Have you heard of Auditory Verbal Therapy? What is it and who would benefit from it? Our Certified Auditory Verbal Therapist shares more about this unique therapy today!

Speech Therapy, Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoAugust 12, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Early Intervention, Hearing Loss, Auditory Verbal Therapist, AG Bell Certified Listening and Spoken Language Auditory Verbal Therapist, Listening and Spoken Language, Speech Therapy, Cochlear Implant, Hearing Aid, Deaf/Hard of Hearing

Helping a Child with Sensory Sensitivities Tolerate Wearing a Face Mask

Are you looking for tips and strategies to support your child in wearing a mask given the current COVID-19 pandemic? Our Panelist, Amy Nielsen, shares a mask wearing protocol that has helped her own son in accepting the use of a face mask as a part of his routine.

Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoJuly 27, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, McKay Scholarship, Gardiner Scholarship, School Funding, School Choice

Collaborative Corner's Founder Jessica Barisano's Guest Appearance on the Big Abilities Podcast

This summer, our Founder, Jessica Barisano, was interviewed by Amy Nielsen of Big Abilities about her experiences within the exceptional needs community, the formation of Collaborative Corner, and how they can support families throughout their journey.

Community & Events, Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoJuly 9, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Big Abilities, Special Needs Community, Exceptional Child, Exceptional Student Education, Nonprofit Organization

Florida Student Education Options Defined

An executive order was signed this week by Florida’s Commissioner of Education , Richard Corcoran mandating that schools must open next month. Today, we are breaking down the options that are being presented for our students.

Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoJuly 8, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, McKay Scholarship, Gardiner Scholarship, School Funding, School Choice

Understanding the Gardiner and McKay Scholarships

Finding the right educational setting for an exceptional child can be both challenging and costly. The Gardiner and McKay Scholarships give families educational options and assistance with those expenses.

Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoJuly 6, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, McKay Scholarship, Gardiner Scholarship, School Funding, School Choice

Better Hearing and Speech Month

Each May, Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM) provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders. This year, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) has revised pans for BHSM to reflect the impact of coronavirus.

Speech Therapy, Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoMay 18, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Autism, Autism Awareness, COVID-19, Coronavirus, Better Hearing and Speech Month, Zoom Meeting, Stuttering, Teletherapy, Early Intervention, School Services, Social Connection

Fine Motor Activities at Home

Are you looking for fun, fine motor activities that you can do with your children with everyday items around the house? Our pediatric occupational therapist shares 10 activities you can do with your child today!

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoMay 14, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Exceptional Student Education, Activities of Daily Living, Handwriting, Problem Solving

How to Make Play Activities Therapeutic

Did you know that play based activities can also be therapeutic? There are several reasons a child might need physical therapy, but how can we replicate those activities at home?

Physical Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoMay 12, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Physical Therapy, Developmental Milestones, Gross Motor Skills, Early Intervention, School Age Children, Physical Movement, Exercise, Yoga for Kids

Let's Talk Reading

Looking for tips on how to expand your child’s interest in reading? Amy Bartek shares simple strategies to encourage your child to read outside of their school assignments.

Client Concierge, EducationJessica BarisanoMay 5, 2020Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Child Development, Exceptional Student Education, Special Education, Academic Standards, Intensive Reading, Literacy