Happy OT month! I first discovered the occupational therapy profession when I was in college working as an independent provider for a little girl with autism. I would take her to her OT sessions every week. I remember not being too sure what occupational therapy was, but was absolutely certain that the little girl had
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In celebration of Occupational Therapy Month, we asked a parent of one of our clients if she would be willing to share her family’s Occupational Therapy story. She agreed. This is her story… I had no idea when I made the call, that I was changing the trajectory of our lives. I don’t even remember what I
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As we celebrate national Occupational Therapy month this April, our OTs and COTA’s have written short summaries of how they came to work in the field and why they do what they do. Caitlin Hankins, our first COTA (Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant) shares her perspective. I moved to Eugene in the Fall of 2013 and
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As we celebrate national Occupational Therapy month this April, our OT’s and COTA’s have written short summaries of how they came to work in the field and why they do what they do. Here the owner of Connect the Dots, Stephanie Wagers, shares her perspective. My passion for helping others started when I was young.
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Play is an integral component of pediatric occupational therapy. It is through play that the child’s brain develops senses, learns to move, and grasps higher level cognitive functions. Sometimes adults have a hard time understanding how playing games is helping their child. So, I decided to break down one activity and briefly highlight skills
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Finding balance and a sense of peace on a daily basis can be a challenge. There are numerous yoga poses to help increase relaxation, and I’ve listed three of my favorites to calm the nervous system. Four benefits of calming the nervous system are: Decreased stress Increased concentration Muscles and organs work more effectively Boosts
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With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we like to find fun crafts to do with kids. We’ve listed some links to craft ideas that will help to build fine motor, gross motor, sensory and visual skills. The kids will have fun (you will, too!). From baking to arts and crafts, this Pinterest link offers over
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“Congratulations! Today is your day. You’re off to Great Places! You’re off and away!” Once families have found Occupational Therapy, they often feel like they’ve found a home. Connect the Dots is a place where parents report that they finally feel understood and that their kids look forward to working on skills that will help
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As a pediatric occupational therapy assistant, I have witnessed firsthand the benefits movement has to offer children in their growth and development. Yoga for children and teens is one of the many ways children get to experience these benefits. The physical, mental and psycho-social aspects of yoga are numerous. Overall relaxation and stress reduction are, perhaps, some
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For most kids Halloween is exciting. Choosing a costume, dressing up to be someone else and receiving candy is fun. However, for kids suffering with Sensory Processing Disorder Halloween can be a nightmare. It’s not that these children don’t want to be a part of the adventure, it’s the sensations the adventure brings that can
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84 Centennial Loop
Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: (541) 255-2681
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Clinic Hours:
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8:00 to 5:00 Friday
Corvallis Clinic:
201 NW 3rd St.
Corvallis, OR 97330
Phone: (541) 255-2681
Fax: (541) 255-3537
Clinic Hours:
8:00 to 6:00 Monday - Thursday
8:00 to 5:00 Friday
