Do and Be OT

01/03/2026

Check out this local Equestrian Therapy Therapist in Napanee !!

Morning motivation

12/28/2025

Ever tried spin? Martha’s classes at Pedal Works in Kingston, Ontario are the best of the best!

Challenging (in the best way), intentional, adaptable (to all needs and levels), and science backed. We ride like we are training for the outdoors, and gosh am I excited to get out for a ride after we finish aerobic base training, then strength training!!

Join us. $50 for a 2 week unlimited pass.

Train With Purpose at Pedal Works Café & Studios

At Pedal Works Café & Studios, we don’t just work out—we train with intention.

Our indoor cycling program follows a progressive, periodized training approach designed to build fitness safely and sustainably. Every year begins with aerobic base building, focusing on breathing, pedal stroke, alignment, and mental focus. From there, we gradually add strength, muscle endurance, and higher-intensity intervals so your body is prepared, without unnecessary stress. Our memberships offer FREE studio II classes that are designed to balance the work done on the bike by focusing on flexibility, mobility, balance and core work. By combining these two areas we can ensure a well balanced program.

By spring, our riders are strong, confident, and ready for outdoor riding, touring, or simply feeling better in their bodies. During the summer we encourage to maintain by keeping two rides a week, with one dedicated to recovery.

No matter when you join, you’ll experience a level of education, safety, and thoughtful programming you won’t find anywhere else in Kingston.

✨ Join us in 2026 and do more than work out, let’s train together for strength, safety, and real results.

Learn more or book your ride at pedalworkscafe.com

12/28/2025

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This exploratory study examined the validity of clinical forms, specifically the Social Communication Checklist (SCC), a MTW program-specific form, already completed as part of the standard delivery of the More Than Words® (MTW) program. It looked to explore whether this clinical data would reveal distinct clinical and outcome profiles in real-world contexts, finding that it effectively correlates with other validated communication tools. The results indicated that most children experienced positive changes in social communication post-program, and distinct communicative participation profiles emerged based on their pre-program SCC stages. The study highlights the potential of program-specific clinical forms to enhance understanding of social communication development in real-world settings.

🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/An8m50XFYU7

12/28/2025

Curious to read the full paper! I have found functional and family friendly assessments and interventions to be the most impactful.

Share any thoughts in the comments :)

Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) and Cuevas Medek Exercises (CME) are promoted as innovative neurorehabilitation methods for children with neurological disabilities, yet both rely on outdated reflex-hierarchical models rather than contemporary motor learning principles. A review of the literature reveals that CME, despite 5 decades of use, is supported only by a few case reports and 2 small, biased comparative studies. DMI, introduced in 2021, has no published empirical evidence beyond a single conference abstract. Families often pay thousands for intensive, noncovered therapies that may displace meaningful participation in education and social life. Therapists have a professional responsibility to avoid legitimizing unproven practices and to prioritize interventions supported by robust evidence. Pediatric rehabilitation should shift toward child-led, functional, and task-specific approaches grounded in modern motor learning science, with professional bodies and insurers withholding endorsement of nonevidence-based methods.

🌟 CanChild Co-Author: Ginny Paleg

🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/3MoW50XNUEs

12/01/2025

Inspo Monday 💪🏼

11/20/2025

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11/20/2025

We are still accepting donations for this years online auction.

11/14/2025

We are excited to share the video recordings from the 2025 CP-NET Science and Family Day! Couldn’t make it to the event? We’ve got you covered! ✅

🔗 Watch all the inspiring sessions and highlights on the CP-NET Vimeo page: https://vimeo.com/cpnet

11/03/2025

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Join our interactive 3-hour F-words Foundations Workshop and explore how to bring the F-words for Child Development—Functioning, Family, Fitness, Fun, Friends, and Future—into everyday practice and life.

Through guided discussions, real-world examples, and hands-on activities, you’ll deepen your understanding of the F-words framework and learn practical ways to apply it in your work, home, or community setting.

This workshop is designed for both professionals and families, creating a shared space to learn, connect, and collaborate on supporting children and youth in strengths-based, family-centred ways.

Families and individuals with lived experience can participate free of charge!

🗓️ Workshop Dates:
December 4, 2025: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM EST
January 22, 2026: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
March 12, 2026: 12:00 PM – 3 PM EST

🌟 Presenters: Dr. Peter Rosenbaum, Rachel Teplicky and Danijela Grahovac

➡️ Click here to learn more: https://ow.ly/pqFh50Xlxun

🔗 Click here to enrol: https://ow.ly/aieP50Xlxup
The form registration is for families, caregivers, and persons with lived experience only. Service providers will have to register for a fee through the CanChild Shop!

11/15/2024

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💡 When a student feels they have power with the adults as well as power within themselves, they'll have less need to seek power over others.

💡 Access this graphic and others from Kristin Wiens here: https://bit.ly/3fjkf6s

10/01/2024

My go to website/resource for self reg.

No Such Thing as a Bad Kid. Really? What do you think? John Hoffman reflects on Stuart Shanker’s opening talk at SRSS 2023.

08/22/2024

In this webinar, Cindy Blackstock, Brittany Mathews & David Taylor will provide background on Jordan's Principle & the current non-compliance motion & discuss what to watch for during the Sept. 10-12 Tribunal Hearing. Register Here: https://bit.ly/3MgkO3V