What is Remediation?

By: Nicole Beurkens, M.Ed.
The word “remediation” is very important in the work my colleagues and I do with families affected by autism and other neuro-developmental disabilities, but it is a word that is unfamiliar to many people. I thought I would take a moment this week to talk about what remediation means in general, and [...]

Learning to Think: Part One – All Students Can Learn to be Mindful

By: Courtney Kowalczyk, M.Ed.
Summer is quickly coming to an end, and school has begun for many children. School buses are busily picking up students and dropping them off during the morning and evening commutes. With the beginning of a new school year, I thought it would be helpful to look into the realm of education [...]

A Journey Through Infant Development: The Fourth Month

By: Michelle VanderHeide, BSW
It’s already been four months since our little man joined our family, and I can’t remember life without him. He has been such a joy to have in our family. When I was pregnant and thought about what it would be like, I couldn’t imagine a baby being added to our already [...]

Communication is Dynamic

By: Erin Roon, MA CCC-SLP
Communication is a dynamic process.  It goes way beyond the words we say.  Many people interchange the words communication, language, and speech; but these terms are not synonymous.  Speech refers to the actual words or sounds that are coming from your mouth.  Language is the grammar, meaning and ability to use [...]

Back to School: How to Strive and Thrive During the Transition

By: Courtney Kowalczyk, M.Ed.
Summer is almost over, and we will soon be seeing the flashing lights of school buses during the morning and afternoon commutes. Now that August has arrived and the summer is quickly coming to an end, it is time for parents to begin thinking about getting ready for school. Gearing up for [...]