Lorna Strachan
Occupational Therapy Team Lead
The Challenge
Jo had learning disabilities and ASD. He was a keen writer and carried an A4 notebook with him everywhere; the issue was he used the notebook to separate himself from others. Jo would sit alone writing, but never completed or shared his stories.
The Change
Over time Jo built confidence and trust was development through the therapeutic relationship with his occupational therapist. Jo began to discuss his story ideas and to write endings which resulted in him being able to share his stories with others.
The Impact
The impact was increased confidence and improved self esteem; Jo became the inspiration for the development of a new OT led community creative writing group, where Jo made friends and helped others develop their creative writing skills.
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