulation in the evenings. Quality rest helps stabilize emotions and reduce depressive symptoms.

🌙 Try a soothing nightly routine — soft music, lavender scent, and reassurance.
Connect with Theresa and the O-Therapy Team today for an encouraging chat or a consultation.

🌍 Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! 💚Today, Theresa and the team at O-Therapy took a moment to celebrate each other ...
27/10/2025

🌍 Happy World Occupational Therapy Day! 💚

Today, Theresa and the team at O-Therapy took a moment to celebrate each other — and the privilege of serving others every day. ✨

Occupational Therapists make a difference in the world by:
1️⃣ Helping people regain independence after illness, injury, or trauma.
2️⃣ Supporting seniors to stay safe, connected, and confident in their daily lives.
3️⃣ Empowering children to grow, play, and learn with joy and purpose.
4️⃣ Guiding families to adapt homes and routines to make life easier for loved ones.
5️⃣ Bringing hope, dignity, and possibility back where challenges once stood.

Here’s to every OT who reminds us that small daily actions build a life worth living.






Reminiscence therapy — sharing stories and old photos — is proven to reduce depression and confusion in dementia. It rem...
27/10/2025

Reminiscence therapy — sharing stories and old photos — is proven to reduce depression and confusion in dementia. It reminds individuals that their life still has meaning. Encourage storytelling: ask about favorite songs, childhood friends, or recipes. Even if the details blur, the emotion remains vivid and affirming.

📸 This week, pull out an old album and relive a happy memory together.
Connect with Theresa and the O-Therapy Team today for an encouraging chat or a consultation.

Touch releases oxytocin — the “bonding hormone” — easing both anxiety and sadness. Holding a hand, brushing hair, or off...
26/10/2025

Touch releases oxytocin — the “bonding hormone” — easing both anxiety and sadness. Holding a hand, brushing hair, or offering a warm hug reminds the person they are not alone. For those who struggle to speak, touch becomes communication. Depression fades in the presence of safe human contact.

🤝 Don’t underestimate the comfort of a caring touch.
Connect with Theresa and the O-Therapy Team today for an encouraging chat or a consultation.

Caregivers often burn out quietly, absorbing emotional strain while trying to remain strong. Depression in caregivers ca...
25/10/2025

Caregivers often burn out quietly, absorbing emotional strain while trying to remain strong. Depression in caregivers can look like fatigue, resentment, or loss of motivation. Rest isn’t selfish; it’s survival. Taking short walks, journaling, or talking to a therapist keeps your light burning bright enough to keep guiding your loved one.

️🕯️ Protect your flame. Replenish your energy before it runs out.
Connect with Theresa and the O-Therapy Team today for an encouraging chat or a consultation.

Even in advanced dementia, the brain still responds to pleasure — laughter, music, scent, and touch. Focusing on joy sti...
24/10/2025

Even in advanced dementia, the brain still responds to pleasure — laughter, music, scent, and touch. Focusing on joy stimulates positive chemicals that lift mood and fight depression. A favorite song, a gentle foot massage, or baking something familiar can awaken forgotten happiness. These small, joyful rituals create emotional safety and keep depression at bay.

🎶 Find one joyful ritual to repeat each day — consistency breeds comfort.
Connect with Theresa and the O-Therapy Team today for an encouraging chat or a consultation.

Address

Lynnmed Sub-Acute Hospital, 315 The Hillside Street, Lynnwood, Pretoria
Menlo Park

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 05:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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+27767920118

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