Blog: Resources, tips, & materials to help you and your children.
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Brushing Teeth: A Social Story
Help your child learn how to brush their teeth with this fun, step-by-step visual social story to show them how. We have included simple graphics so as not to overwhelm. Available for free download here: Love & Co. Therapeutic Interventions referrals@loveandcompanytherapies.com☎ 1 (941) 557-3881☎ 1 (941) 264-8641 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! If you like our…
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Taking A Shower: A Social Story
Sometimes kids need visuals to help them with routines. This week, one of our favorite little monsters is here to help us with the routine of taking a shower. Download our free social story here: Love & Co. Therapeutic Interventions referrals@loveandcompanytherapies.com☎ 1 (941) 557-3881☎ 1 (941) 264-8641 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! If you like our…
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Using The Potty: A Social Story
Using the potty is a big step and a very important part of growing up! Everyone learns to use the potty at their own pace, and it’s okay to take your time. In this story, we’ll learn about how to use the potty, what to do when you need to go, and why it’s something…
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Going Back to School Social Story
Going back to school can cause anxiety for some children, especially after a long break or during transitions to new classes or schools. Understanding this, we’ve created a social story to help ease this transition and support students in feeling more comfortable and confident as they head back to school. We believe with the right…
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Starting A New School Year
For parents of children with special needs, the beginning of a new school year brings unique challenges and achievements. Transitioning back to school is exciting, but it can also cause anxiety and uncertainty for some children. With careful planning, open communication, and collaboration, you can help create a smooth transition for a successful school year.…
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Keeping Children Who Elope Safe
Elopement, or wandering away from a safe environment, is a significant safety concern, especially for children with autism. Here are some strategies to enhance water safety and prevent elopement. Strategies for Preventing Elopement: Secure the Environment: – Install locks, alarms, and fences around pools, ponds, and other water bodies. – Use door and…
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Water Safety
Water safety for children with special needs is crucial because they often face unique challenges and vulnerabilities that require careful planning and consideration in aquatic environments. These children may have sensory sensitivities, limited mobility, or difficulties with communication, which can impact their ability to navigate water safely. It’s essential to provide constant supervision by a…
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Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
ARFID stands for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. It is a feeding and eating disorder characterized by a persistent disturbance in eating or feeding that results in significant weight loss, nutritional deficiency, reliance on nutritional supplements, or interference with psychosocial functioning. Unlike other eating disorders like anorexia nervosa, ARFID is not driven by body image concerns…
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Fourth of July Social Story
Fireworks can be scary! We created a social story to help your child know what they can expect to hopefully help ease some anxiety about the 4th of July, this year. Download here: Love & Co. Therapeutic Interventions referrals@loveandcompanytherapies.com☎ 1 (941) 557-3881☎ 1 (941) 264-8641 Follow us on Facebook and Instagram! If you like our resources, please…
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Ideas For Summer Learning
Learning through play is a powerful and engaging educational approach that helps children develop essential skills while having fun. Various forms of play, such as pretend play, sensory play, building with construction sets, playing games, and engaging in creative arts, each offer unique opportunities for cognitive, social, and physical development. Our summer learning guide explores…
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