Tag: community outing

  • Fourth of July Social Story

    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…

  • Ideas for Summer Fun

    Summer is here! We have put together a list of things for kids to do around Polk County this summer. If you have any other ideas, please share and we will add them to our list! Bonnet Springs Park Bonnet Springs Park and United Way of Central Florida have joined forces to provide FREE nutritious…

  • Transitioning to Summer

    Transitioning to Summer

    Create a schedule Children may have difficulty adapting to schedule changes, so it’s helpful to create a summer schedule. Visual schedules can help keep children informed of new routines and reduce anxiety. A schedule for children can help provide structure, keep them engaged, and ensure a balance between learning, fun, and relaxation. Here’s a sample…

  • Community Outing: Grocery Store

    Community Outing: Grocery Store

    The grocery store may be a common activity for some, but for others, it can be an overwhelming experience. There are so many sights, sounds, and smells going on around us. These can cause some stress and anxiety, but let’s turn this experience into a positive one with some helpful tips and a little preparation.…

  • Community Outings

    Community Outings

    The Benefits of Community Outings Community outings are a wonderful opportunity for children and adults with autism, down syndrome, ADHD, Fragile X, anxiety, and other exceptionalities to get a chance to practice essential life skills. Just some of the benefits of these trips are socialization, communication, physical awareness, and transferring skills in the real world.…