The Speech Therapy department at CWJR is trained in a variety of specialized programs, including the Hanen approach, reflex integration, Vital Stim, and specialized feeding courses.
If someone you love is using an Alternative or Augmentative Communication (AAC) device, it’s important to support them at home as well as in therapy so that they can learn to use it in different contexts and with different people. Here are a few things you can do to help them learn more quickly and […]
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Take a moment while you are reading this and imagine this scenario: You are trying to tell your child to NOT do something. They maybe pause but then they do that thing that you just told them not to do. Or picture that you are with your child, you tell them no then they fall
Meet Kristin – one of our awesome SLPs at Crawl Walk Jump Run Therapy clinic!
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When beginning your search for a therapy clinic for either you or a loved one, it is completely normal to feel overwhelmed! You may have a lot of questions about the condition, the therapy type, or anything else in between. That’s why we offer a FREE 30 minute screening to anyone who has any questions
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Christmas is just around the corner and the holiday cheer is all around! What better way to celebrate than to go to a tree lighting or have breakfast with Santa! There are many different activities that are sensory friendly and geared toward children who have disabilities. Some different ones that I found include:
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When we are trying to encourage children to talk and take a turn in our social engagement often we find ourselves filling in the silence that is evident throughout the child’s play. One important therapy technique that you can adopt throughout your day to day routine is wait time.
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If you have concerns about your child’s speech and language, following up with your pediatrician or a therapist can feel overwhelming. It’s tempting to just “wait and see” what happens. But is this a good idea?
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Conversing with a loved one who has hearing loss can be difficult, but each person deserves the chance to engage in conversation and be involved in the social situations that are important to them. There are a few simple tips that make it easier for people with hearing loss to understand you.
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Early intervention is a system of services provided by the state of Michigan that help babies and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities. Early intervention focuses on helping babies and toddlers reach developmental milestones that are typically reached during the first three years of life. These can include physical (reaching, crawling), cognitive (learning, problem solving),
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The nights are getting longer, the days are getting shorter, and spooky vibes are in the air. With Halloween quickly approaching, it’s the perfect opportunity to participate in some fun, fall themed sensory activities with your child! Here are a few ideas for making your Halloween season a festive sensory experience.
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