Scarborough Paediatric Occupational Therapy Services

If you have a child under 12 years of age, or a chid or youth with special needs up to 21 years of age, you can apply to receive a one-time payment of $200 for each child up to age 12, or $250 for each child or youth up to age 21 with special needs. This funding is intended to provide parents and guardians with essential financial support for children and youth during these unprecedented times. Please see the link below to apply. https://www.iaccess.gov.on.ca/SupportForLearn//index.xhtml

Absolutely! Seems obvious to us but not everyone realizes this.

Hi everyone! I hope you are all taking care of yourselves and staying safe! I am going to be creating a COVID-19 Self Care Series to support families navigate mental and physical health during the pandemic. It is important to stimulate our sensory systems in order to stay balanced and self-regulate. Vestibular input helps with coordination, balance, and focus. Swipe to learn more about its benefits and how you can stimulate your vestibular system at home! #autismmom #autismmommy #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapystudent #pediatricoccupationaltherapy #covid_19 #covid19mentalhealth #vestibular #paediatrics #mentalhealth #athome

Some good tips about helping kids wear masks. https://thehellofoundation.com//5-tips-to-help-kids-wear/

My student made this app wheel to help parents use apps to support their child’s daily activities. I am hoping these suggestions give you a starting point to engage your child with autism spectrum disorder using technology. #asd #autismmom #autismsupport #occupationaltherapy

If you are on Instagram, my handle is spotservices.ca, would be grateful if you can follow me there too. #instagram #occupationaltherapy

My student made this app wheel to help parents use apps to support their child’s daily activities. I am hoping these suggestions give you a starting point to engage your child with autism spectrum disorder using technology. #asd #autismmom #autismsupport #occupationaltherapy

Transitions are so important as they are a normal part of life and often the most stressful times of our lives.

OSOT's School-Based OT Team have released a new infographic promoting occupational therapy in schools! Access the full infographic on our Practice Resources page: https://bit.ly/3eX2iuq

OSOT's Child and Youth Mental Health Team has released a new infographic promoting occupational therapy in the school system! This terrific resource supports OSOT's advocacy to the Ministries of Education and Children, Community & Social Services and members' promoting their services to youth in the school system. Access the full infographic on their Practice Resources page: https://bit.ly/3eX2iuq

Researchers at Queen's University want to know more about the emotional well being of children with motor and speech/communication impairments. Involvement incl...udes taking confidential pictures and videos, then explaining your memories of your child to a PhD student in a video meeting. Email: [email protected] or Phone 613-533-2000 ext 79386 to learn more and participate. See more

Some great activities to keep those little ones learning and growing.

Nice video explaining dysgraphia. OT's can help with the visual spatial and fine motor aspects. https://youtu.be/jmBg_BvDL-c

Some nice suggestions for ways to support your kids.

Interesting article on the benefits of note taking for college students.