Annaleen Voges is an Occupational Therapist who graduated from the University of Stellenbosch in 2016. Since childhood she has dreamt of working with the elderly as it is one of her biggest passions. Everyone has a story to tell and there is a quote saying that the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. Annaleen strongly believes in this, as you can learn so much from the elderly. She enjoys being an Occupational Therapist as she loves serving others and making a difference in their everyday lives.
Marijke is an Occupational Therapist with over 15 years of experience. She started out in the pediatric field and has worked with older adults both locally and abroad. She has been with Onrus Manor for almost 10 years and is devoted to making a difference in the daily lives of older adults, providing them with a sense of purpose, maximising independence and improving quality of life.
Insaaf Baderoen is a compassionate speech therapist with a special interest in adult neurorehabilitation. She completed her community service year at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in Johannesburg, where she gained valuable experience managing neurological and acute cases.
She works predominantly with adults recovering from stroke, traumatic brain injury, and other neurological conditions, supporting them to regain communication and swallow safely. Insaaf is passionate about creating a supportive, patient-centred environment that empowers individuals to rebuild independence and confidence in their daily lives.
Lauren Van Eck is a dedicated Occupational Therapist who graduated from the University of the Western Cape in 2016. She began her career in the disability sector before expanding into the field of mental health, where she further developed her clinical expertise. Lauren later completed her Master’s degree focusing on traumatic brain injuries and executive functioning, strengthening her specialised knowledge in cognitive rehabilitation. Over the years, Lauren progressed into clinical management within the mental health sector, combining leadership with hands-on therapeutic practice. She has always been passionate about working alongside individuals to optimise their quality of life whether supporting persons with disabilities, individuals navigating mental health challenges, or older adults requiring compassionate care. Lauren currently serves as an Occupational Therapist to the long-term residents and village at Faircape Healthcare Tokai, while also fulfilling the role of Group Manager of the Long-Term Occupational Therapy Department. She is devoted to ensuring that residents within Faircape’s long-term facilities receive professional, engaging, and person-centred intervention, and that they maintain dignity, purpose, and a high quality of life as they transition into and thrive within their new care environment.
As the Occupational Therapist at Cle du Cap, part of the Faircape Health group, Tatum is deeply passionate about geriatric care and committed to enhancing the quality of life, dignity, and independence of every resident she serves. Through occupational therapy, she supports residents to maintain their functional abilities and engage in meaningful, purposeful activities. With a warm, compassionate, and person-centred approach, she creates enriching experiences that reflect Faircape Health’s dedication to excellence, care, and respect. She endeavours to bring joy, purpose, and comfort to the lives of those she serves, helping each resident feel valued, empowered, and truly at home.
Demi Southgate completed her BSc in Occupational Therapy at the University of Cape Town in 2018. She then completed her community service year in a rural setting in the Northern Cape, where she gained valuable experience working in under-resourced healthcare environments. Following this, Demi spent three years working in adult neurological rehabilitation, an area of practice she found both deeply rewarding and professionally fulfilling. During this time, she developed a strong interest in supporting individuals to regain independence and improve their quality of life after neurological injury or illness. Demi went on to complete her Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy through Stellenbosch University in 2025, focusing on visual impairments. Her work reflects a passion for rehabilitation and enabling people with visual and neurological challenges to participate more fully in their daily lives.