Spark Digos and Kidapawan Pediatric Therapy & Playgroup Center

16/08/2025

Send us a message to reserve your slot! ⭐️

𝗬𝗲𝘀, 𝘄𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘆𝗼𝘂! 🙌

Due to your requests, our Spark Digos Playgroup branch is now opening academic program and OT sessions every Saturday and Sunday! 🗓️

𝘖𝘯𝘭𝘺 10 𝘴𝘭𝘰𝘵𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘷𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦! 📝

Give your child the weekend boost they deserve and see their skills thrive brighter every session. ⭐️

📍 JD Bldg., 1st Crumb St., Digos City
📩 Message us today to reserve your slot!

03/08/2025

Way to go, Zamiah! ⭐️

From small steps to shining on stage — your journey is proof that every milestone matters.

Your Spark Digos and Kidapawan family couldn’t be prouder of how far you’ve come. 🏆

At Spark, we don’t just celebrate progress — we help build it. ❤️

29/07/2025

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀

The Lyceum of the Philippines – Davao proudly introduces the educators leading the foundational courses of the BS in Occupational Therapy program:

𝗠𝗿. 𝗡𝘂𝗿 𝗔𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗶, 𝗥𝗡, 𝗢𝗧𝗥𝗣, 𝗠𝗛𝗔
OTC401 – Human Anatomy and Physiology

𝗠𝘀. 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗼, 𝗢𝗧𝗥𝗣, 𝗠𝗛𝗔
OTC101 – Foundations of Occupational Therapy 1

Their expertise and dedication ensure that students are guided by professionals who teach not only with knowledge—but with intention, compassion, and purpose.

08/07/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗼𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗧 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀
An Explanatory by Nurture with OT Nur

As an occupational therapist, I have seen many children grow and gain new skills through therapy. But I notice something even more powerful when children join both occupational therapy and special education programs, even if these sessions happen at different times.

Occupational therapy helps children develop the skills they need for daily life, like using their hands, moving their bodies, and managing their senses. Special education programs focus on thinking skills, language, social development, and learning strategies. Even though these programs are separate, the benefits build on each other and can help a child in more ways.

In my work, I do not only serve as the occupational therapist. I also act as a case manager who connects with the special education teacher and the parents. I share information, give updates, and help everyone work together toward the same goals for the child.

Children who receive both kinds of support often make bigger and faster gains. They improve not just in motor and sensory skills, but also in communication, attention, and problem solving. The separate programs act like building blocks, each one helping the other.

If your child is receiving occupational therapy, adding a special education program can make a big difference. With teamwork and shared goals, we can help your child learn, connect, and grow in the best possible way.

04/07/2025

𝗣𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗢𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀
An Explanatory by Nur Atari, OTRP, RN

Pediatric therapy has emerged as the best paid practice setting in occupational therapy in the Philippines. Entry-level occupational therapists in pediatric centers can earn an average of ₱50,000 per month, while senior practitioners may receive salaries ranging from ₱120,000 to ₱150,000 per month. These figures reflect the growing demand for skilled OTs who can deliver high-quality, specialized care to children.

However, beyond the financial rewards, it is essential to remember that occupational therapy remains a vocation of service. Pediatric occupational therapists serve some of the most vulnerable and needy members of our society—children and families facing neurodevelopmental challenges. The impact of their work goes beyond the clinic, touching the lives of families and communities.

The need is especially urgent in places like Davao. Every day, at least 20 children are newly diagnosed with neurodevelopmental conditions, yet fewer than 40 occupational therapists become licensed each year to serve the entire Mindanao area. This gap highlights both the tremendous opportunity and responsibility for future OTs.

If you are searching for a profession that offers excellent career prospects and a real chance to make a difference, consider occupational therapy. At Lyceum of the Philippines - Davao, you will receive world-class OT education that equips you to serve, succeed, and transform lives in Mindanao and beyond.

02/07/2025

𝗢𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻 | 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗜𝘀 𝗡𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆
By Nurture with OT Nur

As an occupational therapist, I believe strongly that there is no true substitute for occupational therapy. I have seen many families try to find easier or faster ways to help their children. Sometimes, they turn to behavioral therapy alone or put their hopes in playgroups as the main support. While these can have their own value, they cannot take the place of a well-designed occupational therapy program.

Occupational therapy is different because it looks at the whole child — their body, mind, senses, daily living skills, and how they connect with the world around them. It is not just about following instructions or playing in a group. OT builds strong foundations in movement, attention, sensory processing, and independence that set children up for real success.

When children miss out on occupational therapy, it is not just a short-term gap. It can mean lost opportunities for them to develop important life skills, adapt to challenges, and reach higher levels of independence as they grow. Choosing other options instead of OT might seem helpful in the moment, but it can hold children back from reaching their fullest potential.

Behavioral therapy and playgroups have their place, but they do not replace what occupational therapy can do. If you want your child to build a solid path toward higher functioning and real independence, there is simply no substitute for OT.

01/07/2025

𝗔𝘀𝗸 𝗢𝗧 𝗡𝘂𝗿

𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱’𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆’𝗿𝗲 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗕𝗮𝗱, 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆’𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴

𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁’𝘀 𝗤𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻:
“𝗠𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲 𝗸𝗲𝗲𝗽𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲. 𝗜𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹? 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗜 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝗵𝗶𝗺 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗱𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁?”

❗️Answer:

Hi, many parents share the same concern.

Many autistic children make sounds or hum often. This is called self-stimulatory behavior or stimming. Children do this for different reasons, such as:

✅ To help themselves feel calm when they’re worried or excited
✅ To manage or enjoy certain feelings in their body
✅ To show happiness or excitement
✅ To keep themselves busy when there’s not much to do

𝙄𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙧𝙮 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩?
This kind of humming or making sounds is a part of how many autistic children experience and respond to the world. It is one of the ways they take care of themselves.

𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙡𝙙 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙥 𝙞𝙩?
You do not need to stop it if it isn’t hurting anyone or causing big problems. Stopping it without understanding why it happens can make your child feel more stressed or upset.

𝑾𝒉𝒆𝒏 𝒎𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒘𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝒕𝒐 𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒑 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒏𝒈𝒆 𝒊𝒕?
It can be helpful to support them in a different way if:
⚠️It is unsafe (for example, shouting loudly near traffic)
⚠️It is so loud or frequent that it makes it hard to join activities or learn at school
⚠️Your child seems upset or uncomfortable while doing it

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒄𝒂𝒏 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒅𝒐 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒖𝒑𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒍𝒅?
✅Offer breaks or quiet time when they need it
✅Teach other ways to feel calm (like deep breathing, hugging a pillow, or squeezing a ball)
✅Help them express their needs in other ways (like using words, pictures, or gestures)
✅Use visual schedules to help them know what to expect and reduce worry

If you’re wondering about your child’s humming, you can talk to your occupational therapist. We can work together to understand the reasons behind it and find ways to help them feel safe and supported.

Remember: Your child is communicating and caring for themselves in their own way. Let’s try to understand and support them with kindness and respect.

You are not alone on this journey. ❤️

✨ 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱’𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗿 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀, 𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗧 𝗡𝘂𝗿. 𝗜’𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱.

24/06/2025

OT Isn’t Just Support—It’s What Healthcare Has Been Missing
By: Nur Atari, OTRP of LPU Davao

Occupational therapy is a vital and dynamic profession that empowers people of all ages to live life to the fullest. OTs help individuals overcome challenges, develop important skills, and participate in meaningful activities every day. No matter where they work, occupational therapists make a real difference in the lives of their clients and communities.

Hospitals are common places for occupational therapists to work. Here, they help patients who are recovering from illness or injury. Therapists teach patients how to do daily tasks again, like getting dressed or eating. Their goal is to help people become as independent as possible before they go home.

Schools are another important setting for occupational therapy. Therapists support students who have trouble with learning, movement, or behavior. They work with teachers and parents to help children succeed in class. OTs help kids join activities and do their best at school.

Outpatient clinics offer therapy to people who come in for regular sessions. Clients may need help with hand injuries, developmental delays, or other challenges. Therapists use special activities and equipment to help each person reach their goals. These clinics serve both children and adults.

Home health therapy takes place in the client’s home. Therapists visit to help people do daily activities safely and easily. They might suggest changes to the home or teach new ways to do things. Home health OTs help clients stay independent and safe where they live.

The truth is, no other profession looks at the whole person in the way occupational therapy does. While other healthcare providers often focus on illness or specific body parts, OTs see the unique story of each client—their goals, their environment, and what truly matters in daily life. This holistic approach is not just our specialty; it’s our responsibility. If we want to create a world where everyone has a fair shot at meaningful participation, occupational therapy must be at the center of that conversation.

13/06/2025

10/06/2025

Shape Lives with LPU Davao’s BS in Occupational Therapy Program!

LPU Davao’s Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy program prepares you to become a skilled professional who helps individuals overcome physical, mental, and emotional challenges to live independently and fully. With hands-on training and a comprehensive curriculum, this program equips you to work in diverse healthcare settings, from hospitals to rehabilitation centers.

Gain expertise in therapeutic techniques, patient care, and the latest advancements in occupational therapy.

Enrollment for A.Y. 2025–2026 is now open!
Learn more: https://www.lpudavao.edu.ph/admission-and-enrollment/

For inquiries, send us a message or email lpudavaoadmissions@lpu.edu.ph. You may also call (082) 228-5783 loc 400 or 0917-709-4311.