The kids are home from school for the entire week… now what?!
Check out the link below for activities and events all around MA, from pottery to skating to shows, plus so much more!
Valentine’s Day Books!
Spread the love this Valentine’s Day with any of these adorable children’s books! These books are perfect for celebrating Valentine’s Day – whether you have a little one at home or you’re shopping for a sweet Valentine for a friend. At the SLP Center, we love using books as a joint attention activity for toddlers, language expansion for preschoolers, or a fun reading tool for young readers!
Healthy Brain Foods!
Just as there is no magic pill to prevent cognitive decline, no single almighty brain food can ensure a sharp brain as you age. That said, certain foods in this overall scheme are particularly rich in healthful components like omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and antioxidants, which are known to support brain health.
Click the link below to see what foods you could start incorporating into your diet!
Hingham Boy Raising Money for Australian Relief Efforts!
A local Hingham boy named Owen is creating koala sculptures to raise money in support of the Australian relief efforts after fires have devastated the country. He’s raised thousands of dollars so far and his entire class has gotten involved! What a creative and kind boy!
Making Mealtime Fun!
At the SLP Center, we have specialized training and experience utilizing the SOS Approach to Feeding. “This approach integrates motor, oral, behavioral/learning, medical, sensory, and nutritional factors and approaches in order to comprehensively evaluate and manage children with feeding/growth problems (Toomey, 1998/2010).”
We implement this approach to feeding and do our best to make mealtime fun! To learn more about our feeding therapy services, give our office a call at 781-792-2700.
Happy Holidays from SLP Center!
Sending warm wishes to all for a happy and healthy holiday season!
Please Note: The SLP Center will be closed from December 23rd through December 29th. We will re-open the following week, with closure on January 1st only. You can reach us through the contact page on our website should you need anything. Thank you!
Activities for Adults!
With cold weather and the holiday season coming up, finding interesting and age-appropriate activities for adults is difficult. Check out the link below for game ideas to improve memory, daily life skills, and overall mental health. At the SLP Center, we love to have fun with logic puzzles and book clubs!
Note to Families: We will be OPEN!
We hope you and your families weathered the storm!
SLP Center is OPEN today - Tuesday, December 3, 2019.
Give us a call if you have any questions or concerns!
Happy Thanksgiving from SLP Center!
From our family at SLP Center to you & yours:
Our office will be closed today and tomorrow. Please call should you need any assistance with scheduling. We hope you enjoy your holiday weekend!
Reading Together: Tips for Parents with Children who have Speech and Language Difficulties
Children with speech and language difficulties may have trouble sharing their thoughts with words or gestures. These children may also have a hard time saying words clearly and understanding spoken or written language. However, reading to your child is not only a great way to bond, it can also help your child's overall development. Learn more here!
Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids!
Spark imagination and creativity with these festive Thanksgiving arts and craft projects! Perfect for a chilly autumn afternoon; find a project for any age through the link below. Our favorites are the Gratitude Pie and the Paper Pumpkin Quilling projects!
November is Prematurity Awareness Month!
According to the March of Dimes, the U.S. preterm birth rate has increased for the fourth year in a row. About in 1 in 10 babies is born too soon in the U.S. each year. Babies who survive an early birth often have breathing problems, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities and other lifelong problems. Visit the March of Dimes website below to learn more about this global problem, including resources and ways to take action. Let us honor and support preemies and their families all month long!
Book Alert! Say "Yes Please!" to Vegetables
Check out “Adventures in Veggieland” – an easy recipe book and activity planner that encourages children to interact with vegetables! The primary focus is getting children to explore and interact with healthy foods by making recipes and participating in fun projects. Check out the link here!
Trick-or-Treat at Speech!
We are getting excited for Halloween! Wear your costume to speech therapy on Halloween day to trick-or-treat for special prizes in the office! What do you think your therapist will be dressed as?
South Shore Family-Friendly Halloween Fun
Looking for family-friendly Halloween fun on the South Shore? We have trick-or-treat information, spooky story times, ghost and witch crafts or other Halloween family fun in Hanover, Norwell, Hingham, Cohasset, Scituate, Hull, Marshfield, Duxbury, Pembroke, Whitman, Hanson, Rockland, and Abington!
Today is International Stuttering Awareness Day!
The International Stuttering Association has recognized International Stuttering Awareness Day (ISAD) since 1998. This day “recognizes the growing alliance between speech-language professionals and consumers, who are learning from each other and working together to share, give support, and educate one another and the general public on the impact that stuttering has on individuals’ lives.” You can learn more about ISAD and conferences available through the International Stuttering Association. Also - check out Stuttering Therapy Resources, Inc. for a variety of free resources including ways to minimize bullying and tips to empower children to advocate for themselves.
Adult Based Support Groups in MA
It can be difficult to find the right kind of support during a transitional time in one's life following an injury. However, there are resources and educated professionals available! While this may not be the closest location, Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital provides support groups for both those who have sustained injuries and their caregivers.
The support groups and contact numbers are below. Visit Fairlawn’s website for additional info!
Brain Injury Caregiver Support Group
Date: Last Wednesday of each month
Time: 5-7 pm
Location: 1 Norcross Family Conference Room
Contact: Megan Bonner at 508-791-6351, Ext. 346
Stroke Support Group
Date: Fourth Wednesday of each month
Time: 2-3:30 pm
Location: First floor cafeteria at Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital (189 May Street, Worcester)
Contact: Linda Larson at 508-791-6351, Ext. 393
Post Concussive Support Group
Date: First Wednesday of each month
Time: 9:30- 11:30 am
Location: Fairlawn’s first floor cafeteria
Contact: Karla McAuliffe at 508-791-6351, Ext. 560
SLP Center Will Be Closed on Monday!
In observation of Columbus Day, the SLP Center will be CLOSED on Monday, October 14th, 2019.
Please call the office should you need any assistance with your schedule. Thank you!
Make Traveling with Kids Fun!
Next time you’re in a major airport, check out one of these fun areas built specially for children! For example, Boston’s Logan Airport has two designated play areas for kids designed by the Children’s Museum of Boston and Playtime. Check out the link below to find the full list of domestic and international airports.
Family Field Day and Fall Festival - October 6 - Norwell, MA
When: Sunday, October 6th, 2019 from 10:00AM to 1:00PM
Where: South Shore Medical Center, Norwell
What: SSMC’s fourth annual Family Field Day and Fall Festival is a FREE outdoor event that is open to the community and offers fun activities for people of all ages.
Activities include: soccer, baseball, golf, and football challenges, a visit from the New England Revolution Street Team, touch a fire truck, music, arts & crafts, obstacle course, giant games, and more!
Come by, grab a bite to eat from the food trucks, and enjoy a day of healthy family fun at South Shore Medical Center in Norwell!