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Innovative Occupational Therapy, Driving Assessments and Business Resilience
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- Apr 5, 2026
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- 2672
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Summary
Cathy Love speaks with Jenny Gribbin, Founding Director of Driving Well Occupational Therapy in Brisbane, about building a specialist occupational therapy business in the driving and vehicle modification space. Jenny reflects on her journey from launching a side hustle at her kitchen table in 2016 to leading a small but mighty team, while staying deeply connected to the core purpose of occupational therapy: helping people return to the activities they need and want to do. Together, Cathy and Jenny explore the clinical depth of driving-related OT, the importance of mentoring, supervision and professional interest groups, and the role innovation has played in Jenny’s work. They also discuss online toolkits, learner driver supports, senior driver preparation, clinical education, revenue diversification, and why Allied Health Business Owners cannot afford to take a “wait and see” approach in a changing sector. Topics covered on occupational therapy innovation, driving assessments, and business resilience : Specialist OT in driving and vehicle modifications – Jenny unpacks the complexity of working with senior drivers, experienced drivers returning after injury or illness, and learner drivers who need tailored preparation and support. Innovation, education and diversified service offers – Cathy and Jenny discuss how real clinical problems led to new tools, short courses, online resources, supervision, training opportunities and broader service development. Professional leadership and business resilience – The conversation highlights Jenny’s contribution to OT interest groups, national driving task force work, conference leadership, and the importance of strong support networks when navigating uncertainty and reform. P.S. If this episode is hitting on pain points you’re faci…