Zappos is now expanding their adaptive line to include customized shoe buying, allowing purchases of just one shoe or a combination of sizes! For now, it is just a pilot program, but what a difference this could make for so many families! You can now buy a single shoe or build a pair using different sizes from some of your…
Many children will have challenges wearing a face mask, as this maybe required when they to school. Our children with sensory issues will be more impacted. Many resources exists for families with regards to social stories about masks. Step one is to explain the situation to your child. Choose a time when your child is calm to speak to them…
At DPT we have utilized the Accessible Chef recipes with great success. Accessible Chef is a website free to the public. They have a collection of free visual recipes. The recipes help to teach cooking skills to individuals with disabilities. The visual recipes make use of task analysis, by breaking down a complex task into manageable steps. Students may require…
Returning to a schedule at DPT frequently asked Q and A: Q: We are still doing telehealth; when do I need to resume my “normal” schedule with DPT? A: As summer begins to come to an end, we certainly encourage you to have your child resume their regularly scheduled time spot with DPT, even if you are still doing some…
Sleep is an essential part of our day to ensure we are healthy and ready to engage in what life has to offer. Going to sleep and getting enough sleep are important skills for children to learn. Optimal sleep helps to ensure that children are able to play and ready to participate in daily activities at school or at home,…
SAFETY IN THERAPY There have been some changes at Darling Pediatric Therapies since Covid-19. We have made those changes to keep your children safe. One of the changes we made back in March, was to remove our crash pads from our main gym and our train depot. The covering was frequently laundered, but could not be cleaned and dried between…
Lekotek of Georgia serves children with a wide range of disabilities. They began in December 1983 providing services. They primarily serve children from birth to 8 years of age, with computer services also available to adolescents and young adults. Minimal fees are charged for some activities, but full and partial scholarships are always available. The heart of Lekotek is its…
Georgia Department of Health publishes “Taking Charge of My Health Care- Moving from Pediatric to Adult Health Care- A Workbook for Youth and Young Adults With or Without Disabilities”. This workbook is designed to be a useful tool for planning and practicing for the transition from pediatrics to adulthood. One is encouraged to review the workbook, and take the information…
Because so many of those they serve are especially vulnerable to COVID-19, the FOCUS staff has shifted all of their programming and support away from in-person activities for the time being. They are providing daily activities adapted for children with special needs to do with their families. FOCUS began in 1983 when two medically fragile children shared a hospital room.…
Promise Class for Children with Special Needs Alpharetta Presbyterian Church offers a Christian education class with trained caregivers for children with special needs and respite during worship for their families on Sunday mornings, and during most major church events. The class includes Vacation Bible School classes, special worship services, and social events. For more information and suggested resources for families,…