• Developmental Screenings
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Aquatic Therapy
          • Aquatic Therapy is designed to benefit children by working on therapeutic skills in a gravity assisted environment. The pool setting offers a variety of water-based activities that enhance or restore mobility and function in a warm water environment.

    • Physical Therapy
          • Our therapists will find fun and creative ways to improve your child’s gross motor skills and improve their ability to perform functional daily activities.

    • Occupational Therapy
          • Daily life “occupations”, AKA activities, for children include everything from playing, dressing, feeding, and bathing to handwriting and social interactions. Occupational therapists help to improve a child’s performance and participation in all of those activities.

    • Teletherapy
          • Teletherapy is therapy via a live video connection. The treatment session is similar to an in-person session, however it is over a computer (or other device) instead!

    • Speech-Language Therapy
          • Communication skills are an essential aspect of a child’s overall development, health, learning experiences, self-esteem, and ability to express their basic wants and needs. These skills are also incredibly important to school performance and social interaction.

    • RockStar Kidz
          • Unleash your potential with our dynamic Yoga and Fitness Boot Camp! Our transformative 45-minute sessions offer children and young adults the chance to enhance their flexibility, body awareness, and extend their range of motion. Experience the magic of focused training and improve your posture like never before. Come dressed in your comfy attire, lace-up your tennis shoes, and don’t forget your water bottle. Elevate your fitness journey with us today!

        • Community Screening
        • We understand the importance of early intervention in physical, occupational, and speech development. That’s why we offer comprehensive

        • Group Screenings
        • We understand the importance of early intervention in physical, occupational, and speech development. That’s why we offer comprehensive

        • Developmental Screenings
        • We understand the importance of early intervention in physical, occupational, and speech development. That’s why we offer comprehensive

        • 1:1 Screenings
        • We understand the importance of early intervention in physical, occupational, and speech development. That’s why we offer comprehensive

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        • It’s natural to have questions and concerns about what to expect during your first visit with us, so here is a summary of what you can expect on your evaluation.

        • Navigating the landscape of pediatric therapy services can be complex, particularly when differentiating between outpatient and school-based therapy services. Our guide helps make sense of the differences and similarities.

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BHSM AAC Book of the Day Calendar

BOOK OF THE DAY Click on the date number to listen to a read aloud! Practice the word of the week while you read the book of the day! Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 […]

IEP: The Basics

Welcome to IEP:  The Basics This is Part 1 of however many parts you guys want. This is for you—the parents, grandparents, caregivers, trusted adults of these kiddos that we all have supported here at Medical Support Services. As we are about two-thirds of the way through the school year, We wanted to support those […]

Success Story: Karraline and Clarissa Kosinski

Twin sisters Karraline and Clarissa began their journey at Medical Support Services (MSS) after aging out of their county’s Birth-to-Three program. Despite their small stature, these girls have always been strong and resilient. Born at 24 weeks, they’ve faced numerous challenges in their lives but have never let these obstacles hinder them. Both are full […]

National Reading Day

NATIONAL READING DAY Lets begin National Reading Day with 4 weeks of read aloud reading!  Click on the date number to listen to a read aloud!  Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 […]

At Home Activities to Decrease Toe Walking

Toe walking is a common gait abnormality. Here are some suggestions on ways to work on this at home. If you have concerns about your child’s gait, please contact Medical Support Services for a physical therapy screening (free of charge) or an evaluation. Sensory Input Tips & Activities for Toe Walking Shaving cream is an […]

2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Welcome to our Pediatric Therapy Gift Guide! This holiday season, upgrade from traditional gifts and discover presents that not only bring joy but also work occupational, speech, and physical therapy skills. Crafted by our expert clinicians, each item in our guide is designed to support therapy goals for children. Discover the perfect blend of entertainment […]

Success Story: Meet Harrison

Our success story for our 2023 fall newsletter is Harrison Joseph! Harrison was just 1 week old when first evaluated at Medical Support Services, having began his journey with us just 2 days after being discharged from the NICU. He started out with PT and OT and eventually Speech Therapy/Feeding. Harrison’s Mom was motivated to […]

5 Activities for Improved Motor Planning

What is Motor Planning? Motor planning is a complex idea that has many different components, but in short it is the body’s ability to remember the small steps that, when combined, allow us to do a specific activity. Motor planning refers to movements our bones, joints, and muscles make that allow our bodies to move, […]

5 Reasons to Refer to Physical Therapy

1. Atypical Sitting Posture W-sitting: Signs of Low Muscle Tone: 2. Atypical Standing Posture Orthopedic Concerns: Signs of Low Muscle Tone: 3. Over-reliance on UEs for Support/Mobility/Balance Floor to Stand Transition: Stair Climbing: Using UEs for Balance: 4. Gait Deviations Toe Walking: Left / Right Asymmetry Signs of Decreased Balance 5. Delayed Milestones Red Flags….refer […]

Empowering Children Through Pediatric Physical Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide

Physical therapists work with children and their families to help each child achieve andmaintain mobility and quality of life by maximizing his or her potential to functionindependently. As primary care providers, physical therapists work with each family to promote activeparticipation at home, school, and in the community. This includes implementing a widevariety of supports from […]

Benefits and Tips on Standing

Our friends at Leckey understand the importance of empowering children with neurological challenges through innovative solutions. They have put together this useful guide, packed with information on the benefits of standing and activity ideas. Why Stand? By Leckey Standing frames can positively impact bone density, cardiovascular function, digestion, and more. You can engage your child […]

Tips for Adaptive Trick-or-Treating

Trick-or-treating can be an exciting time for kids and families, but it can also be more challenging for those with disabilities or have adaptive equipment. Here are some tips and tricks to help make Halloween a fun and exciting time for everyone in your family:  Halloween is all about having fun with your child, however […]

Making Breathing Exercises Fun and Effective for Kids

In our line of work as physical therapists, we often encounter young clients facing challenges related to breath control and exhalation force due to neurological conditions like cerebral palsy or autism. These conditions can make something as fundamental as breathing a complex task, which is why finding child-friendly breath exercises has become essential, especially with […]

Success Story: Meet Joshua

Everyone say hello to Joshua B!! He is our success story for Summer 2023. Here is a bitabout his journey! Joshua has been seen for all three disciplines of therapy since 2021 when he aged out ofbirth to three services. He has worked with many of our physical, occupational, as well as speechtherapists, and they […]

Greyson’s Newfound Independence

Greyson and his Occupational Therapist, Ericka, have been working on eating independently in Occupational Therapy as meal time is a very important time for families and children. It is a time for families to practice social emotional interaction skills, conversational skills, and table manners. It allows families to address fine and gross motor skills, posture […]

Success Story: Meet Alondra

We are thrilled to share the inspiring journey of a remarkable little girl, Alondra “Lo” Jimenez. Having joined our therapy program when she was just 8 months old, shortly after being discharged from the NICU, Alondra has shown extraordinary strength and resilience. Born prematurely and reliant on a tracheal ventilator (trach/vent), Alondra’s early life was […]

Summertime Fine Motor Fun Ideas 

School is out, have fun playing this summer and engage your child in developmental hand skills! Summers are a time for mud pies and sand castles, for play and for fun. Participate with your child in doing these activities and help your child grow.

Different Ways of Following Directions

Verbal (spoken) directions are a part of everyday life for adults and children. Appropriate behavior, social interaction, and academic success are all dependent on the ability to understand and follow verbal directions. Following verbal directions requires strong knowledge of basic concepts and the ability to process and retain auditory information. Basic concepts are words that […]

Fun Books to Read at Home

“A Splendid friend, indeed” by Suzanne Bloom “Count the Monkeys” by Mac Barnett “Click, Clack, Moo: Cows that Type” by Doreen Cronin “Chicka Chicka Boom Boom” by Bill Martin “Clifford Goes to Kindergarten” by Norman Bridwell “Corduroy” by Don Freeman “Go, Dog. Go” by P.D Eastman “Green Eggs and Ham” by Dr. Suess “Little Yellow […]

Developing Strong Vocabulary Skills

What is VOCABULARY The term vocabulary has a wide range of meanings – depending upon whom you ask to define it. Teachers may define vocabulary as (1) sight-word vocabulary (immediate recognition of the printed word), (2) meaning vocabulary (what students understand when reading printed words), or (3) listening vocabulary (understanding words heard in spoken language). […]

Language Expansion vs. Language Expression

Young children and children with disabilities often use simple language to express themselves. They’re learning to use more “grown-up” language which they hear from older siblings, friends, parents, and teachers. Language expansion and language extension are two ways for you to help children develop their expressive language skills. Language expansion “expands” a child’s utterance—when talking […]

Adjectives & Adverbs

The ability to use descriptive words when writing or talking is essential to clearly communicatingthoughts, feelings, and ideas. Students who struggle to use descriptive words such as adjectives and adverbs may have difficulty effectively expressing their wants, needs, and opinions. Adjectives Often called a “describing word,” adjectives modify a noun or pronoun. They add more […]

Identify the Signs – Speech & Hearing Disorders

Use the following charts to help recognize signs of speech, language, and hearing disorders and find thehelp needed to address these disorders. Signs of a Language Disorder Age Range Sign 2 – 3 months and up does not smile/interact with others 4 – 7 months does not babble (“bababa”) 7 – 12 months very few […]

Home Exercise Scavenger Hunt

Go on a scavenger hunt outside! Go on a walk and see what you can find!   Unleash the Thrill of an Outdoor Scavenger Hunt! Take a Stroll and Uncover Hidden Treasures! There’s something magical about exploring the great outdoors, and now you can make it even more exciting with a thrilling scavenger hunt! As you […]

AAC Implementation Parent Guide

Terminology AAC – Augmentative and Alternative Communication. Anything we use to communicate besides our voices. This may be communication devices, cell phones, sign language, gestures, or other visuals. Core Vocabulary – The most frequently used words in a language, often used in a variety of contexts. About 200 words make up 80% of what we […]

AAC Best Practices

There has been a lot of research on individuals who learn to communicate using AAC. Across many studies, these four best practices have been proven to work! Keep in mind, while becoming familiar with an AAC system might feel overwhelming or unnatural at first, the process for teaching an AAC user is very similar to […]

IDEAS & GAMES FOR BETTER SPEECH AND HEARING MONTH

May is officially recognized as Better Speech and Hearing Month, a time to raise awareness about communication disorders and the importance of hearing health. This month is an opportunity for individuals to become more informed about the various aspects of speech and hearing, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. With the prevalence of speech and hearing […]

PERSON-CENTERED FOCUS ON FUNCTION: Speech Sound Disorder

What are person-centered functional goals? Goals identified by the child, in partnership with the clinician and family, that allow participation in meaningful activities and roles Why target person-centered functional goals? What is the ICF, and how does it help? The International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) was developed by the World Health Organization […]

The Mighty Vestibular System: Let’s Get Moving!

What is the vestibular system and how does vestibular processing and movement play a key role in development? Has your child’s therapist mentioned the vestibular system, but you wonder, “What exactly is it?” The vestibular system is one of the key foundations of Jean Ayres’s sensory integration theory. Dr. Ayres pioneered our understanding of the […]

Success Story: Meet Eva & Harmony

Eva and Harmony are two sisters who have been attending Speech, Occupational, and Physical Pediatric Therapy at Medical Support Services for the last 5 years. When they first started, Eva was 3 years old and was minimally verbal, needed assistance with all ADLs, and demonstrated very low strength and endurance. Harmony was much younger, only […]

Our Holiday Gift Guide for 2022 is out!

Medical Support Service’s 2022 Holiday Guide! With the holiday seasons coming up, we felt inspired to share our favorite gift recommendations!  We’ve broken them into separate categories, corresponding with what therapy skills can be worked with the item. Our very own clinicians shared their favorite toys and offered tips and tricks in how to use […]

Parent Education Night – Infant Feeding Red Flags

Parent Education Night – Infant Feeding Red Flags About This Presentation Join us at our Mount Pleasant clinic on Monday, November 28th as Anne Beeson, M.S, CCC/SLP, and Jodie Oblamski, M.S, CCC/SLP, CLC go over red flags for feeding difficulties in infants that warrant a referral for an outpatient clinical feeding evaluation at Medical Support […]

Success Stories: Leo

Leo has been working hard on.. ..crawling, sitting independently, increasing his protective responses to catch himself when he loses his balance, grasping and releasing, and building up his overall strength. A few weeks ago, Leo could not get into a crawling position by himself. Today, Leo can initiate and maintain a crawling position for several seconds. Leo has […]

Halloween Spirit Week

This week from Oct. 24th to 28th is Halloween Spirit Week at our clinics! We are dressing up and doing all sorts of Halloweenie things. All patients, parents, and staff are encouraged to participate!

All About Augmentative and Alternative Communication

What is AAC: Short for augmentative and alternative communication. Utilized to make communication easier and for growth. Who uses it: AAC can include all tools we all use to communicate on a regular basis. Individuals with a communication delay benefit from SGD to support verbal and non verbal output. Types of AAC: No tech: doesn’t […]

Playing Games With Your Child 

Board games are a nostalgic way to play with your child in this digitally driven world. There are many benefits to playing games with your child to enhance their current therapy goals. You can adapt the rules to meet your child at their current level of ability. Check out the following! Attention to Task  Memory match– […]

How to Overcome Barriers to Physical Activity 

Incorporating physical activity into your kiddo’s daily routine can be a challenge. Barriers to physical activity and movement can come in all shapes and sizes, real or perceived. Physical therapists are movement experts and can help you establish a safe and effective exercise plan to help you and your child achieve their goals.  Here are […]

Back-To-School: Getting Your Kiddo Prepared

As the summer comes to an end, we anticipate the return of another school year. With the back to school sales booming and families rushing about, there can be an overwhelming sense of dread for kiddos with disabilities, and their parents too! A new school year can mean new classmates, an unfamiliar schedule, or even […]

Success Story: Meet Annica

Annica is a spunky girl who has been coming to therapy since she aged out of Birth To Three services. At the beginning, she wasn’t so sure about the big goals we had planned for her. When she first started, she was not able to walk or crawl and relied on her family to carry […]

Success Story: Meet Ollie

Ollie started therapy at Medical Support Services just before his first birthday. At the time, he required around the clock cares in order to address his medical needs, including positioning changes throughout the day. Ollie would be exhausted, falling asleep after just a few minutes of therapy intervention. He has worked super hard over the […]

Success Stories: Meet Annalise

Annalise is the sweetest 10-year-old girl whose smile lights up a room. She began her physical therapy journey with us when she was five years old, and was discharged from physical therapy at the end of January! I’ve had the pleasure of working with her for the past three years. Since she began her therapy […]

Success Stories: Meet Maysen

Maysen is a Rockstar! In the past year, Maysen has been seizure free, allowing her gross motor and fine motor skills to skyrocket! She has also mastered reciprocal army crawling, improved motor planning while walking in her gait trainer, and grasping and releasing with her right hand. She has also been improving her communication skills […]

In-Hand Manipulation

What is in-hand manipulation? In-hand manipulation is the ability to manipulate objects with one’s hand. These fine motor movements are vital in our everyday life. When you are moving something within your hand, you are using in-hand manipulation skills. This is an important skill necessary for writing, opening containers, using door handles, placing coins in […]

Parent Education Night – Playing With Your Child

Parent Education Night – Playing With Your Child A Speech & Occupational Therapy Approach About This Presentation We will share strategies to increase engagement and communication with your child through play. This also includes a first person approach to autism from an online training course our therapists completed with Meg Proctor. This information is beneficial […]

Success Story: Meet Olivia

Olivia started OT, ST, and PT with Tender Touch – Medical Support Services at 3-years-old due to motor and speech concerns from apraxia. When she first started, she was non-verbal, making minimal sounds, unable to communicate her needs and wants. She needed assistance with all ADLs and demonstrated difficulty with body coordination, especially running and jumping. From the […]

Kids Healthy Screen Time Use Guide

When kids spend too much time glued to their screens, they have less time for healthy habits like sleep, physical activity, and time outdoors. These healthy habits are a huge part of their overall well-being.  Use our Kids Healthy Screen Time Use Guide as a resource to regulate these healthy habits! Kid’s Screen Time At […]

Autism Awareness Month

Autism Awareness Month in April is an opportunity to show your support and love for all people affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This month, many individuals, businesses, and organizations choose to participate in spreading awareness of ASD. Below are a couple of things you can do to participate in spreading awareness during Autism Awareness […]

Sensory Tips For Homework

Kids with sensory processing issues can sometimes have trouble concentrating on their homework. Certain sounds, smells, textures, and other sensations can get in the way of getting their after school work done. We have gathered a couple of tips and tricks to make that homework battle a little less painful! Avoid doing homework right away […]

Making Sense of the IEP/504 Process

The IEP/504 process can be a daunting task for parents to make sense of, below is a digestible step-by-step overview of a typical IEP timeline: The Referral: A child’s teacher, another school professional, or the parent may request an evaluation to determine eligibility for services. A team of school professionals will meet to determine the […]

Child Safety Outside The Home

All families can benefit from planning and prevention for safety outside the home, specially those with neurodivergent family members. Children that are considered neurodivergent are those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, etcs who can be more susceptible to getting lost, traffic accidents, drowning, and abductions due to their difficulty picking up subtle environmental cues and […]

Make your own DIY water sensory bin

Using an old storage bin, starter chopsticks, pom poms, measuring cups, dollar tree ladles, and letter erasers from target’s bargain section you can make your very own DIY water sensory bin! We particularly love the starter chopsticks because it works fine motor strength and coordination, needed for writing and utensil use! If your kiddo is […]

Fun Ways to Integrate PT Exercises at Home 

Bring the Zoo to Your Home – Let’s Be Animals!  Bear Crawling – Stay up on your hands and feet with your bottom in the air  Great for coordination between arms/legs and core activation  Crab Walking – Using your hands and feet, push to lift your bottom off the ground and try to keep your […]

Getting Kids To Try New Foods

Improving interest in feeding Picky eating is an issue all parents deal with at some point in their child’s life. While it is normal for kids to have favorites and preferences with food, variety in their diet is fundamental to staying strong and healthy. Kids should tolerate food with different textures, temperatures, and tastes. On […]

New Kenosha Location Video Tour

Our Kenosha location will be moving to a new building this Summer of 2022. The new location will only be 5 minutes away from our current Kenosha address, while offering much needed space as we grow as a company. Check out the progress in this video tour, things are coming along! We are doing a […]

W-Sitting in Children

What is w-sitting?: W-sitting (sitting on the knees with the bottom on ground and heels outside of hips) is one of many positions children choose to sit in. It is common for children to move in and out of this position while playing, only spending brief moments w-sitting. While developing children use this position at […]

Outdoor Winter Sensory Activities

Winter in Wisconsin can get so cold! I don’t know about you, but my desire to be outside for extended periods of time goes WAY down the colder it gets. However, our kids are not any less likely to need movement and sensory input throughout their day. Physical activity and sensory input are things that […]

Adaptive Halloween Costumes

Halloween is a spooky time of year, filled with scary movies, candy, decorations, and dressing up! Unfortunately, all costumes are not made for all children. Homemade or purchased, we are here to help you find the latest adaptive trends to meet your needs.  Target has a great selection of adaptive Halloween costumes, with sensory friendly options coming all sizes from toddler to adult. They also include features such as removable hoods […]

Success Stories: Meet Albert

Meet Albert, our newest patient success story at Medical Support Services! Albert has been working with Shannon, one of our Speech-Language Pathologists, since April 2019. Albert has made such great progress with his functional communication over this time, but especially over this last year with use of his new speech generating device. At the beginning […]

Success Stories: Meet Elaine

Meet Elaine, one of our newest patient success stories at Medical Support Services! Elaine came to physical therapy at Medical Support Services struggling with lots of falling. She was unable to keep up with her friends and cousins and, as a result, felt very discouraged. Elaine began physical therapy appointments with Emma and Jessie, two […]

Managing Screen Time

Managing Screen Time About This Presentation In this presentation we go over how we use technology in our lives, different types of screen times, effects of screens on our kid’s bodies and minds, how sensory systems are affected by screens, signs to look for if there might be an imbalance, and suggestions on managing screen […]

Building a Sensory Bin

This fun summer activity is easy to put together, costs only around $10, and is a great sensory project for the kiddos! Our sensory bin kit can be used on days when the kiddos are bored and parents need a minute to relax. This project has brought hours of fun for these kiddos while allowing […]

Motor Learning in Children with Autism

What is motor learning? Motor learning is the change in capability to produce skilled tasks, often associated with practice or experience. In essence, it is the process of learning how to do something well. There are three stages in motor learning: cognitive, associative, and autonomous. Cognitive: a slow process where the child needs to think […]

Chores as Occupational Therapy Practice

There are so many great ways to practice fine motor and sensory skills with your kiddos at home! Why not practice learning important skills at the same time? Try these OT-approved activities in your garden or with the laundry! These skills can also translate to whichever task you want your child to learn. Tell us […]

Success Stories: Meet Zayne

Meet Zayne, our newest patient success story at Medical Support Services! Zayne started coming to MSS August of 2018 for Occupational Therapy. I started working with Zayne in August of 2019. When I first started with him, he required mom’s assistance to transition back to session. He also would not participate in any of our […]
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Swimming as Physical Therapy

Swimming in the pool or lake has always been a beloved summer activity. Did you know swimming as physical therapy is also very helpful! It is also a great opportunity to improve your child’s strength, coordination, balance, and endurance by maximizing all the benefits that water has to offer! Swimming is a great full body […]
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Progressing in Physical Therapy During Summer Break

Looking to continue the progress your child made over the school year in physical therapy? There are plenty of things you can do with your child at your local playground this summer to keep them moving in the right direction and progressing in physical therapy! Here are some suggestions based on goals they may have […]
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Speech Therapist Approved Summer Activities

Get your kiddos the speech therapy practice they need over the summer months while still having fun and keeping them occupied during summer vacation! Have fun with these speech therapist approved summer activities! Playing with chalk Draw words with your child’s sound. Prompt requests by having your child request “chalk”, “color”, “all done”. Draw and […]
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Speech Therapist Approved Road Trip Games

Road trips don’t have be dreadful! Plan a fun road trip with your kiddos this summer and keep everyone entertained (and practicing their communication skills) with these speech therapist approved games! Road Trip Game: 20 Hints This alternative to the classic “20 Questions” car game is friendly for even the youngest of talkers. Instead of […]
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Tips for Taking Your Child Swimming

Swimming is a classic summer past time and something that everyone should feel safe doing this season. With these helpful tips, children of all abilities will be ready to hit the pool or the beach this year! Swimming Tip 1: Get the Right Gear Having the right swimming gear is an important first step, especially […]
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Sensory Friendly Summer Activities

Summer activities are a great way to spend time with your kiddos during their time off of school and teach them something new! These sensory-friendly summer activities are perfect for kids of all abilities. We can’t wait to see what fun things you do with your summer break, so don’t forget to share them with […]

Bilingualism and Speech Therapy

Bilingual speech therapy is an important practice to those who are able to use the service. Many children are now learning to speak more than one language from a young age. There are many benefits, as well as some difficulties, that can come along with this practice. Bilingual speech pathologists are able to pinpoint if those difficulties are simply […]
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Mental Wellness for Parents

A parent’s mental wellness and health can often take a back seat to the physical and mental health of their children, especially when those children live with intellectual and developmental disorders (IDD). The mental wellness of parents and other caregivers of children with IDD is very important, both to the parents themselves and in turn, to […]

Success Stories: Meet Nolan

Meet Nolan! “Nolan is a 9-year-old who loves to play hockey. He has an active lifestyle with hockey practices and school however his parents had concerns about his pickiness with food and frustration tolerance. A variety of approaches were used in his OT sessions, Nolan worked on mindfulness, he explored a variety of food textures, […]

Success Stories: Meet Elli

Elli started PT at 9 months old when she was not doing much more than rolling and she even started off quite terrified of PT. She worked hard every week, overcame her fear, and built her strength. Mom and Elli worked so hard at home each and every day with home exercises. By the end of Elli’s therapy, […]

Children’s Sleep Tips from Occupational Therapy

The quality of our children’s sleep has a direct impact on their development and how they will function throughout the day. Does your child struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep throughout the night? Keep reading to learn what tips from our Occupational Therapists about how you can help your child fall asleep and stay […]

Outdoor Activities to Enjoy with Your Child During Spring

Spring time can mean warm weather! Getting outside and enjoying some activities can benefit children in many ways. Physical strength and endurance are two important factors of child development. Check out the list of activities we’ve put together to get your family outside and moving this Spring season! Spring Outdoor Activities Jump over or splash […]

Navigating a Child’s Birthday During a Pandemic

Birthdays are a special moment in any person’s life. They are especially significant during child or adolescent development. We know that the pressure to make their special day one to remember falls on you as a parent. However, there’s no need to be nervous when planning your next celebration. We have created the ultimate guide […]

Valentine’s Day Activities

Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples and spouses to enjoy. Include your kiddos and make a day out of spreading love and joy! Here are just a few Valentine’s Day activities the whole family can enjoy…   No Complaints  Fill the air with love instead of complaints. Use the 24-hours of Valentine’s Day to ban complaining in your household. See […]

Success Stories: Meet Nolan

Meet Nolan! “Our amazing son Nolan was born August 2016 and was diagnosed with Down Syndrome. Nolan has been working with the therapists at Medical Support Services for about the last six months to help him overcome some of the obstacles he faces with day-to-day activities. His therapists are fantastic at adjusting their therapy methods […]

Success Stories: Meet Eddie

Meet Eddie! Edward, aka Eddie Spaghetti, is an energetic 2-year-old boy. He first started at Tender Touch Therapy in March of 2017 for Occupational, Physical, and Speech-Language Pathology therapies. Edward was diagnosed with cerebral palsy as a young infant. This affects his motor functioning throughout his whole body. When he first started at Tender Touch, […]

Success Stories: Meet Lexi

Meet Lexi! Lexi started her journey with Tender Touch one week after leaving Children’s Hospital. After 3 surgeries she was unable to walk and too afraid to try. Then we met Suzanne. The first two sessions were spent getting to know each other and Suzanne gave a lot of encouragement and reassurance. After a few […]
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Success Stories: Meet Sophia

Meet Sophia! “Sophia made so much progress after several weeks of therapy. Since she started, she is now able to tolerate being around kids and playing next to them. She made a huge progress in brushing her teeth, cutting with scissors or a knife, and her muscles are stronger. She is climbing the stairs by […]

Success Stories: Meet Red

Meet Red! “Red is 5 years old. He loves chocolate milk, animals, construction vehicles, watching movies and playing outside. He was born with a club foot that he has had 3 surgeries on to help repair it. Also, Spastic Hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy that affects the left side of his body. Additionally, a rare brain abnormality […]
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Success Stories: Meet Amber

Meet Amber! Amber started therapy in Birth-to-3 due to swallowing and feeding issues as well as motor delays. At 4 years old, she started outpatient OT, PT and ST at Medical Support Services. When symptoms continued, Amber received the formal diagnosis of Rett’s Syndrome, a rare genetic neurological and developmental disorder, at 7 years old. […]

Feeding Therapy

Pediatric and Developmental Feeding Therapy While it is known that Speech-Language Pathologists treat speech and language disorders in all ages, many do not realize that SLPs also treat feeding and swallowing disorders. Additionally, both SLPs and OT’s can target sensory feeding difficulties. Our facilities include a fully functional mock apartment including a kitchen set up to simulate at […]

Teletherapy

What is teletherapy?  Teletherapy services provide therapy via a live video connection. The treatment session is similar to an in-person session, however it is over a computer (or other device) instead! The sessions are scheduled at a time that is agreed upon between the therapist and the family. Both parties will log in on a secure […]

Aquatic Therapy

Pediatric and Developmental Aquatic Therapy Aquatic Therapy is designed to benefit children by working on therapeutic skills in a gravity assisted environment. The pool setting offers a variety of water-based activities that enhance or restore mobility and function in a warm water environment. The therapists are able to utilize the properties of the water to […]
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Speech-Language Therapy

Pediatric and Developmental Speech-Language Therapy Communication skills are an essential aspect of a child’s overall development, health, learning experiences, self-esteem, and ability to express their basic wants and needs. These skills are also incredibly important to school performance and social interaction.  Proper development of speech and language skills requires strength, coordination, postural control, attention, and […]

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy Pediatric & Developmental Therapy Daily life “occupations”, AKA activities, for children include everything from playing, dressing, feeding, and bathing to handwriting and social interactions. Occupational therapists help to improve a child’s performance and participation in all of those activities. Whether the concern is weakness in fine motor and hand development, the ability to […]
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