Course Presenter Profiles
Lizette Swanepoel
Occupational Therapist
Lizette Swanepoel works as a clinical Occupational Therapy team lead in acute medicine and provides bespoke neuro-rehabilitation services for persons with traumatic brain injuries and neurological conditions. With experience in clinical practice, higher education and research, Lizette is excited to ensure that her training courses are relevant, user-friendly, of a high standard and on par with international practices.
Marian Engelbrecht
Occupational Therapist
Marian Engelbrecht has a special interest and clinical experience in driving interventions for the elderly and clients with neurological conditions. She keeps abreast of updated research and evidence and is often involved in sharing knowledge and creating public awareness.
Caroline Rule
Occupational Therapist
Caroline Rule is well-respected for her practical approach and vast knowledge of vehicle adaptations for persons with physical disabilities. This, together with her involvement in awareness projects, policy address, vehicle and adaptation reviews, column publications, as well as therapist and driving instructor training, ensures that her courses are practical, diverse and addresses the needs of all clients. More information about her services can be found at www.rollingrehab.co.za
Haley Norval
Occupational Therapist
Haley Norval thrives on patient care as a relational Occupational Therapist. She has spent many years focusing on the complexities of neuro rehab and loves the challenge of getting clients with neurological and geriatric conditions back on the road. She has a special interest in visual deficits related to neurological conditions and continues to upskill herself in this area. Her specialist accreditation in driver assessment and rehabilitation, completed in Sydney, Australia in 2019, has equipped her with the necessary tools for on-road driver training and evaluations.
Rozanne Groenewald
Occupational Therapist
With many years of experience in the field of mental health and a special interest in fitness to drive, Rozanne Groenewald has a wealth of experience in assessment and treatment of clients with psychological and behavioural challenges. Added to this is her practical understanding of medico-legal processes and statutory requirements within these fields. She believes that evidence based training combined with the sharing of clinical expertise can best equip clinicians to assist this client population with greater understanding and success. She can be contacted at admin@rfgtherapy.co.za
Ulla Worthmann
Occupational Therapist
Ulla Worthmann provides a clinical driving and functional capacity intervention service. Furthermore she is involved in developing policy and intervention protocols to improve public transport for individuals with disabilities. She is the developer of the COMMA, a community mobility assessment tool as well as the CoDriS, an online cognitive driving screen, which can be found at www.going-places.co.za
Jenine Ryan
Occupational Therapist
Jenine Ryan is an accomplished Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with clients with physical and neurological conditions. She has a deep passion for empowering her patients to achieve the highest level of independence possible, including returning to driving. She has a special interest and clinical experience in driving assessments and rehabilitation with clients with neurological conditions. You can find out more about her services at www.rehabfirst.co.za