occupational therapy
Childhood Obesity and How Pediatric Occupational Therapists Can Help
Kids with disabilities are at increased risk for a number of health hazards – including childhood obesity. The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey reports nearly 23% of kids with disabilities are obese compared to 16% of kids without disabilities.…
Why Self-Regulation is a Top Goal in Akron Occupational Therapy for Kids
If your child is recommended for Akron occupational therapy services, you may at some point hear the phrase “self-regulation.” It’s often a pivotal goal for many of the children with whom we work on a daily basis. It’s a skill…
Brecksville SLP Urges Parents to Proactively Protect Kids’ Hearing
As a Brecksville SLP (speech-language pathologist), I recognize it can be easy to disregard the possibility of hearing loss as a sad fact of getting older. However, what we’re seeing is that hearing loss – in particular noise-induced hearing loss…
Could Your Kid Benefit From Occupational Therapy Groups?
Whether your child has been receiving occupational therapy services for a while or they’re brand new to OT, parents may be wondering how they can reinforce the skills their kids are learning. Our Brecksville occupational therapy groups are a great…
Effectiveness of Parent-Mediated Occupational Therapy for Kids
When it comes to the success of occupational therapy for kids, the importance of parent engagement cannot be overstated. Our Akron occupational therapists may only see your child for a handful of hours a week – but you’re there all…
Akron Occupational Therapy for Kids Is an Evidence-Based Practice
If you were to peek into therapy sessions at our clinic, it might look like we’re “just playing.” But at Therapy & Wellness Connection, our Akron occupational therapy for kids is an evidence-based practice. For those unfamiliar with this terminology,…
Cleveland Occupational Therapists Can Help Kids With ADHD Improve Attention, Reduce Hyperactivity
Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) struggle with the key life skills of paying attention and maintaining a measure of stillness for certain stretches. (Exactly how long their attention span and/or capacity for keeping a calm body depends on…
Eat Ice Cream, Help TWC
Therapy and Wellness Connection is excited to be hosting an upcoming “spirit night” at Handel’s in Broadview Heights! Thursday July 20th from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Handel’s in Broadview Heights – come enjoy the best ice cream in…
Why Our Cleveland Occupational Therapists LOVE Broken Crayons
If you’re a kid, few things are better than a brand new box of crayons: That waxy scent, the smooth paper lining, the fine point tip, and the bright, bold colors. But if you’re one of our Cleveland occupational therapists,…
Why Swim Lessons for Kids With Autism Are Crucial – Akron ABA Therapist Insight
Summer is just around the corner here in Northeast Ohio, and many parents are making plans for the summer. Kids will have greater access to swimming pools, lakes, rivers, and other bodies of water as they enjoy summer fun. Learning…