24/11/2025
The children of Lady Hochoy Home in Gasparillo now have a new reason to smile — thanks to a vibrant Sensory Path created through a heartwarming partnership between the Rotary Club of San Fernando and Jordanne Steele, a passionate postgraduate student in Occupational Therapy at The University of the West Indies.
“A sensory path is more than just a walkway,” Jordanne explains, “It’s a space for discovery, movement, and connection. It helps children develop balance, coordination, focus, and confidence — while having fun. This project combines my passion for occupational therapy, creativity, and service. Sensory paths promote sensory integration — how our brains process and respond to sensory information — and they encourage balance, coordination, focus, and self-regulation. “Our goal is to make play and learning accessible to every child, regardless of ability, that’s what inclusion looks like in action.”
The installation — which incorporates textures such as sand, colourful pebbles, brick pavers, and artificial turf — is designed to stimulate touch, sight, and movement through play. From a therapeutic perspective, the initiative also highlights the growing role of occupational therapy in local healthcare and education. By integrating play and sensory engagement, the project fosters both physical and emotional development in children — transforming everyday movement into meaningful experiences
“The Rotary Club of San Fernando continues to lead initiatives that uplift lives and foster hope. This Sensory Path marks a powerful step toward inclusion and creativity. The project reflects the power of community partnerships in creating inclusive spaces where all children can thrive.” - Rotary club of San Fernando President Kurt Traboulay
