The Warren Center Therapists’ Guide to Great Books for Speech and Language Development For many children, gathering around for story time is one of the top childhood memories. Children love hearing the reader describe magical lands and the excitement of discovering colorful illustrations with the turn of every page. For parents, teachers, and caregivers, story time is a great way to settle down from busy activities and a means of boosting future literacy. But did […]
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Raising a child with a disability requires parents to learn about and deal with multiple specialists, various healthcare systems, and increased expenses that most parents don’t normally encounter. Learning about the disability, providing daily care, choosing treatment options, managing a complicated medical system, managing healthcare costs, advocating for special needs schooling and coupled with caring for the needs of other family members can cause strains to any marriage. “Having a child with a disability brings […]
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There is no one that makes Conner laugh and smile more than his sister Kylie. You will hear the sounds of his giggles even on the most challenging days, and there have been many challenging days for Conner. He was born with the umbilical cord wrapped around his neck, not making any sounds. The nurses worked to get him breathing and then rushed him to the newborn intensive care unit (NICU). It was more than […]
Read More →Sensory-Friendly Tips for the Holiday Season
While most children find the winter holiday season to be exciting and joyful, many special needs kids struggle this time of year. The lights, sounds, and crowds can be overwhelming for kids with developmental delays and disabilities. The experts at The Warren Center have found ways to control the chaos to create an experience that is fun for the whole family at their annual Operation Santa event. The experts at The Warren Center recommend the […]
Read More →The Warren Center Therapists’ Guide to Great Toys for Developmental Stages
We get it. Buying Christmas presents for your children can feel like the ultimate challenge. Along with wish-list toys and name-brand gadgets, children often desire the types of toys that are popular among peers and friends. Rather than just picking out the latest gimmick, you want a toy that is both interesting enough to keep your child actively engaged and practical enough to teach them valuable skills during play. If you are feeling stumped about […]
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