Enable Occupational Therapy NI

01/09/2026

One thing I’ve learned from working across the patient journey… 🏡

As an Occupational Therapist, I’ve worked across both the acute hospital setting and the community, supporting people at different stages of their recovery.

And something that has really stood out to me is this:

The hardest part of the journey can sometimes be coming home.

In hospital, there’s a whole team around you, nurses, doctors, therapists and support staff. Then suddenly, you’re back home and the demands increase.

Your own stairs. Your own bathroom. Preparing meals. Getting dressed. Managing your energy. Navigating everyday life.

Of course, being home is where most people want to be. ❤️ But it can also bring a whole new set of challenges.

Working in both settings has taught me that recovery doesn’t stop at discharge. In many ways, that’s where the real adjustment begins.

And that’s why understanding the person’s life beyond the hospital walls is so important.

Home is where life happens 🏠

31/08/2026

𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒆𝒍𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒊𝒓 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 & 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒑

A workshop opportunity for Occupational Therapists to learn & network with others 🙌

Join this practical CPD workshop designed for Occupational Therapists looking to develop their knowledge and confidence in wheelchair assessment and prescription. Explore a holistic, person-centred approach to assessing posture, pressure care, seating and functional needs, while developing clinical reasoning skills to support appropriate wheelchair recommendations.

Suitable for all Occupational Therapists at all levels of their career.

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬
By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:
Conduct a holistic wheelchair assessment ✔️
Take key measurements for wheelchair prescription ✔️
Identify postural and pressure care needs ✔️
Select appropriate cushions and seating solutions ✔️ Use clinical reasoning to justify recommendations ✔️

📆10th October 2026 | ⏰10am-1.30pm|£95 per person
☕️ Refreshments included

Delivered by Eileen Burns, Occupational Therapist & Wheelchair Clinician. You can register via the website www.enableotni.com or the link below.

https://enableotni.com/occupational-therapy-workshops/

Limited spaces available. I look forward to seeing you all there 😊

30/08/2026

𝑯𝒐𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒆𝒍𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒊𝒓 𝑨𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 & 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒄𝒓𝒊𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒌𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒑

Join this practical CPD workshop designed for Occupational Therapists looking to develop their knowledge and confidence in wheelchair assessment and prescription. Explore a holistic, person-centred approach to assessing posture, pressure care, seating and functional needs, while developing clinical reasoning skills to support appropriate wheelchair recommendations.

Suitable for all Occupational Therapists at all levels of their career 🙌

𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑶𝒖𝒕𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒔
By the end of the workshop, you will be able to:

Conduct a holistic wheelchair assessment
Take key measurements for wheelchair prescription
Identify postural and pressure care needs
Select appropriate cushions and seating solutions
Use clinical reasoning to justify recommendations

📅 10𝒕𝒉 𝑶𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒃𝒆𝒓 2026 | 🕙 10𝒂𝒎–1.30𝒑𝒎 💷 £95 𝒑𝒆𝒓 𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏 | ☕ 𝑹𝒆𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒉𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒍𝒖𝒅𝒆𝒅

Delivered by Eileen Burns, Occupational Therapist & Wheelchair Clinician.

https://enableotni.com/occupational-therapy-workshops/

Limited places available, book your spot today!

26/08/2026

When I qualified as an Occupational Therapist, I commenced my career working in the NHS, where I had the privilege of meeting and working alongside so many incredible people.

The knowledge, skills and experience I gained from those colleagues have stayed with me throughout my career and continue to influence the way I work in private practice today.

But Occupational Therapy offers so many different career pathways. Beyond the NHS, OTs can work in private or independent practice, charities, school, community organisations and many other settings.

Through my private practice, I have the privilege of working alongside NHS teams to assess and support individuals together which helps provide better outcomes for the patient. 💙

In this conversation with Maria Curran, we talk about the different opportunities available within Occupational Therapy and how varied and rewarding the profession can be.

20/08/2026

Check out the new premises for Scootabout Mobility Services

17/08/2026

𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒔𝒕𝒆𝒑𝒔. 𝑩𝒊𝒈 𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒔. 💙
Following a Stroke, everyday tasks can feel like huge challenges. With the right support from Occupational Therapy, confidence and independence can be rebuilt, one step at a time.

For this lady, a trip to her local supermarket represents so much more than simply doing the shopping, it’s a milestone in her journey towards regaining safe independence and getting back to the things that matter to her. 🛒✨ Proud to support her on that journey. 💙

OT

05/08/2026

What can an Occupational Therapist help support you with?

Did you know that an Occupational Therapist can help improve your quality of life, independence and confidence following an illness, injury or disability.

We work with people in their home, workplace, school and community to help them live as independently and safely as possible.

Here are just some of the ways an Occupational Therapist can support you:

✅ Regain independence with everyday activities
✅ Seating and posture assessments
✅ Wheelchair assessments and recommendations
✅ Assistive equipment (AE) assessments and prescription
✅ Home adaptations and environmental assessments
✅ Upper limb and hand assessments
✅ Return-to-work assessments and vocational rehabilitation
✅ Falls prevention and home safety assessments
✅ Functional assessments
✅ Manual handling advice and carer education
✅ Fatigue management and energy conservation strategies
✅ Cognitive and memory strategies following illness or injury
✅ Sensory strategies where appropriate
✅ Goal setting and personalised rehabilitation programmes
✅ Support following neurological conditions, orthopaedic injuries, and long-term health conditions
✅ Advice to maximise independence at home and in the community
✅ Support to access meaningful activities, hobbies, and social participation
✅ Children’s Occupational Therapy support for developmental delays, fine motor skills, self-care, play, and school participation

Every person’s journey is different, and Occupational Therapy is all about helping you achieve what matters most to you 💚

If you or a loved one feel that Occupational Therapy could help provide support, we’d love to hear from you. Please reach out to find out how we can help you on your journey towards greater independence.

05/08/2026

Today I completed a workplace assessment for an employee returning to work following illness or injury.

A workplace assessment is about more than getting someone back to work, it's about helping them stay at work safely, confidently and productively.

Benefits for the employer:
✅Identifies practical, reasonable workplace adjustments.
✅ Reduces the risk of re-injury and repeat absence.
✅ Improves productivity and employee retention.
✅ Supports legal and duty of care responsibilities.
✅ Promotes a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits for the employee:
✅ Builds confidence in returning to work.
✅ Ensures duties match their current capabilities.
✅ Supports recovery while maintaining employment.
✅ Reduces the risk of setbacks.
✅ Encourages a safe, sustainable return to meaningful work.

Research consistently shows that early workplace support and appropriate job modifications improve return-to-work outcomes and help employees remain in work for longer.
A tailored workplace assessment, followed by clear Occupational Therapy recommendations, gives both the employer and employee a practical roadmap for success.

If your business has an employee who is returning after an illness or injury or someone currently needing support to remain at work, we are happy to help.

Get in touch to discuss how a workplace assessment
can support your team.
📩[email protected]

30/07/2026

The Regional Occupational Therapy Wheelchair Training Programme is offering a fantastic range of FREE activities for children and young people under 18 who use a self-propelling or powered wheelchair 🧑‍🦽

These events are delivered in partnership with Go Kids Go, the Mae Murray Foundation and Disability Sport NI.

30 July, 12pm – 3pm
MMF Beach Day – East Strand Beach, Portrush

3 August, 10am - 2pm
South Lake Leisure Centre, Craigavon

4 August, 10am - 2pm
Coleraine Leisure Centre, Coleraine

5 August, 10am - 2pm
Newforge Sports Complex, Belfast

14 August, 10:30am - 2:45pm
South Lake Leisure Centre, Craigavon

18 August, 12pm - 3pm
MMF Beach Day – Tyrella Beach

20 August, 10:30am - 2:45pm
Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre, Ballymoney

Places are limited and must be booked in advance 👉 https://orlo.uk/Regional_Occupational_Therapy_Wheelchair_Training_Programme_sfRLX

24/07/2026