Resources
As a parent, caregiver, or loved one of a child with developmental needs, you may find yourself searching for resources that are helpful in your community and online that offer information regarding topics that resonate in your journey. There are lots of wonderful resources out there and we commend you for navigating this path! When navigating online resources it will be important to find information from sources that cite literature and research that is reliable and reputable. As Beautiful Bend opens it's doors and gathers resources, we will cite these here and in our social media outlets. As we meet we would love to hear about the resources you have found helpful in your journey as a family!
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Individual Client Appointments
Beautiful Bend offers comprehensive assessment and individual therapy sessions tailored to the needs of the child and family. Formal assessment takes place in clinic, however therapy sessions may take place in a variety of settings, including home, daycare, school, and even virtually.
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During individual therapy sessions, your child's individual skills will be assessed and supported for growth. Skills that can be assessed:
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GROSS MOTOR SKILLS
Motor planning and sequencing, coordination, strength, balance, reflex integration, delayed milestones
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VISUAL-FINE MOTOR SKILLS
Grasp/grip strength, printing/handwriting, hand dominance, bilateral coordination, dexterity
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SELF REGULATION
Sensory processing, emotional regulation, frustration tolerance
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SCHOOL & PLAY (Social-Emotional Skills)
Engagement, Attention, Purposeful Communication, Ease of Transitions, Adaptability, Symbolic and Imaginary Play, Parallel Play to interacting with peers
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SELF-CARE SKILLS
Dressing, feeding, hygiene, toileting, and sleep
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PRIMITIVE REFLEXES
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Professional Consultation
You may request for your therapist to consult with other professionals involved with your child, such as with daycare staff, school staff, and respite workers working closest with your child. A consultation would be mutually agreed upon by the parent and staff, and funded by the parent or those that are requesting the consultation.
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Education or Workshop
Beautiful Bend can offer a wide variety of education and workshops, ranging from specific topics such as Sensory Processing, Social-Emotional Development, Fine Motor Skill Development, and Navigating Grief. Please connect with the clinic to inquire as to your needs for training and education.
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Sensory Gym/Regulation Program Consultation
For any parent, caregiver, or supporting organization that would benefit from the creation and use of space and program that promotes the development of regulation and engagement skills to foster higher learning. This can be from setting up a space in your home, your daycare, school, or community. Please contact the clinic with your inquiries.