May is Better Hearing and Speech Month

Posted on May 2, 2016November 6, 2017 by arun

Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM) provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders and the role of speech-language pathologists in providing life-altering treatment. Speech and language disorders are among the most common conditions in children. A number of recent studi...

Miss Melissa’s Spring Sensory Inventions

Posted on April 7, 2016November 6, 2017 by arun

Ever wanted to make your own… Bouncy Ball!?!? Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. white glue 1 teaspoon of borax powder (can be found in the laundry detergent aisle of most grocery/department stores) food coloring 1 Tbsp. cornstarch 4 ounces of warm water Instructions: Label one cup “Borax solution” and the...

World Autism Awareness Day

Posted on April 2, 2016November 6, 2017 by arun

Today is the eighth annual World Autism Awareness Day. Every year, autism organizations around the world celebrate the day with unique fundraising and awareness-raising events. How will you celebrate?

Join NHWS at the PCPO conference April 2, 2016

Posted on March 27, 2016 by arun

The Parent Child Preschools Organization (PCPO) is a nonprofit organization of more than 60 cooperative preschools and kindergartens with a membership of approximately 2,400 families and teachers. PCPO Conference is a great opportunity for parents of preschoolers to gain valuable informati...

Miss Melissa’s February Sensory Invention

Posted on February 17, 2016November 10, 2017 by arun

Look each month for new ideas from Melissa Polensky COTA/L. She will be sharing great ideas for easy, fun and sensory rich activities that help to support occupational therapy and speech therapy goals. How about making….Putty! Ingredients: 4 oz bottle of regular school glue- not the washable ki...

Job Opening – Speech Therapist

Posted on January 27, 2016November 10, 2017 by arun

Our clinic is seeking a part time pediatric speech and language pathologist to join our dynamic and energetic multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity to practice with other professionals and help to empower children and their families. Want to know more? Visit our website at ...

Miss Melissa’s January Sensory Invention

Posted on January 22, 2016November 10, 2017 by arun

This month in OT we are making…. Erupting Snow Ingredients: ¼ cup of Baking Soda 1 TB of Vinegar Blue glitter 2-3 squirts of Shaving Cream Instructions: Pour baking soda into a bowl Add shaving cream Add as much glitter as you like Mix the ingredients together. Pour the vinegar and watch the m...

We Suport Children’s Development Through Community Partnerships

Posted on January 19, 2016 by arun

We are excited to be involved with Tigard Playschool in promoting awareness of health and developmental skills. Occupational and Speech Therapists from our clinic will participate in Tigard Playschool’s 2nd Annual Screening Day. Children at the school will participate in dental, vision, speech ...

Staying Calm and Alert Social Skills Group

Posted on December 29, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

Group Leader, Casey, talks about the Staying Calm and Alert Group: “Group members will work together to learn how to monitor, maintain, and change their level of alertness. The purpose of this group is to build interaction skills while helping kids understand their personal arousal states, and ...

Miss Melissa’s Winter Sensory Inventions

Posted on December 26, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

Look each month for new ideas from Melissa Polensky COTA/L. She will be sharing great ideas for easy, fun and sensory rich activities that help to support occupational therapy and speech therapy goals. Need something to do during winter break? How about making…… Rubbery Marshmallow Playdough ...

Parent Education Group for Growing Eaters

Posted on December 17, 2015November 10, 2017 by arun

Group leader, Allyson talks about the Growing Eaters Parent group: “This group is designed with parents in mind. My goal is to provide critical parent education needed to help children increase their acceptance of and safety with new foods. This group is designed to allow parents to take an acti...