Helping Kids Reach Their Full Potential
Every child deserves to live life to the fullest, and occupational therapy can help them be as functional and independent as possible. Our specialized therapists develop custom treatment plans for each patient based on their unique needs. If you believe your child could benefit from occupational therapy, start by reviewing the checklist below, and contact us to make an appointment.Â
Use this checklist to help determine if your child would benefit from occupational therapy:
0-3 Years Old
- Poor muscle tone
- Difficulty grasping objects with one or both hands
- Delayed motor development- rolling over, crawling, walking
- Dislikes various textures
- Overly active- seeks excessive movement
- Uninterested in age-appropriate toys
3-5 Years Old
- Poor balance and coordination
- Clumsy or unable to navigate environment
- Jumps from one activity to another
- Dislikes various textures
- Picky eater with certain textures/smells
- Dislikes haircuts, nail cutting, bathing, etc
- Uninterested in playground or outdoor activities
- Has sleep difficulties
6-15 Years Old
- Difficulty regulating senses
- Poor attention span & following directions
- Unable to sit in chair for a long period of time
- Clumsy, trips and falls frequently
- Fatigued when engaging in fine motor activity or handwriting
- Poor handwriting (letter spacing, sizing, orientation, formation)
- Difficulty with social interaction and communication with peers
- Has sleep difficulties
- Poor visual perceptual skills
- Takes a longer time learning new skills
- Difficulty with multi-step tasks