The OT Park blog
Practical articles from our therapists on sensory play, milestones, routines, school and family life.

IEE OT Park Guide to Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE)
Empowering families. Supporting children. Aligning assessments with meaningful OT-goals. What is IEE? An Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) is an evaluation conducted by a qualified…

Feeding Therapy at OT Park: How We Can Help
Is your child an extremely picky eater? Do they gag, tantrum, or refuse to eat during meals? Do they have trouble swallowing, choke while…

What are Child’s Occupations? & How OT Park Nurtures Growth Through Play and Therapy
When we think about the term “occupation,” we often associate it with jobs or careers. However, for children, their occupations revolve around activities that…

Tele-Health FAQs
What is Virtual OT and Speech Therapy? Virtual Occupational Therapy (OT) and Speech Therapy (SLP) are live, online therapy sessions conducted by licensed pediatric…

“Is OT Too much?
Recently I had a client who wanted to get a discharge from the OT services by saying the child is going to school and…

What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a detailed invoice used in medical practices to communicate the services provided to a patient and the corresponding charges for those…

The Crucial Role of Individualized Educational Evaluation (IEE) in Promoting Holistic Student Development
Education is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. Every child possesses unique abilities, challenges, and potential waiting to be unlocked. Recognizing this diversity, educators, occupational therapists,…

Intensive Occupational Therapy Sessions
WHY do we recommend this summer? Read our TOP 7 reasons in this blog: Intensive OT sessions play a crucial role in supporting the…

Household chores for Kids: An OT Perspective
As an occupational therapist, I often emphasize the importance of engaging children in household chores as a means of developing their skills and enhancing…

Sensory Diet
A sensory diet is a personalized program of sensory activities that is designed to meet the specific needs of an individual. A sensory diet…
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