Toys, books, and games provide opportunities for open-ended play and meaningful language learning. Play routines are established when participation in fun activities follows a predictable pattern or sequence. Play routines can facilitate speech and language development. Many children enjoy repetition in their play because they get to recreate an experience
Occupational Therapy at AKT begins with the belief that each child that we serve is unique and deserves unique services. This belief is set across all that we do and all that we strive to be. Services begin with a thorough evaluation of each child. The assessment tools are choosen
One of the most frequently occurring topics I have been approached by parents with is how they can help their child with overall transitions. As a therapist, I have encountered many instances where a child has a difficult time transitioning not only in the clinic but in a classroom, home,
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can exhibit motor impairments that include deficits in visual-motor and bilateral coordination, low tone, motor apraxia, toe-walking, and gross motor delays. Children with ASD also have a higher incidence of obesity due to the movement difficulties that they face. Physical activity poses a challenge
As Amazing Kidz Therapy has begun its reopening process this week. We wanted to share with everyone what the remaining re-opening schedule will look like so that everyone can begin to make more regular appointments. Week of May 25: – AKT will be closed on Monday in observance of Memorial Day
Amazing Kidz Therapy has continued to closely monitor this unusual situation that we are all facing with COVID19. We have analyzed the advice of the U.S. Dept of State, local authorities and the CDC to assist us in determining what the best next steps are for us to help maintain
In response to the extended school closures, AKT has expanded its virtual group offerings! Handwriting, Reading, and Social Skills groups will begin next week and last for 4 weeks. Contact our office to register!
Amazing Kidz Therapy, like most small businesses right now, is facing our time of operational uncertainty during this global pandemic. We have proudly served our communities as a Pediatric Therapy Clinic for over 3 years and in that time we have faced difficult choices that have had to be made,
By Allieson C. Bruce-Woolcock, COTA/L When children start Occupational Therapy for difficulty with handwriting and other fine motor tasks, such as buttoning and lacing, we brief the parents about the core activity we did during the session. The typical response we receive is “so are you or when are you
The importance of the vestibular system is often overlooked but it is believed to provide the foundation for all that we do as well as being of vital importance to our survival and our ability to function in daily life. The vestibular system helps us to know where we
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