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Blog Resources
Looking for the perfect gift that’s fun and beneficial? Check out our therapeutic gift guide for children with developmental disabilities. From sensory toys that calm and engage to games that build speech, motor, and social skills, find holiday gift ideas that both kids and therapists will love!
October is Physical Therapy Month! Discover how pediatric PT helps children with developmental delays or disabilities gain strength, improve balance and coordination, and reach their motor milestones , building confidence and independence along the way.
July 4th can overwhelm kids with sensory challenges. Discover tips to plan a sensory-friendly celebration—from noise-canceling headphones to calming breaks—so your child can enjoy fireworks and festivities stress-free.
Nature is the original therapy room and summer is the perfect time to take your child’s developmental goals outside. Here are some simple, playful, and effective outdoor activities that support sensory and motor development, spark creativity, and sneak in family fun.
Discover the calming and empowering benefits of aquatic therapy for children with autism, ADHD, and other special needs. Learn how water play builds strength, sensory regulation, and confidence—while having fun in a safe, therapeutic pool setting this summer.
Podcast Resources
AAC doesn’t have to be overwhelming or clinical—it can be playful, powerful, and part of everyday life. In this inspiring episode of the Autism Family Resource Podcast, SLPs Stacey Dover and Lydia Mackay share how to make communication with AAC devices joyful, effective, and rooted in connection.
Try this 4-phase framework to help your child regulate and understand their sensory processing needs
External Resources
A resource offering practical strategies to support children and youth on the autism spectrum in developing self-care skills such as dressing, showering, toileting, toothbrushing, and hair care
Visual flashcards designed to help children with autism understand and sequence daily routines, aiding in the development of independent living skills