Back to school looks quite different this year for both families and teachers. As students and parents adjust to their new online learning and work-from-home schedules, teachers must adapt their curricula to meet at-home learners’ needs, including special needs students. Many teachers wonder how to make sure their special needs students are learning, even when […]
Demystifying the Early Intervention Evaluation Process
The first three years of a child’s life is packed with developmental milestones. While all kids learn and grow at their own pace, some may continue to struggle with certain skills. That’s where early intervention (EI) comes in: a process that is meant to assess toddlers’ abilities and help them catch up in their development. […]
LifeROOTS Custodial/Janitorial Services Can Help Your Business Adhere to New Cleaning Protocols
During this very difficult time for both our region and local businesses, the LifeROOTS Business Contracts Division is not only fully operational – but is growing, as our government contracts need additional cleaning services and have turned to LifeROOTS to help implement new cleaning protocols. In fact, we are pleased that we were recently able […]
LifeROOTS Continuing to Offer Early Intervention Services Through Telehealth
Although the COVID-19 health emergency has continued to suspend face-to-face Early Intervention services, LifeROOTS has been providing young children and their families with the critical support needed to continue their development – and progress – through Telehealth. Our Early Intervention Telehealth program provides a convenient, and effective, way for children from birth to 3 continue […]
How Pediatric Speech-Language Pathology Can Improve Your Child’s Communication Abilities
Pediatric speech-language pathologists will work with children and teens to help them communicate more effectively by honing their verbal and non-verbal communication skills. They work closely with families to assess each child’s strengths and needs, and will develop an individualized treatment plan which can be used through early intervention, in school, or at home. While […]
How to Plan for Your Special Needs Child’s Future
June is a time of transition for many families. From children starting summer programs to moving to the next grades or graduating, the future seems to be on every parent’s mind. But for families with special needs children, trying to plan ahead may lead to more confusion and uncertainty than it does joy and excitement. […]
What to Do When Your Child is Diagnosed with a Developmental Disability
Your child is acting out, struggling in school, or isn’t meeting milestones on time. They may not be able to tell you what the issues may be themselves, so you turn to professionals for answers. After multiple consultations and tests, you learn that your child has a developmental disability. Now what? Because there’s no single […]
Why It’s So Important to Continue Your Child’s OT Services During the COVID-19 Health Emergency … and How Telehealth Can Keep Your Child On Track
Occupational Therapy, or OT, is a treatment meant to improve fine and gross motor skills, as well as motor planning. It may also be helpful for children who struggle with self-regulation and sensory processing. Children see occupational therapists for a variety of reasons, including: Motor skills – hand strength and dexterity, balance, or coordination Visual […]
Early Intervention Services Available Through TELEHEALTH
Although COVID-19 safety precautions have caused us to temporarily suspend face-to-face services, we are able to provide families with continued support and vital Early Intervention Services through TELEHEALTH. If you have been receiving Early Intervention Services at LifeROOTS, or if you think your child may qualify for Early Intervention and would like to begin the […]
At-Home Learning Activities for Children with Disabilities: How to Make Social Distancing More Social for Your Child
Most students are out of school because of the coronavirus, and many parents are staying home with them. Between working from home and homeschooling, it may feel like your attention is being pulled in a million different directions, which makes coming up with ways to keep your kids occupied that much harder. We’ve come up […]
