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Sensory Integration Impacts Behavior and Learning
Thursday, September 27, 2007 |
Speaker: AC Staff |
We are constantly receiving sensory input from the environment. Difficulty in processing this information manifests itself in the behaviors that we observe individuals. Learning, in turn, is impacted greatly by the way the brain interprets this information. This presentation will focus on ways to help read these behaviors and provide strategies designed to help the child be more successful in the learning arena |
Strategies For Picky Eaters and Problem Feeders
Thursday, October 11, 2007 |
Speakers: AC Staff |
Many children are picky eaters. When is it time to seek the help of a therapist? Learn to identify feeding problems in children and how to intervene. Understand typical feeding milestones, learn to identify whether the problem is physical, sensory, and/or behavioral based, and learn strategies for feeding and mealtime.
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Speech Is More Than Just Talking
Thursday, October 25, 2007 |
Speakers: AC Staff |
This workshop will discuss how language impacts learning and behavior in children.
Early language precursors help your child succeed in school. Ideas will be presented to help you enhance your child’s understanding of language, including answering questions and following directions. |
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Potty Training Your Special Needs Child
Thursday, November 8, 2007 |
Guest Speaker: Judy Coucouvanis, CNC/NP |
This presentation shows parents how to develop an individualized toileting schedule, establish a successful toileting routine, use rewards, manage accidents and other mishaps, understand the importance of dry pants and follow a proven plan to successful continence.
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Medical And Developmental Challenges Affecting
Internationally Adopted Children
Thursday, November 29, 2007 |
Guest Speaker: Dr. Eileen Donovan, Medical
Director, Detroit Institute for Children |
Issues related to adopting a child from another country will be presented by Dr. Donovan from 3 points of views: A mother who went through an international adoption, a pediatrician discussing the health issues that internationally adopted children face, and a rehab physician to discuss the delays that they might have (sensory integrative dysfunction, institutionally acquired autism, developmental and language delays). Don’t miss this exciting, informative presentation! |
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Sensory Motor Approaches For Apraxia And Articulation Disorders
Thursday, December 6, 2007 |
Speaker: AC Staff |
This workshop will discuss how non-traditional approaches to speech disorders can benefit your child’s development. Learn to differentiate between apraxia and articulation disorder. A variety of treatment approaches will be presented including cuing hierarchies, oral motor ideas, oral sensory suggestions, and use of tactile prompting (PROMPT).
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Sensory Integration In The Home
Thursday, January 17, 2008 |
Speaker: AC Staff |
This workshop will focus on Sensory integration strategies that can be implemented in the home. Learn how to identify your child’s sensory needs and weave sensory activities into your family’s routine. All children can benefit from these simple activities. Children that are having sensory processing difficulties must have a sensory diet in the home to maintain progress made during treatment session.
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What Best Predicts Academic Success? Executive
Function In Preschool And School Age Children
Thursday, January 17, 2008 |
Speaker: AC Staff |
Executive functions help direct our behaviors toward achieving a goal…they are like the brain’s CEO. These skills, which begin to develop at very early ages, are crucial for academic and social success. This workshop will introduce executive functions and discuss THE ROLE THEY PLAY in successful development. |
Tummy-Time, Strategies for Parents to Promote Their Child’s Development
Thursday, February 7, 2008 |
Speaker: AC Staff |
This workshop will focus on the importance of providing infants with tummy-time and how it affects motor development. Learn about the different stages of infant gross motor development throughout the first year of life. The participants will be provided with suggestions of different activities that will help to provide their infant with the benefits of tummy-time
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Strategies for Picky Eaters and Problem Feeders
Thursday, February 21, 2008 |
Speaker: AC Staff |
Many children are picky eaters. When is it time to seek the help of a therapist? Learn to identify feeding problems in children and how to intervene. Understand typical feeding milestones, learn to identify whether the problem is physical, sensory, and/or behavioral based, and learn strategies for feeding and mealtime. |
Gifted And “Quirky” Kids
Thursday, March 13, 2008 |
Speaker: Kim Waters |
Do you know a bright inquisitive child that is just a little quirky? Do any of these kids sound familiar? The gifted writer who’s penmanship cannot be deciphered. The gifted youngster that covers her ears at any loud noise. The bright child that will not try any new foods. The bright child that avoids getting messy. The gifted child distracted by sock seams and clothing tags.
These along with other gifted traits will be covered in this informational workshop.
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Therapeutic Approaches to Autism
Thursday, April 10, 2008 |
Speaker: AC Staff |
Check back soon for description.
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Management of Spasticity
Thursday, May 8, 2008 |
Guest Speaker: Eileen Donovan, MD
Medical Director, Detroit Institute for Children |
Dr. Donovan will be presenting the management of spasticity in conditions like cerebral palsy. Topics covered will include non-invasive management (therapy, positioning, equipment), medications (Valium, Baclofen, Zanaflex), and procedures such as Botox injections and the Intrathecal Baclofen Pump.
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Sensory Integration Impacts Behavior and Learning
Thursday, May 22, 2008 |
Speaker: AC Staff |
Difficulty in processing sensory information from our environment manifests itself in the behaviors that we observe in that individual. Learning, in turn, is impacted greatly by the way the brain interprets this information. This presentation will focus on ways to help read these behaviors and provide strategies designed to help the child be more successful in the learning arena.
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“Handwriting Without Tears”
Thursday, June 19, 2008 |
Speaker: AC Staff |
The purpose of this lecture is to provide parents, teachers, and professionals with a review of fine motor development and appropriate milestones that lay the foundation for handwriting skills. The lecture will highlight the benefits of using the HWT program in comparison to other models. The participants will learn through the use of lecture, discussion, and interactive application on how HWT can be used with children from the Preschool to Cursive levels.
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Pre-registration
is encouraged and appreciated. If you have questions about this series,
please call 248.926.0909
Evenings: 7:00-9:00
pm
Cost: $25.00/lecture
Location: Abilities Center, 2075 E. West Maple Rd. B-204, Walled Lake, MI 48390
To register contact: Abilities Center, 248.926.0909 |
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Evenings: 7:00-9:00
pm 
$25.00/lecture