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17/06/2020

14/06/2020

Let our therapists help your child to find their 'just right'!

14/06/2020

The senses are FOUNDATIONAL to development! Our OTFC therapists are working to develop your child’s sensory skills and regulation first, to help them progress UP the pyramid!

11/06/2020

You'll find Steph at the front desk on Saturdays at OTFC Waymouth St! Did you know that Steph is studying to become an OT herself?

09/06/2020

Five principles which underpin our therapy!

09/06/2020

Issie does an incredible job helping to run the OTFC Dance Factory program on Saturdays! Thank you for all your hard work!

07/06/2020

Contact our amazing admin staff to book an assessment and find out more about how our Occupational Therapists can help your child to develop their sensory foundation skills.

07/06/2020

We hope all our families have a lovely long weekend. We will see you on Tuesday morning!

05/06/2020

Our therapists employ an Ayres Sensory Integration approach to therapy, engaging your child in play-based, child-led therapeutic activities. Contact us today to find out more about how our Occupational Therapists can assist your child to process and regulate sensory information!

04/06/2020

Sensory Integration is the neurological process that organises sensation from one’s own body and from the environment and makes it possible to use the body effectively within the environment. We are constantly receiving sensory information from within our bodies and our surrounding environment - sights, sounds, smells, tastes, touches and internal feedback. These senses all work together, to help us get a sense of who we are, where we are and what is happening around us – hence the term 'integration'. At the OTFC Group, we have found that the most effective way to develop your child's sensory integration is through PLAY! This client is racing our OT student, Kat, to knock over the pins whilst lying on his tummy in the Hammock swing! So much fun!

03/06/2020

Trust me, you want Eleanor to be your OT, she’s the best!!

02/06/2020

At the OTFC Group, we stand for respect, unity, inclusivity, diversity and learning.

02/06/2020

Let’s dive into sensory integration!!

01/06/2020

Vinnie is one of the most caring people we know!! You can encourage him below!

31/05/2020

As voted by you, for the month of June the OTFC Group socials will be focusing in on sensory regulation! Stay tuned to find out more!

31/05/2020

The man himself! Dino, thank you for teaching us everything you know! Why not thank Dino for all he has done for your family!

29/05/2020

You’ll find Naomi at the front desk at OTFC+! She’s a glass half full kind of girl! Naomi is also a dietician who loves to pass on her wisdom and knowledge. Thank you Naomi!

29/05/2020

No matter what is going on around her, Sophia is smiling! She also makes a killer brownie!

29/05/2020

This activity is great for lowering your child’s arousal level through deep pressure tactile feedback! Try Hot Dog Rolls before bed or after a big emotional response to assist your child to calm and regulate. You could even try some deep breaths before you roll out! We hope you have enjoyed our posts on emotional regulation!

28/05/2020

Physical movement and crashing into soft surfaces can help to support your child’s emotional and sensory regulation! Also, it’s so much FUN!

27/05/2020

This client finds regulating her emotions challenging, particular during transitions between places or activities. She finds the touch, swinging and spinning sensory feedback from our Lycra swing assists her to regulate and calm. The OT is pushing her body with a hopper ball to provide additional touch-based feedback.

27/05/2020

Jo is the glue that keeps the OTFC Group together! She is amazing at what she does - we’re so grateful!

26/05/2020

Tactile (touch) feedback can be an extremely effective regulation tool. Good thing we have foam pits, trampolines, crash mats, gym balls, swings and more at the OTFC Group!

24/05/2020

He may have some odd sauce preferences, but we love our country bumpkin Nath! Why not thank Nathan for all his work!

22/05/2020

Olivia, you go above and beyond for the OTFC Group! Thanks for all you do!

22/05/2020

The tactile (touch) feedback your child receives when climbing through Lycra Tunnels, not only develops their touch perfection skills and body awareness, but may also support their emotional regulation! Some children may seek this sensory feedback by hiding in safe, enclosed spaces to regulate.

22/05/2020

This post was written by Valeria, an Occupational Therapist who has spent the last three months with us from Argentina. It’s been great to have her insights and she’ll be missed here at the OTFC group! Defining meltdowns and challenging behaviours Have you ever been...

22/05/2020

Lauren, your passion for helping kids to be the best they can be shines through! Why not comment and encourage Lauren?

19/05/2020

Love this illustration which unpacks meltdowns and Autism! Thank you for sharing

19/05/2020

Gym ball rolls can be extremely effective at lowering your child’s arousal level through sustained deep pressure feedback. Gradually push down with more pressure with each roll. Give it a go tonight before bed!

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Physical movement and crashing into soft surfaces can help to support your child’s emotional and sensory regulation! Also, it’s so much FUN!

Simo, you’re dangerous on the basketball court and you’re one of the most caring people we know. You’re truly making such a difference in the lives of our young people and kids! Why not comment and encourage Simon?

Super exciting news! The OTFC Group is looking for another fabulous OT to join our OTFC Family!! For more information check out our SEEK advertisement https://www.seek.com.au/job/41291257 Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children and adolescents!

For the month of May OTFC’s socials will be focusing on how OT can assist EMOTIONAL REGULATION! Stay tuned for information and activity ideas to support your child to self-regulate their feelings and build their resilience. We will also be featuring and honouring our amazing OTFC staff as we go along!

Check out this Tik Tok celebrating life on the Autism Spectrum! Love it! #autismanthem

How cool is this! This client and his OT is playing Connect 4 on the balance beam VIA teletherapy! Nothing like a DIY masking tape balance beam on the backyard pavers!

Why not draw a chalk obstacle course and stay active at home? This will continue to develop your child’s vestibular processing (balance), visual motor integration skills and bilateral control. So much fun! [Materials needed: chalk and some concrete]

Check out this helpful article outlining some tips to help youth on the Spectrum thrive during COVID quarantine! http://ow.ly/uzL630qvVwy

Teletherapy sessions are up and running! Our therapists are having so much fun being creative with what you have at home! This client is completing a monkey bar challenge over Zoom with our lovely Eleanor to work on upper body strength, core strength and motor planning. One common misconception: You DON’T need to have lots of specialised equipment at home to engage in Teletherapy! We can use everyday objects in different ways to work on your child’s goals. Why not try a teletherapy session with your therapist soon?

The ping-pong-a-thon challenge! Get creative with a table tennis bat and ball to develop your child’s visual motor integration skills, reaction times and bilateral motor coordination! [ materials needed: a table tennis bat, a ping pong ball and a gym ball ]

OT at home! You don’t need to purchase expensive equipment to engage in therapy at home - it’s about being creative with what you already have! Why not work on your child’s balance and vestibular processing with a masking-tape balance beam? [materials required: just a roll of masking tape ]

We understand that several of our families may be unable to attend appointments due to illness or precaution. That’s why we are thinking of creative ways to bring therapy home. Check out our blog post on how to make your own crash mat! Crashing into soft surfaces provides your child with proprioceptive input which can help to ‘ground’ their nervous system, feel calm and focus. Check out the link below for more information. https://occupationaltherapychildren.com.au/easy-diy-crash-mat/

The client is engaging his core muscles to stand and balance on our giant log swing. Persistence pays off with a ripper goal!

Rolls over gym balls - another great way to improve core strength and postural control!

WHY IS CORE STRENGTH SO IMPORTANT? Tim, one of our OTs unpacks the importance of developing core strength and how therapy can address this.

Nothing like some physics in the Plus Park! This client had to problem solve how to bounce the basketball at just the right angle to make a clean pass to the OT. This involved careful use of his visual motor integration skills!