PlayWorks - Child & Adult Therapies

07/26/2025

Fine motor weakness, positioning and lack of exposure can all be conquered with these simple OT tips to help your child with cutting skills.

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07/26/2025

Happy 35th Anniversary to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! 🎉

In 1990, the ADA was a landmark civil rights achievement and a powerful step toward equality, inclusion, and accessibility for millions of Americans with disabilities. It outlawed discrimination, expanded access to public spaces, and affirmed the right of people with disabilities to fully participate in all areas of life.

But 35 years later, 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲 to ensure that individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities maintain access to critical programs like Medicaid and high-quality special education services, have access to life-saving organ transplants, have the ability to work, earn, and save for their futures and so much more. 💪

To celebrate the 35th anniversary of the ADA we challenge YOU to make your voice heard by contacting your 𝟯 Members of Congress about 𝟱 NDSS policy priorities. We've made it easy for you to do with just one link!

➡️ https://ndss.quorum.us/campaign/132377/

Together, we can continue to build on the ADA to make our world more inclusive for individuals with Down syndrome and all disabilities.

07/25/2025

💙Saying goodbye is never easy…

After 14 incredible years, we’re giving a heartfelt farewell to our sweet friend Bella! She has been a part of the Playworks family longer than most of us can remember—growing, learning, and lighting up the clinic with her smile and amazing personality.

Bella, we are so proud of you and know you’ll continue to shine wherever life takes you. Your kindness, determination, and fun spirit has made you a true joy to know. Thank you for letting us be a part of your journey—you’ll always be a part of the Playworks family! 💫💙

07/25/2025

We’ve been dye-ing for this moment!🤩

Playworks has spent the past two weeks making the world (and their shirts!) a little brighter. Our kiddos expressed themselves through color while practicing fine motor skills, following directions, and building confidence—one swirl at a time! 🌀 Check out all the tie dye magic they created! 🌈👚🎨

07/23/2025

07/21/2025

Tie dye round 2… let’s GOOOO! 🎨🌈 Our Playworks crew has been busy turning plain ol’ shirts into rainbow explosions of FUN! There’s been color, chaos, and a whole lot of giggles—and we’re just getting started. Can’t wait to see what other fun creations show up this week!

Bring in white shirts, socks, or bags to keep the tie dye fun going—OR rock your colorful creations from last week with your therapist!

07/14/2025

WVU's Division of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSAD) is hosting a showcase of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices on August 5 from 11:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Applied Human Sciences building!

The West Virginia Assistive Technology System (WVATS) will be there with several devices for people to try out in person. This is a great opportunity to learn more about communication devices and get some hands-on learning!

West Virginia Assistive Technology - WVATS
WVU CSAD

07/14/2025

🌈 Wake up, wake up… it’s TIE DYE WEEK at Playworks! 🎨

Bring in your white shirts, socks, bags, or anything ready for a splash of color—our therapists can’t wait to see the tie dye magic you create! Let’s get groovy!

07/11/2025

07/10/2025

🐾🌿 Welcome to the Jungle… Week! 🌿🐾
Our wild bunch went on an epic therapy jungle—crawling, climbing, and roaring through all kinds of adventures! From swinging vines to animal walks, our little explorers made big moves in the jungle! 🐒🦁🐘
Take a peek at the untamed fun! 🌴🦜💚