ADHD Morning Survival Tips – Get Up and Out the Door Every Time

Posted on October 23, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

Happier Mornings for ADHD Households: Make-over your morning! Our expert tips can help ADHD adults, children, and even their parents get up and out the door on time, every time. Dr. Patricia Quinn’s article provides a number of helpful tips for those of us who struggle with getting out of the...

Autism Society of Oregon Workshop – 10/25/14

Posted on October 22, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

Learn About Safety Devices – 10/27/14

Posted on October 22, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

From Autism Society of Oregon: EXTRA! EXTRA! Carl Johnson, a designer/fabricator in assistive technology since 1981 for the state of Massachusetts, will be visiting Portland. He’s stopping by the ASO office to share some of the safety-related devices he has developed for children on the autism s...

Halloween Tips For Children With Sensory Sensitivities

Posted on October 19, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

Halloween is right around the corner! Most kids can’t wait to don their costumes and make their way through the neighborhood, but for children with sensory sensitivities like those associated with ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Sensory Processing Disorder, Halloween can be stressful. At Ne...

ADHD – Just For Fun: They’re Conspiring Against Us.

Posted on October 16, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

See, it’s not my fault! They’re conspiring against us.

Speech Therapy Can Help Children with ADHD!

Posted on October 12, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

Now that school is in the swing of things, this time of year brings ADHD to the forefront for some children and adolescents. ADHD is a condition of the brain that affects a person’s executive functions and self regulation. It can create many problems, including speech and language deficits, whi...

Language-Based Learning Disabilities: Speech Therapy Can Help!

Posted on October 10, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

Language-based learning disabilities are difficulties related to the understanding and use of spoken and written language. With October being Learning Disability Awareness Month, it is important to look at the signs of this type of learning disability to determine if academic struggles may be d...

The Heart-Brain Connection Conference – 9/30/14

Posted on September 22, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

Portland Conference Heart-Brain Connection PreSERVE Coalition presents our 4th conference on Aging & Memory in the African American Community: The Heart-Brain Connection Tuesday, September 30, 2014 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM Legacy Emanuel Medical Center Lorenzen Auditorium 2801 N. Gantenbein Portland...

Behavior 101 Weekend – ASO

Posted on September 17, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

With generous support from Kampgrounds of America-Astoria, ASO is presenting a weekend of events for the whole family (including siblings) – with free cabins, free childcare and free “Behavior 101” Workshops. ADVANCE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED – SPACE IS LIMITED! Cabins: Check-in is on Friday, Sept...

FREE – Back-to-School Resource Fair

Posted on September 8, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

FACT Family Network Back-to-School Resource Fair Saturday, September 13 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Earl Boyles Elementary School 10822 SE Bush St. Portland, OR 97266 [Map it!] FACT Family Network, in collaboration with David Douglas School District, presents the FACT Family Network Back to School Resou...

Building Writing Skills

Posted on August 21, 2014November 10, 2017 by arun

Writing on a vertical (up and down) surface helps to promote an efficient pencil grasp position. Writing on a vertical surface, engages the shoulder muscles to work against gravity which promotes the development of the arm strength and stability. This position also encourages an extended wrist po...