Our Team
Meet the people that make Helping Hemi Hands a life changing experience for children and families the world over.
Olivia Wilkinson
Olivia is a dedicated Occupational Therapist specialising in CIMT, Bimanual Therapy and sensory integration to support children’s functional and therapeutic success.
location
Heywood, Rochdale
Conveniently located near the M62, M60 and M66, with rail and tram links nearby. The clinic features a spacious room with access to public toilet facilities and refreshments on request. Plenty of parking options.
Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy, First Class, University of Salford (2013)
- Level 2 Sensory Integration Training
- Registered with HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council)
- Member of RCOT (Royal College of Occupational Therapy)
- Member of the CYPF (Children, Young People and Their Families) specialist section of RCOT
- Level Three SI trained
Jen Connolly
Jen is an experienced Paediatric Occupational Therapist with a passion for neurology, specialising in CIMT, Bimanual Therapy, and early identification of developmental and upper limb concerns.
location
Upton, Wirral
The clinic is based in her own home, offering a less clinical atmosphere with a cozy sofa for families. Conveniently located near Junction 2 of the M53, and within a five minutes of two train stations.
Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy, First Class, University of Cumbria (2015)
- BSc (Hons) Life Sciences Applicable to Medicine, 2:1, University of Liverpool (2008)
- Early Years Journey and Neonatal Care
- Registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council)
- Member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy (RCOT)
- Trained in the Hammersmith Infant Neurological Examination (HINE) and Hand Assessment for Infants (HAI)
- Trained in APPLES
Nikki Toon
Nikki is a passionate Paediatric Neurological Physiotherapist specializing in CIMT, Bimanual Therapy and supporting children with Autism and ADHD.
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location
Edgeley, Stockport
Conveniently located near the M60 and M56, with on street parking. Just a five minute drive from Stockport train station.
Qualifications
- BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, Manchester Metropolitan University (2007)
- Advanced Bimanual Therapy Course, Brian Hoare
- CIMT Training under Dr. Taub’s team
- AHA, mini AHA, APPLES, MCSP, ACPC
Our Services
The team can help your family with any of these therapy options
Specialist Hemiplegic Assessment
A comprehensive assessment tailored to your hemiplegic child’s upper limb therapy needs, available from six months onward.
Online Consultation
Our face to face assessments, delivered conveniently online.
Intensive Upper Limb Therapy Program
A 3 or 4 week intensive program combining Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) and Bimanual Therapy, designed to improve upper limb function in children with hemiplegia.
Hemi Hands at Home Online Program
A online program of guided early intervention for upper limb therapy.
Early Detection and Developmental Play Assessment
Specialised early detection and intervention to assess neurological development, provide clarity to parents worried about possible neurological impairments.
Hemi Hands at Home Educational Modules
On demand learning and specific areas of upper limb therapy for parents to access anytime.