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Researchers Suggest Pathway to Reverse the Genetic Defect of Friedreich’s Ataxia

January 6, 2020

10 January 2020, News, Newsletter, OT, PT

[Source: Medical X-Press] Scientists at Tufts University have identified a molecular mechanism that could reverse the genetic defect responsible for Friedreich’s ataxia, a neurodegenerative disease that leaves its victims with difficulty walking, a loss of sensation in the arms and legs and…...

December 24, 2019

27 December 2019, Job, Newsletter, School Psych

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Are you looking to work full time as a School Psychologist for the rest of the school year? We have a need for a School Psychologist to work near the Evergreen Park area…...

December 24, 2019

27 December 2019, Book, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

[Source: Play on Words.com] This winter just never seems to end (we’re home AGAIN with schools closed and this beautiful fluffy stuff coming down all day), so the opportunity is ripe for a story about snow! I love Splat the Cat books…...

December 24, 2019

27 December 2019, Article, Newsletter, OT

by Dr. Anne Zachry OTR/L Picking out the appropriate clothing for a child can be a challenge, especially for those who have can difficulty understanding cold vs. hot and rainy vs. sunny. A student that I see for therapy uses this nifty…...

Paper Plate Noise Maker for New Year’s

December 23, 2019

27 December 2019, Fine Motor Skills, Newsletter, OT, Tip or Resource

[Source: Kix Cereal] Shake things up at celebrations with a fun, easy paper plate noisemaker you can personalize for the occasion! Whether it’s a family gathering (complete with all-generation dance party) or the New Year’s countdown, these inexpensive party favors are great…...

December 23, 2019

27 December 2019, Newsletter, Tip or Resource

Q-Tip Fireworks! [Source: BusyBeeKidsCrafts.com] – Cut your Q Tips in various sizes. You can actually break them off pretty easily with your hands. Put some water in a small container and add food coloring (6-8 drops is good). Dip your swabs in…...

December 23, 2019

27 December 2019, Down Syndrome, News, Newsletter

[Source: Disability Scoop] From Siri to Alexa, voice assistants are everywhere, but the technology tends to miss every third word that people with Down syndrome say. Now a new effort is underway to change that. Google is partnering with the Canadian Down…...

December 23, 2019

27 December 2019, News of the Week, Newsletter, Special Education

[Source: Education Week] The bill funding the U.S. Department of Education signed by President Donald Trump on Friday marks the third straight time he has unsuccessfully sought to cut the department’s overall budget. The fiscal 2020 spending bill Trump just signed provides $72.8…...

December 20, 2019

20 December 2019, Newsletter, Social Worker

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Opportunity for a School Social Worker, full-time position for a two-month leave, this position could lead to a longer contract if desired. * Position begins in January and runs for two months…...

December 19, 2019

20 December 2019, Job, Newsletter, PT

Call Today at 866-733-4278 or text us at 662-524-9099 Ready to start a rewarding new position? We have a brand new opportunity for a pediatric PT to serve a 100% home health population in desirable Austin, TX. Caseload can be catered…...