Juan Steenkamp Occupational Therapy

03/04/2026

Today we wish our office backbone, Katie, a Happy Happy Birthday! 🎂May there be many many more happy🎈 and healthy🎁 birthdays waiting for you. 💐 We appreciate you🤗

02/04/2026

Today, we celebrate World Autism Awareness Day. As occupational therapists, we believe that neurodiversity is not a 'problem' to be solved, but a natural and vibrant part of human diversity.
We don't focus on 'fixing' people. Instead, we work to bridge the gap between a person’s unique sensory and cognitive profile and the world around them. Whether it’s adapting a classroom for a student or helping an adult navigate a workplace, our goal is to ensure every individual has the tools to thrive on their own terms.
This year's World Autism Awareness Day theme, Every Life Has Value, reminds us that true inclusion goes beyond 'awareness'. It requires us to:

1. Appreciate the specific strengths, like attention to detail and innovative thinking, that autistic individuals bring to our communities.
2. Act by creating sensory-friendly environments that allow everyone to participate fully.
3. Accept that there is no one 'right' way for a brain to work.

Let’s move past just 'lighting it up blue' and start opening doors. Every accommodation we make for an autistic person such as clearer communication, more flexible spaces, or simply more patience actually makes the world more accessible and compassionate for all of us.

Happy World Autism Awareness Day.

Let’s build a world where every life is truly valued."

01/04/2026

Day 3 and our final holiday program day. A great big THANK YOU to all the parents who brought their kiddies to join in the fun and learning. 😀

31/03/2026

Day 2 of our holiday program. Tomorrow we wrap up our 3 day holiday program. Everyone had so much fun and learned so many new skills. We are already looking forward to our next holiday program. 😃

30/03/2026

Day 1 of our holiday program. We had so much fun. Looking forward to day 2. More fun and learning coming!😃

18/02/2026

The JSOT practice, wishes all our, colleagues, clients and their families who observes the month of Ramadan a blessed month. 🌙

09/02/2026

31/12/2025

The JSOT practice wishes all our clients/ their families, colleagues, vendors and friends a Happy and Productive 2026! 🎉🥳

21/12/2025

Dear Mommies, Daddies, Brothers, Sisters, Grannies, Grandpas, Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, Friends🤗

The JSOT practice want to thank all our clients for their support during 2025. It was a productive year for all, and we are thankful for all the progress and development that each child has shown. We will be opening on the 5th of January 2026.

We are in the joyful and happy season but also at times the silly season. We want to remind you that this time of year comes with plenty of change, differences, and loads of extra sensory stimulation and change in routine🤯. If your differently abled child occasionally acts out, become frustrated or present with so-called poor behaviour, just remember they can't help it. They also want to be part of the fun and be acknowledged🥳. It is just a bit difficult for them. We want you to remember that they are not naughty or deliberately spoiling your fun. They are communicating their specific needs.

Our recommendations for a happy festive season include the following🎉:
1. Make sure you have a set plan and routine that is visually available to your child. Make sure they can see what is going to happen and what to anticipate.🖼
2. Choose your battles. Don't force, don't shout. Ignore bad and manipulative behaviour and redirect attention to something different.🎭
3. Make sure you have activities planned and on hand (activities that fall within their interest) to keep your child busy.🧩
4. Ignore people's judgement and advice, who does not walk in your shoes every day. You don't need to impress anyone, neither does your child. 🙅🙅‍♀️
5. Acknowledge your child and provide positive feedback and verbal praise when they least expect it and consistently. 👨‍🍼🤗😚
6. Be firm with family and friends who do not want to follow your way of handling your child. Set boundaries and be diplomatic and kind. ⛔️
7. Provide your child with sensory breaks or quiet times throughout. Be aware of how they react and be aware of when they need to have a break from crowds or too much sensory input. Set up a calm down corner with fidgets and books they like. Spend a little quiet time with them and get back to the festivities. 🤫👩‍👦👨‍👦
8. Self care is important. Acknowledge your own triggers and what affects your emotional regulation. Be kind to yourself. Regularly pat yourself on the back and say to yourself "You got this", because you do!

We hope this will assist you and your family in making the best of this joyful season.

Happy holidays, and may 2026 be prosperous and blessed for you all. 🎈🎉👍
Regards

JSOT PRACTICE

23/11/2025

We are posting this opportunity on behalf of one of our amazing clients. This is a lovely family and the boys are awesome.
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🌟 Job Opportunity: Teacher / Au Pair for Two Wonderful Boys 🌟
Area: Westville

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for a kind, patient, and committed teacher/au pair to join our family from 8am–1pm daily. Own transport is essential.

The role involves supporting my two boys, ages 6 and 10:

✨ My youngest will be starting Grade 1 next year. He has CHARGE Syndrome, a hearing and visual impairment, and some fine motor challenges. He’s incredibly bright, determined, and absolutely loves school. I’m looking for someone who can teach him, guide his learning, and help him meet his goals in a fun, structured way.

✨ My oldest is going to Grade 5 and does online school. He has ADHD and is mostly independent with his work, but may need help from time to time with studying, projects, or areas he finds difficult.

The role also includes:

Assisting with homeschooling routines

Supervising the boys when I’m out with clients

Occasionally accompanying one child to therapy/OT or keeping the other engaged at home

Supporting a calm, flexible environment that suits a neurodiverse family

We are a warm, supportive household, and we’d love someone who is patient, adaptable, and genuinely passionate about helping children learn and flourish.

If you’re interested or would like more information, please email me at antoinettemiller7@gmail.com.
(And a kind request: if you decide the role isn’t the right fit after interviewing, please let me know rather than ghosting.)

Thank you! 💛

30/10/2025

Happy Birthday Ms. Sanha. 🎂🎁🎈. Have an awesome day🎉🥳💐. May there be many many more happy and healthy birthdays waiting for you.🤗

27/10/2025

The JSOT practice wishes all OT's around the globe a happy World Occupational Therapy Day!