SENSITIVE SANTA

We periodically offer social skills groups to help children learn to have meaningful and mutually beneficial relationships with peers. We added communication skills, non-verbal body language, sharing, turn taking, and behavior throughout these groups. Many participants build lasting friendships during these groups! 

Learn how to build your village by choosing the right therapy provider for you! Raising children can be a challenge and it takes a lot of hands on deck with a lot of love. Do you know the right questions to ask to find a village that lifts you up?

Raising kids is tough. My grandmother always said "It Takes a Village" I never realized how true this statement was until I had children of my own. Now 6 kids later I can tell you one thing I wouldn't survive without my village. My village includes, family, friends, neighbors, teachers, doctors, and therapist. Have you ever thought about your village and who you considered your village? Join us June 15th and we are going to talk about that. Who is in your village and why. Occupational therapist Madeline will join us in discussion and we will share some of the things Occupational Therapy can do as part of your village. Parenting can be glorious, terrifying, infuriating and every other emotion you can possibly think of. Let's talk about it and discover more about your villagers. 

Deadline to register: June 14th 

Deadline to register: Thursday, April 15th, 2021

Have you ever looked at your child and thought; "I know this isn't normal but I am not sure what the problem is?" As a mother of six I, Heather can tell you I sure have. We where introduced to Occupational Therapy when our twins where 11 months old for developmental delays but there is so much more that Occupational Therapy can do for all ages.

Kailtlin is very passionate about Occupational Therapy and how it can improve quality of life and so much more. Kaitlin and I decided in honor of Occupational Therapy Month we wanted to host this seminar and title it "The Simple Things".

We will be exploring some of the things we as parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and other caregivers may have experienced but had no idea that Occupational Therapy could help these small little things. Some say "Oh, they will grow out of it." Why should they grow out of it when there are tools to help children progress to meet their potential and keep their mind, body, and spirit in a positive place?

Learn the benefits of weighted blankets, how to use them, and make one yourself! 

Kaitlin Alvey MS,OTR/L, TheraTree Clinical Manager and Occupational Therapist, leads this hybrid in-person and virtual workshop. 

If you are making the blanket for someone specific you will need to know their weight as weighted blankets need to be 5 - 10% of the person weight.

A weighted blanket is similar to a regular blanket, but has small weighted material inside it. The blanket is a little heavy and applies a firm consistent pressure to the body that is underneath of it. Weighted blankets come in all sorts of sizes and textures.

Weighted blankets provide proprioceptive and tactile input. This input provides an organizing effect to the central nervous system and stimulate the release of neurotransmitters. This can be very calming and relaxing in general. It’s also why weighted blankets can also be used to relax at any time, not just for sleep.

Virtual Supply List:     

• Material for the outer blanket such as lightweight fleece or close weave polycotton such as bedding (duvets are great for this project).
• Sewing machine (not a mini sewing machine) 
• Basic sewing kit, including scissors, pins and thread. The thread will show on your blanket on the stitching you use to create the pockets which distribute the weight evenly through your blanket so choose a colour that matches or contrasts your material colour
• Aquarium Gravel or Plastic pellets to create the weight for your blanket. These are recommended for blankets and can be washed if needed. 
• Simple food scale for measuring weight. 

Diagnoses and Symptoms:

• Autism

• Sensory Processing Disorder

• ADD/ADHD

• Anxiety

• Sleep difficulties

Virtual attendees will be responsible for obtaining their own supplies (see below). 

In-Person attendees will need to follow our clinic's COVID procedures. Supplies for in-person attendees will be provided. Extra sewing machines are needed if you have one. 

TheraTree contributes to the community by accepting students at the following levels to learn about pediatric therapy and contribute to the organization and Owensboro Community. Learn More...

Fall into Fun with Fall Break Camp! 
Next Dates TBA

Social skills, craft, snack activity, and movement activity

Kids ages 4-12 years of age 

Hosted at TheraTree, LLC 
2605 New Hartford Road 

$125 for all three Days

Our Spring Break camp is a fun and intensive experience where kids get to keep developing their skill set! Check back for upcoming dates. 

How it works: 

Spend a thanksgiving dinner with our therapists and staff! We are so thankful for you and our Owensboro community. We look forward to seeing you next Thanksgiving!