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Parent Speak: For Parents of
Children With Autism
March 1, 8, 22, and 29
Spiral is pleased to offer a new language-based educational program to support parents and paraprofessionals working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders between 3-6 years of age. The classes will be held four Thursday evenings in March and are presented by Elizabeth Deutsch, MS, CC-SLP. Topics include: · Social skills · Play skills · Sensory integration as it relates to language development · Executive functioning Successful strategies used to support language and communication at varying levels will be presented. Click here for more information!
SPD Foundation's 14th International Symposium & Parent Workshop Friday, March 16, 2012
Sensory-based Strategies for Home, School and Community The basics on SPD for parents, grandparents, caregivers and anyone wanting to learn sensory strategies for everyday life. This will be a hands-on, fun workshop with movement, music, activities and play strategies you can use with children of all ages. Bring an exercise ball if you can! Will also feature parent stories to bring hope and inspire you.
The workshop includes featured speakers:
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Join us for the 2012 Evening Lecture Series Members of OTA-Watertown's world-class staff present hour-long sessions on specific topics, from oral-motor difficulties, to supporting SI kids for school success, to bike riding. There are also sessions for parents who are looking for an introduction to sensory processing disorder and sensory integration therapy. Upcoming lectures:
February 29, 2012:
Speech and Sensory Working Together with
Join us for an overview
and to learn practical strategies! Time and Location: 7-8:30 p.m. at OTA-Watertown, 124 Watertown St., Watertown MA Please register in advance by clicking here.
March 21, 2012: Music, SI & Learning - The Power of Listening Programs with Melanie Salort, OTR/L. Cost: Free for OTA-Watertown parents (a $10 donation is appreciated)! $25 for non-OTA attendees ($10 for a second non-OTA parent). Time and Location: 7-8:30 p.m. at OTA-Watertown, 124 Watertown St., Watertown MA Please register in advance by clicking here.
April 4, 2012: Sensory Integration and Oral Motor Difficulties with Melanie Salort, OTR/L. Cost: Free for OTA-Watertown parents (a $10 donation is appreciated)! $25 for non-OTA attendees ($10 for a second non-OTA parent). Time and Location: 7-8:30 p.m. at OTA-Watertown, 124 Watertown St., Watertown MA Please register in advance by clicking here.
May 23, 2012: Yikes Bikes: Bike Riding Made Easy: Learn from the Pro with Chuck Clark, COTA/L. Cost: Free for OTA-Watertown parents (a $10 donation is appreciated)! $25 for non-OTA attendees ($10 for a second non-OTA parent). Time and Location: 7-8:30 p.m. at OTA-Watertown, 124 Watertown St., Watertown MA Please register in advance by clicking here.
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