Protect Your Child’s Hearing

Posted on May 4, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

It has become a common sight to see people from children to adults listening to headphones and ear buds out in public. The number of people listening to music through headphones increased by 75% from 1990 to 2005. 36 million American adults report some degree of hearing loss and we are seeing hea...

National Mental Health Month

Posted on May 1, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

May 1-31 is National Mental Health Awareness Month. National Mental Health Month raises awareness about mental illness and related issues in the United States. In recent times, attitudes towards mental health issues appear to be changing. Negative attitudes and stigma associated with mental healt...

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month

Posted on May 1, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month. This month we will be sharing posts to raise awareness about communication disorders. Speech, language, and hearing disorders are among the most common disabilities in the United States, with 8-9% of children suffering from speech disorders. Hearing impairm...

Occupational Therapy Tips for Homework Success

Posted on April 30, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

Many factors can contribute to difficulty with homework. If your child is resisting homework time, it may be helpful to consider if making changes to the routine can help to support your child’s participation. One factor to consider is how your child is sitting while doing homework. If a child�...

2015 Summer Groups Registration Is Now Open – Call Today!

Posted on April 24, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

Our summer group schedule is now available. We are excited to be offering several new groups this summer that will address the social and educational needs of children ages 3-18. Click here to finds out more about our summer groups. Space is limited so reserve your child’s spot soon.

2nd Annual Autism Walk in Central Oregon

Posted on April 23, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

Autism Society of Oregon’s 2nd Annual Autism Walk in Central Oregon Date: Saturday, May 2, 2015 Place: Highland Baptist Church 3100 SW Highland Ave Redmond, OR Time: Fun Starts 10am; Walk Begins 11:30am Raffles * Face Painters * Crafts * Bounce House *Sensory Table * Gluten-Free Food Samples *Com...

Looking for a fun activity on a sunny Sunday?

Posted on April 18, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

Come and meet us at the 13th annual Autism Walk presented by the Autism Society of Oregon. This is a family friendly event. Sunday, April 19, 2015 at Oaks Park in SE Portland Fun starts 9am ~ Walk begins 10:45am ~ Rides open 11:30am For more information, click here for the ASO website

2015 Southwest Washington Special Education Conference and Resource Fair

Posted on April 15, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

SATURDAY, APRIL 25TH FROM 9 AM – 12 PM @ PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOL We will have a resource booth at The Southwest Washington Special Education Conference and Resource Fair. This event will offer concurrent workshops/sessions, an exhibit hall, and a children’s activity area. This event is open to...

What is OT?

Posted on April 14, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

The American Occupational Therapy Association has declared the month of April to be known as Occupational Therapy Month. Occupational therapy is the only profession that helps people across the lifespan to do the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of daily activities (occ...

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

Posted on April 12, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. There is often nothing about how individuals with ASD look that sets them apart from other people. However, individuals with ASD may communicate, interact, be...

April 2015 is National Occupational Therapy Month

Posted on April 7, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

April is National Occupational Therapy Month. Occupational Therapists (OT) help their clients live life to the fullest by improving their ability to participate in activities of daily living, leisure and school or work. Occupational therapy services typically include: Customized treatment program...