Arise Therapies

03/18/2026

Just like spring brings new flowers, therapy brings new milestones. 🌷

At first, progress can feel small… but over time those small moments grow into something beautiful.

🌱 First sounds
🌱 First steps
🌱 New independence

“See! The winter is past… flowers appear on the earth.” — Song of Solomon 2:11–12

We love celebrating every bloom of progress with our families. 💛

03/17/2026

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Big things are coming to Pinkerton Park! 🌿

On Thursday, March 26th at 12:00 PM, we’ll be installing a communication board to help support language, connection, and inclusive play for every child—and we’d love for you to join us!

This board is designed to give children a voice while they play 💬 Featuring pictures, symbols, and words, it supports individuals who use AAC while also encouraging language development, social interaction, and connection for children of all abilities.

We’re so grateful to partner with and the City of Franklin Parks & Recreation Department to bring this meaningful addition to our community.

Come celebrate with us and see how something as simple as visuals can open the door to communication, inclusion, and play for all 💛

Read more here: www.riseuptherapies.org/blog/giving-every-child-a-voice-pinkerton-park-welcomes-new-communication-board

03/17/2026

Little hands, big work 💕
From stringing to page-turning, these tiny movements are building strong fine motor skills every day!

03/10/2026

Handwriting actually starts before letters ever appear on the page!

Children first practice pre-writing strokes like vertical lines ⬇️, horizontal lines ➡️, circles ⭕, and crosses ➕. These simple shapes are the building blocks that help prepare little hands for writing.

You can practice these skills in fun ways using crayons 🖍️, drawing with chalk outside 🌞, or even making shapes in shaving cream 🫧. Play-based learning is a great way to strengthen fine motor skills and get kids ready for handwriting! 💪🖐️

03/02/2026

“Give me a myth to bust about OT.”
…oh we thought you’d never ask. 😏

Somewhere along the way, occupational therapy got misunderstood.
No, we don’t just help people find jobs.
No, it’s not “just for kids.”
And no… we don’t only work on handwriting.

At Arise Therapies, we’re here to break the myths, build real-life skills, and make therapy both effective and fun. 💪✨

Got something you’ve heard about OT that doesn’t quite sound right?

👇 comment beloeve more myths for us to bust

02/26/2026

We believe deeply in the power of prayer and the strength of community. That’s why each of our locations (Spring Hill and Columbia) has a prayer box—a quiet place to share prayers, worries, and praises and entrust them to God.

📖 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
— Philippians 4:6

Take a moment to pause, pray, and rest in the assurance that He hears every prayer. 🙏

02/25/2026

✨ One Small Change ✨

📚 Early Language Tip: Take a trip to your local library! Many libraries offer story times and simple crafts that help build early language skills, strengthen listening, and provide valuable peer interaction—especially for children who spend most of their time at home with caregivers.

🗣️ Articulation Tip: Set aside a consistent 10–15 minutes each day to practice your child’s target sound using gentle cues and positive feedback. Everyday moments count—car rides are a great time to play “I Spy” with objects that include their speech sound!

Simple routines + everyday moments = meaningful progress 💛

02/24/2026

Winter Feeding Tip ❄️🍽️
Messy food play is a great way to help picky eaters feel more comfortable exploring new foods! Using laminated or protected pictures as a “drawing pad” turns mealtime into a fun, low-pressure activity while supporting sensory exploration and curiosity. 🍓🎨
A little mess today can help build confident eaters tomorrow!

02/23/2026

📚🎩 It’s time to READ across America! Join us for a week of fun dress-up days as we celebrate reading, creativity, and the power of words. Which day are you most excited for? 📖✨

02/20/2026

Our front office team recently met with one goal in mind: finding better ways to serve and support our families. From improving communication and scheduling processes to collaborating on solutions that make your experience smoother, every conversation was centered around you.

We’re grateful for a team that is committed to growth, teamwork, and creating a welcoming experience from the very first phone call. Thank you for trusting us with your families—we’re always working to do better.

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02/18/2026

✂️ Pre-Cutting Skills: When & How to Introduce Scissors ✂️

Before jumping into scissors, build those hand muscles and coordination first! 💪🖐️
Activities that practice the open–close motion help little hands get ready to cut safely and successfully:

🍪 Play dough – rolling, pinching, and squeezing
🧺 Tongs in a sensory bin – picking up and sorting items
🦆 Bath toys – squeeze and release fun
🌬️ Spray bottles – great for hand strength and control
💦 Water guns – playful practice for open/close motion

These fun, play-based activities strengthen hands, improve coordination, and set the foundation for successful scissor use later on!

02/16/2026

✨ We’re Hiring! ✨
Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference? 💙
Our team is growing, and we’re looking for passionate, caring professionals to join us!

If you love working with kids, collaborating with an amazing team, and making an impact every day, we’d love to hear from you 🧠🫶

👉 Apply here: https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Arise-Therapies,-LLC/jobs