Our tailor-made programming is thoughtfully developed to support participants of all ages and abilities. Groups typically meet once per week for 60 minutes over a six-week period for participants ages 18 and older. Children ages 3–17 may participate in two-hour sessions over six weeks or 12 weeks of 60-minute programming. Classes are created based on each participant’s age and cognitive level.
Play Therapy
Individualized sessions designed to increase appropriate skills and development through play-based experiences. Opportunities for exploration and discovery are provided while targeting specific skills, including increased frustration tolerance and attention span, managing transitions, reciprocal social interactions, and positive self-awareness. A variety of toys, games, and sensory materials are utilized.
School Readiness
This group is designed for children ages 3–7 and focuses on foundational learning skills, including increasing attention span, active listening, participation, and engagement. Emphasis is placed on managing transitions that can be applied in home and classroom settings.
Sensory Regulation
This group is designed to improve sensory integration through the use of proprioceptive input, vestibular stimulation, and strategies to address tactile defensiveness and support auditory discrimination and visual processing.
Academic Support
Individualized sessions designed for students ages 8–18 to promote and increase academic success within their current educational setting. A variety of instructional methods are provided to help accelerate learning, support individual educational goals and objectives, and meet appropriate learning standards.
Assistive Technology
Adaptive technology, including eye gaze systems, switches, touch screen monitors, and interactive applications such as Osmo and iPads, is utilized to provide universal access for individuals of all ability levels. Sessions focus on enhancing cognition, academics, and functional computer skills through engaging, hands-on activities.
Expressive Language
This group focuses on increasing language skills through the use of the CORE vocabulary system and AAC devices. The CORE board incorporates visual supports and commonly used vocabulary to encourage and promote functional communication.
“Handy Dandy” Writing
This group encourages fine motor development and handwriting skills through the use of multi-sensory tools and strategies in a fun, engaging environment.
Social Skills Group
This group is designed to encourage social and expressive communication in a structured, play-based environment. Focus areas include sharing, turn-taking, cooperative play, safety awareness, and friendship skills. Additional emphasis is placed on understanding non-verbal communication, including body language and facial expressions.
