A new year means new opportunities to grow, learn, and make memories with your family.
What better way to stick to your resolution than to make it one for the whole family?
Parenting Magazine published a list of "10 Family Resolutions for the New Year"!
Boston's NPR news station, WBUR, posted an article about the expected weather patterns for the upcoming winter. David Epstein, WBUR's meteorologist, reports how predictions are made and what he's expecting to see over the next few months!
An updated facts sheet was released by the National Outcomes Measurement System (NOMS) which indicates the most important factors for seeing progress in articulation therapy for preschool-aged children. Research found that there was an increased percentage of children making progress when individual treatment time and implementation of a structured home therapy program increased.
At the Speech-Language Pathology Center, our therapists address feeding and swallowing abilities in people of all ages. We hold feeding therapy sessions that we call "Food School" to help kids learn and feel comfortable around food varieties and textures of all kinds! Whether a feeding difficulty is due to a medical diagnosis, sensory aversion, or structural differences, we strive to deliver safe, fun, and interesting sessions!
As therapists, we are always making an effort to grow and learn in regards to what we can offer during Food School! So, we attended a cooking class at Good Life Kitchen in Norwell! Chef Bernard taught us techniques to prepare and cook various vegetables and meats in different styles. We learned preparation techniques from chopping to blanching.
Cooking and eating is an ever-changing adventure! If you are interested in learning more about feeding therapy and Food School at the SLP Center, call 781-792-2700!
Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, can be an inconvenience. It can be especially inconvenient around the holidays when eating is a huge part of gathering in today's society. Jenny Overly, a registered dietician, discusses the importance of effectively modifying textures of foods without sacrificing enjoyment or dining experience.
George Springer plays center field for the Houston Astros. The Astros clinched a spot in the World Series this season and they currently lead the series 3 games to 2. What you might not know about George Springer is that he stutters. George openly discusses his stutter and it's impact on his childhood and baseball career in the interview below. George is currently a spokesperson for the Stutter Association for the Young (SAY) where he encourages kids to be who they are and enjoy life, stutter and all!
On Sunday, October 1st, Boston's "Lawn on D" is hosting a kid's day with family-friendly music, food, and art activities. Check out the website for lawn hours, directions, and more details about the event!
Join the Speech Language Pathology Center Team in supporting our good friend!
Third Annual Run / Walk
Saturday, September 30th 2017
10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
9:00 AM Registration
The Powder Point Loop
Starting at Duxbury High School
Runners and Walkers of all levels and ages are welcome
Awards will be presented to the top finishers
Raffle will be held in the High School following the event
100% of proceeds will be donated to the Beyond Batten Disease Foundation (BBDF)
Visit www.acureinthenickoftime.com for more information and to make a donation!
May the day bring sunshine for this year's walk! Best wishes from the SLP Center 2016 Team.
The kids are back in school, but are their sleeping habits back in a routine yet? If not, check out these tips from the National Sleep Foundation to promote healthy sleep habits all year!
Check out this list for the top 100 applications for preschool-aged children.
This list includes educational apps, game play, and more!
It's time for back-to-school shopping, again! Target is hoping to ease the difficulty of shopping for clothes by releasing a new line of sensory-friendly clothing items for kids. "Cat & Jack" is Target's house brand and will now include the new, affordable items! Kudos, Target!
Learn more about the clothing line in this article!
A new glove, called GyroGlove, was developed to help lessen tremors for individuals suffering from Parkinson's disease. This glove is reported to assist with steady and deliberate movements. The glove was developed by a medical student in London and is expected to be released in 2018.
Baby food pouches are a quick, convenient alternative for busy parents and hungry children. Speech-Language Pathologists are skeptical of their benefits, as they can be associated with underdeveloped oral motor skills, limited food exposure, and picky eating habits.
Natalie Stasenko, a registered dietician, outlines her opinion on baby food pouches in an article with Parents Magazine. Read the full article here.
This fall ABC is set to debut a new TV series called "The Good Doctor". The show follows the life of a young doctor, diagnosed with autism and savant syndrome. He is believed to be medically gifted, but his colleagues are skeptical.
Tune in Monday, September 25 at 10 PM for the series premier.
Researchers have reviewed the current literature in regards to cognitive training and it's effects on memory loss associated with Alzheimer's disease. There is strong evidence to support that specialized cognitive training can help delay memory loss. Other efforts including controlling blood pressure and including aerobic exercise in your day to day routine.
