One morning every week,
an occupational therapist works with both the toddler and the
primary communities. Sensory integration techniques are incorporated
into every session. What happens when information is received
from eyes, ears, movement, and touch? The brain must first register
this information, organize it, and act on the information to make
an appropriate response. Improved processing of sensory information
improves development, learning, motor coordination, and behavior.
There is an emphasis
on gross and fine motor coordination as it relates to daily activities.
Through "purposeful play" the therapist provides the correct activities
to promote growth, learning, and skill development. Because the
therapist is certified, possible difficulties are identified early,
remediation is coordinated with our staff and the child's parents,
and the child is never aware that early on there was some sort
of difficulty.