April is Autism Acceptance Month. You may have previously heard this month referred to as Autism Awareness Month. Acceptance versus awareness. What’s the difference between these two terms, and does it really matter which we use? What’s the difference? Autism Awareness Month originated in April 1970 by the Autism Society. At that time, 1 in […]
The Encompass Pediatric Therapy Team has been providing services exclusively through teletherapy since late March 2020. Teletherapy has provided a steep learning curve for many of us—remember when “Zoom” wasn’t even in our vocabulary? This new service delivery method has also revealed some lovely opportunities for our therapy sessions to evolve and grow. One of […]
Schedule conflicts. Illnesses in the family. Inclement weather. There are many reasons why families might need to cancel their child’s therapy appointment. Sometimes rescheduling the appointment is a perfect option, and other times it isn’t possible due to the same reasons for the initial cancellation: schedule conflicts, illnesses in the family, or inclement weather. Teletherapy […]
For many us, this time of year means togetherness: holiday parties, religious services, get-togethers, and the often-complicated Family Dinner. Family Dinners can be especially stressful, and not just because you’re concerned about overcooking the turkey or having perfectly clean baseboards. Family Dinners often put a spotlight on child behavior at the dinner table, and with […]
Dear Encompass families, The Encompass Pediatric Therapy Clinic will be closed on the following dates. We invite you to reschedule your missed therapy appointment(s). Thursday, November 28th Friday, November 29th Wednesday, December 25th Thursday, December 26th Friday, December 27th Monday, December 30th Tuesday, December 31st Wednesday, January 1st We will be OPEN for normal hours […]
Halloween: pumpkins, costumes, candy, spooky decorations… As adults, many of us have understood the traditions and customs associated with Halloween for decades. However, imagine being a young child, where the first several years of Halloween celebrations feel new and unfamiliar. It can all be a bit overwhelming! Halloween presents a unique opportunity to discuss safety […]
