Helping Your Child Communicate
Did you know that you can help a child build communication skills without saying a word?
A Day in the Life: ChildServe Nurses
ChildServe nurses love helping children with special healthcare needs live a great life! What’s it like to be a nurse at ChildServe? See for yourself:
Back to School Tips for Kids with Special Healthcare Needs
A few years ago, when summer was coming to a close, my son prepared to go back to elementary school.
Concussion Recovery: Baseline Screenings Make a Big Impact
Concussions turn life upside down for kids and families. ChildServe’s Concussion Clinic can help.
Mental Health Matters
If your child had a broken leg, you would recognize it and take them somewhere for help.
So why, if your child has a behavioral or mental health concern, would you wait to ask for help?
Autism Acceptance: Tackling the Grocery Store
In ChildServe’s Autism Program, we get to hear about life’s ups and downs from the families we serve. One thing that comes up often is the dreaded trip to the grocery store. For many families, a quick trip to the store is part of a weekly routine. For parents of kids with autism, it can feel overwhelming and full of challenges. Read our a list of tips to help parents of kids with autism face trips to the grocery store (or any public place) more confidently.
What Can a Support Group Do for You?
When my son was newly diagnosed with autism about a decade ago, I couldn’t fathom going to a support group. I thought it would be too overwhelming, or that hearing stories from other parents would make me insecure about my own parenting abilities.
Keeping Kids Active in the Winter
As a mom and a physical therapist, I’m passionate about helping kids explore, stay active, and access their world. Movement plays a special role in developing a child’s cognitive and motor skills.
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