April 2006 Newsletter  





trains parents and caregivers of children with autistic spectrum disorder to play with their children in new ways. These techniques are designed to draw them out of isolation, increase socialization, improve language, and decrease repetitive behaviors. It uses video tapes to give families detailed guidance about ways to implement the Developmental, Individualized and Relationship-oriented (DIR) model (the approach developed by Stanley Greenspan, M.D.)
Abilities Center staff have been trained to offer this program under the supervision of Richard Solomon, M.D., the founder of the P.L.A.Y. Project model.

- New program for children on the autistic spectrum offered at the Abilities Center. Trained tutors work with parent and child for 4-10 hours per week. The tutor works with the child individually to improve his or her developmental skills, including engagement, self-regulation, and communication.


 

Sensory Integration and Speech
• Thursday, April 27, 2006
Speakers: Abilities Center Staff
Fee: $25

Sensory Integration and the Home
• Thursday, May 18, 2006
Speakers: Abilities Center Staff
Fee: $25

Kay Toomey:  The SOS Approach to Feeding

• May 15,16,17, 2007
Speaker: Kay Toomey


Early, intensive intervention is the key to success. Brain research indicates that poor speech, language, motor, or sensory skill development can lead to learning and behavior issues later on. Speech-language, physical and occupational therapy can help children achieve their maximum potential by building a strong foundation on which to learn new skills. The earlier that intervention takes place the better, as the brain is just developing and new skills emerging. For more information or to have your child assessed by qualified professionals, call your local school district or contact the Abilities Center today.


Abilities Center | 2075 E. West Maple Road Suite B-204, Walled Lake, Michigan 48390
248.926.0909 | Fax 248.624.3332 | therapy@abilitiescenter.com