Tag: children
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Educating Families on Sensory-Friendly Holiday Modifications: An OT’s Clinical Approach
November brings increased requests from families seeking strategies to help children with autism, sensory processing disorders, and other neurodivergent abilities navigate holiday celebrations. As occupational therapists, we can guide families in implementing evidence-based environmental modifications and sensory strategies that reduce overwhelm while maintaining meaningful participation. Clinical Assessment of Holiday Sensory Challenges During sessions preceding holidays,…
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Family Dynamics and Home Modifications: Navigating Resistance and Role Reversals During Holiday Visits
The text message arrived the week after Thanksgiving: “I saw Mom this weekend. She’s not okay. The house is a mess, she’s barely eating, and she almost fell right in front of me. I’ve been telling her for months she needs help but she won’t listen. Can you see her?” This scenario plays out in…
The Home Accessibility Therapist LLC 