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On November 14, 2011, Peggy McCourry and Tamara Hodge opened a small occupational therapy clinic on West Maple Street in Wayland. 10 years later this clinic has 2 larger locations, 5 therapists, 2 support staff and provides OT to over… Continue Reading →
Check with your doctor to rule out any medical causes, then try squeaky shoes and these activities.
What is it? The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) is a five hour, research-based, auditory intervention designed to reduce stress and auditory sensitivity while enhancing social engagement and resilience. Based on Dr. Porges’ Polyvagal Theory, the SSP exerts a calming… Continue Reading →
Now that school is in session, the American Occupational Therapy Association recommends taking notice of what items are being carried to and from school and how. The following guidelines can help: Make sure that the backpack that is the correct… Continue Reading →
Our new Foam machine offered a novel Sensory Experience for the girl’s social group on a hot Monday. Boys group is going to really enjoy this on Thursday. Some kids took a while to touch the foam soap but after… Continue Reading →
Parent testimony of 4 year-old after 7 sessions of occupational therapy: We have a chalkboard in my son’s bedroom and we have chalk markers, so it requires fine motor skills. Before my son would grab it with his entire fist,… Continue Reading →
We are back open but rearranging schedules to minimize risk. Keeping kids apart and limiting groups of non family members. It is taking time. Thank you all for your patience.
Occupational therapy is fun, proprioception, coordination, vestibular, strengthening, socialization and more FUN!
Check out this 15 minute video. Share it with friends and grandparents to help all to understand Sensory Processing. Let’s all remember to build on the gifts and interests we and others have in each moment. https://youtu.be/D1G5ssZlVUw
Check us out in this awesome video compilation of Wayland area businesses promoting safe Wildcat Pride. https://vimeo.com/477364080