What Is Sensory Integration?

What is sensory integration and when should you seek additional support for your child and their ability to process the sensations within their environment?

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoSeptember 23, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Infant Development, Sensory Processing Disorder, Sensory Integration, Exceptional Student Education

What Is Tummy Time and Why Is It Important?

What is tummy time? Tummy time is the time that your baby is awake and actively spending on their stomach to build strong bones and muscles necessary for sitting up on their own, crawling, and head control that will occur as your baby gets older.

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoSeptember 10, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Tummy Time, Infant Development, Plagiocephaly

What Is Grasping and How Does It Develop?

What is grasping? A child’s grasp is an important factor in their ability to interact with their environment and others around them. As your child’s grasp develops, it will evolve to fit their needs.

Occupational Therapy, EducationJessica BarisanoAugust 28, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Special Education, Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Occupational Therapy, Fine Motor Skills, Grasp Patterns

Freedom Ride

Meet Freedom Ride! Collaborative Corner is excited to partner with Freedom Ride. Freedom Ride is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to providing therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with disabilities in the Central Florida area.

Community & Events, Occupational TherapyJessica BarisanoAugust 20, 2019Collaborative Corner, Parenting, Central Florida Community, Special Education, Child Development, Inclusion, Hippotherapy, Occupational Therapy

Backpack Safety

Here are a few helpful hints for keeping your child’s backpack at a safe weight.

Occupational Therapy, Physical TherapyJessica BarisanoJuly 23, 2019Back to School, Backpack Safety