Canadian Centre for Development

10/28/2024

It’s officially Halloween spirit week at CCD. Come join the fun!

10/28/2024

We’re so grateful for CCD’s wonderful occupational therapists and all occupational therapists everywhere.

10/11/2024

In partnership with Canadian Centre for Development we are offering a Fall/Winter Early Intervention Therapy Program. This Early Intervention Therapy Program addresses the need for intervention therapies as soon as possible following the diagnosis of your child.
Our Early Intervention OT sessions begin soon! Register now in Calgary.

https://cpalberta.akaraisin.com/ui/2024cpaacalgaryprograms/tickets

10/07/2024

Today we’re celebrating all of our CP clients and folks impacted by CP everywhere.

10/04/2024

This fall you’ll be seeing some new faces around CCD. We’ll be hosting Therapy Assistant practicum students from who’ll be overseen by our wonderful Lead Therapy Assistant, Breanna, and the rest of the therapy team. Welcome (from left) Kailey, Jocelyn, Brooklyn, and Dani! We look forward to doing a great deal of learning and supporting the hardest working kiddos together.

10/04/2024

We love our partnership with Cerebral Palsy Alberta

08/22/2024

We’re thrilled to welcome Natalie to the team. She’s currently accepting new clients, including providing support with BDS & Specialized Services contacts. To meet Natalie and see if she may be a good fit for your child, be sure to book in for a First Appointment via the link in bio. Her availability will fill fast, so don’t delay.

03/18/2024

We are thrilled to be announcing our summer camp programming for the summer, delivered through the wonderful leadership of Abigail Aldridge. Be sure to reserve your child's spot soon. They'll go fast!

02/28/2024

You’ve likely already heard about, or possibly even met, our new Occupational Therapist, Lindsay Delima. We’re beyond thrilled to have her on the team and have enjoyed immensely getting to know her and her clinical approach.

Let us tell you a bit about this wonderful human and brilliant therapist.

Lindsay is a passionate and dedicated pediatric occupational therapist with a wealth of experience spanning over seven years. Her expertise includes the SOS Approach to Feeding, which focuses on the sensory aspects of feeding difficulties and supports children in developing a positive relationship with food. She is also trained in the Beckman Oral Motor protocol, providing specialized interventions for oral motor challenges that impact speech, feeding, and overall oral function.

In addition, Lindsay has a strong foundation in sensorimotor approaches, employing strategies that integrate sensory and motor activities to enhance a child’s overall development. Her holistic approach considers the intricate connection between sensory processing, motor skills, and cognitive functions. Throughout her career, Lindsay has dedicated herself to working with children facing various developmental challenges, including sensory processing disorders, fine and gross motor delays, and difficulties in activities of daily living (feeding, dressing, toileting, etc.). Her clinical settings have ranged from school settings to private practices, allowing her to tailor interventions to the diverse needs of her clients.

Lindsay is known for her compassionate and child-centered approach. She collaborates closely with families, educators, and other healthcare professionals to create comprehensive treatment plans. Her interventions extend beyond clinical sessions, often incorporating play-based activities and home exercises to ensure sustained progress. In the ever-evolving field of pediatric occupational therapy, Lindsay strives to unlock the potential in every child she works with.

📅 To book your child in with Lindsay, follow the link in our Instagram bio or visit or website at www.canadiancentrefordevelopment.org

01/09/2024

Our first blog post is up! Did you know that there's a way to predict a CP diagnosis even more effectively than an MRI?

Children born prematurely, those who endured birth trauma, and those who underwent a neonatal stroke are susceptible to developing Cerebral Palsy (CP). The timely diagnosis of CP in a child and the prompt initiation of early intervention can mitigate the neurodevelopmental impact associated with CP....

12/28/2023

You've likely seen Sue-Len Chow at CCD over the last little while, as she's come on with us earlier this fall. She's a wonderful with all families that she works with and is full of knowledge around all things speech, eating, breathing and social behaviours. OROFACIAL MYOLOGY is a special interest area of hers, having done a great deal of professional development in this area. Sue-Len (or as the kids like to call her "Ms. Sue") is currently accepting new clients and looks forward to meeting you.

12/22/2023

We’ve got a way for your kiddo to get some therapy in during the holidays. Come pay us a visit. Book online or give us a call.