Posts in “Sensory Processing/Integration”
Summer Camps and Programs
The staff at Emerge has been busy planning our summer programs. Summer is a wonderful time to offer your child an intensive therapy experience. We offer a wide variety of programs designed to enrich children's lives and develop new skills. The fliers will soon be up on the website, but in the…
Autistic-Like Video
Some children with Sensory Processing Disorders present with symptoms that are characteristic of autism. This is the story of one family whose child was labeled autistic at a very young age. His parents were frustrated that the recommended behavioral approach (ABA) did not seem to be meeting his…
Therapy Equipment Resource
From time to time I receive mailings from small companies that offer therapy equipment, often which is less expensive than when offered through a large company. Affordable Therapy Solutions is one of these companies offering weighted blankets and vests, swing and scooter boards. As always, check…
Get Ready for School using Interactive Metronome
In the remaining weeks of summer there is just enough time to undertake undertake an Interactive Metronome® (IM) download software world maps and mileage
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Summer Time and the Living is Easy
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Summer offers numerous opportunities for you to support your child's progress in occupational and/or speech therapy. (Vacations and travel can also be challenging - see earlier posts: Summer Travel).
WATER PLAY: Enjoy water play with your child. And while a trip to the beach or pool is great,…
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What is Therapeutic Listening (and can it help my child)?
Therapeutic Listening® combines a sound-based intervention with a sensory diet to impact a child's sensory processing and behavioral organization. Therapeutic Listening can impact sensory modulation, attention, behavior, postural organization, and speech and language difficulties. Therapeutic…
Summer Travel when your child has a Sensory Processing Disorder, part 2
In the last post, we explored strategies to support your child on vacation if he or she is a sensory seeker, but what if your child is more of a sensory avoider. Some children have sensitive nervous systems that are easily overwhelmed. Depending on the child, they may demonstrate sensory…
Summer Travel when your child has a Sensory Processing Disorder, part 1 where to buy cheap office software
Often taking children out of their home and familiar routines can often be challenging. When you plan your summer vacation, think about your child's sensory needs and how they respond to different environments. Every child's needs are different and we often tell parents they need to be detectives…
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Summer is a great time to undertake an Interactive Metronome® (IM) program for your child. IM is a neuro-motor assessment & treatment tool used in therapy to improve the neurological processes of motor planning,sequencing, rhythm and timing. IM ‘trains the brain’ to plan, sequence and process…
Core Control
Children with sensory processing disorders and/or motor control challenges often lack good postural control and core musculature development. One of the ways we assess core control is through the child’s ability to attain and maintain prone (on stomach) extension [superman position] and supine…
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Meeting Sensory Needs During the Winter
With the arrival of cold weather, children tend to spend more time indoors, often doing sedentary activities. Their need for physical activities (sensory diet) do not, however, decrease. If the weather keeps you inside, look for opportunities within your home. Set up simple obstacle courses…
Understanding Sensory Diets
Children with sensory processing difficulties often benefit from the implementation of a sensory diet, specifically chosen to meet their needs. Specifically chosen activities are incorporated throughout the day to help regulate their nervous system and therefore their behavior, focus and…