What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy is a health profession that promotes functional independence for children who are dealing with the effects of disease, injury, birth anomalies, disability, or developmental problems. Through meaningful activity & play, occupational therapy facilitates normal developmental & the promotion of age-appropriate skills.
Specifically pediatric occupational therapy may focus on: fine motor skills including hand use & printing, self help skills such as feeding, dressing and bathing, thinking skills such as recognizing shapes & pres-school & school skills such as following directions, problem solving, and socialization.
At DreamCatcher's our Occupational Therapists specialize in pediatric occupational therapy. We "play" in a fun, positive way to get children involved and motivated!
All parents want the best for their children however medical conditions or developemental issues can make growing up a challenge. Extended periods of illness, medical conditions, and individuals abilities can significantly affect your child's growth & school performance.
Focus of Occupational Therapy (OT) is on improving abilities to perform ADL’s (activities of daily living skills) needed for living more independent, purposeful, & satisfying lives.
Our Occupational Therapist use a family centered approach to intervention by:
*Assessing and treating sensory processing disorders
*Improving fine motor skills
*Assessing and treating visual perceptual and visual motor deficits.
*Helping maximize independence with self help skills.
* Work on social skills and peer interactions.
*Educate and consult with caregivers and child to create effective carry-over from OT clinic to home/school environments.
DreamCatchers recognizes the vital role that family & caregivers play in the well-being of children. Subsequently all treatment plans are family centered and incorporate the child's interests.
A solid foundation of skills & confidence are two of the greatest gifts parents can give their children. Over & over DreamCatchers help parents & children play their way to successful futures.
