• Feeding Therapy
    • Aquatic Therapy
          • Aquatic Therapy is designed to benefit children by working on therapeutic skills in a gravity assisted environment. The pool setting offers a variety of water-based activities that enhance or restore mobility and function in a warm water environment.

    • Physical Therapy
          • Our therapists will find fun and creative ways to improve your child’s gross motor skills and improve their ability to perform functional daily activities.

    • Occupational Therapy
          • Daily life “occupations”, AKA activities, for children include everything from playing, dressing, feeding, and bathing to handwriting and social interactions. Occupational therapists help to improve a child’s performance and participation in all of those activities.

    • Teletherapy
          • Teletherapy is therapy via a live video connection. The treatment session is similar to an in-person session, however it is over a computer (or other device) instead!

    • Speech-Language Therapy
          • Communication skills are an essential aspect of a child’s overall development, health, learning experiences, self-esteem, and ability to express their basic wants and needs. These skills are also incredibly important to school performance and social interaction.

    • RockStar Kidz
          • Unleash your potential with our dynamic Yoga and Fitness Boot Camp! Our transformative 45-minute sessions offer children and young adults the chance to enhance their flexibility, body awareness, and extend their range of motion. Experience the magic of focused training and improve your posture like never before. Come dressed in your comfy attire, lace-up your tennis shoes, and don’t forget your water bottle. Elevate your fitness journey with us today!

    • Summer Programming 2025
          • Summer break is an amazing time for kids, but as parents/guardians, we can’t help but worry that all this time off from school will cause their skills to fall behind. This concern is amplified for kids with developmental and physical diagnoses. For our 2025 summer programming, kids can join our Handwriting Bootcamp, where they will focus on improving their handwriting skills in a fun and engaging environment! Now they can continue developing their therapy skills while having a great time!

            Summer Programming 2025 

             

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        • Blog
        • Check out our blog entries for tips, activities, overviews, and home projects on topics ranging from physical, occupational, and speech therapy!

        • Helpful Links
        • Explore useful resources from other organizations and community partners

        • Frequently Asked Questions
        • Questions regarding evaluations, referrals, or services? This page offers quick answers to the most common questions.

        • Attendance Policy
        • Information regarding cancellations and no-shows for Perm and Flex schedules.

        • Deductible Program
        • This is a program for families with high deductibles. We understand that when your deductible is not met, bills can add up fast! Take control of your finances with our help!

        • COVID-19 Guidelines
        • When to stay home, when to isolate, and what to consider for accommodations, modifications, and assistance.

        • What Should I Expect at My First Visit?
        • It’s natural to have questions and concerns about what to expect during your first visit with us, so here is a summary of what you can expect on your evaluation.

        • School vs Outpatient Therapy Services
        • Navigating the landscape of pediatric therapy services can be complex, particularly when differentiating between outpatient and school-based therapy services. Our guide helps make sense of the differences and similarities.

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Mental Wellness for Parents

mental wellness parents

A parent’s mental wellness and health can often take a back seat to the physical and mental health of their children, especially when those children live with intellectual and developmental disorders (IDD). The mental wellness of parents and other caregivers of children with IDD is very important, both to the parents themselves and in turn, to the children that they care for. Studies show that parents of children with IDD are more likely to experience anxiety, depression, insomnia, and fatigue than others.  

Parental mental health can have an effect on many aspects of a family’s life and wellbeing and taking steps to care for your own mental wellness as a parent can trickle down to every part of your life at home, work, and more. There are many healthy ways for parents to cope with mental health problems as well as to prevent issues from arising.  

Practicing mindfulness 

  • Meditation and yoga
  • Reading and quiet solo activities like painting or puzzles
  • Walking and other light exercise
  • Mantras and positive self-talk, try the mantra “I can only control myself”
  • Get more examples of simple mindfulness practices here  

Self-care habits 

  • Meet your own basic needs, focus on sleep, drinking enough water, and eating a balanced diet 
  • Get out and about – do activities that are just for yourself 
  • Nurture your relationships outside of your children’s needs, including with your spouse or partner

Support systems 

  • Ask for help from those around you! You may be surprised at how willing the people around you are to support you!
  • Find a support network outside your family. There are countless support groups online for parents of children with all sorts of different abilities!

No matter how you take care of your mental wellness as a parent, taking care of it at all is so important! Tell us some of your favorite mental wellness tips to help out other parents!

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