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Th Speech Therapy Activities
Mastering the Th sound can be quite a challenge for children learning to speak. This sound, which appears in words like "think" and "this," often becomes a stumbling block due to its unique placement and articulation. For those embarking on a speech therapy journey,...
How Speech Therapy Helps Autism
Speech therapy is a crucial intervention for children with autism, helping them develop essential communication skills. In Australia, speech pathology clinics offer a range of activities and practices tailored to the needs of kids with autism. Understanding how speech...
A Path to Improvement: Transforming Autism in a Child with Effective Interventions
Recent research has highlighted the remarkable potential of lifestyle changes in reversing autism symptoms in children aged 4 years old. This study has brought hope to many families, showcasing how specific interventions can significantly improve the quality of life...
When Should Speech Therapy Start?
Speech therapy is an essential service for children who exhibit speech and language delays. Determining the right time to start speech therapy can significantly impact a child's communication skills and overall development. Early intervention is often recommended, but...
Basic Functional Play Activity Examples for Kids
Occupational therapy (OT) is a crucial component in promoting the development and well-being of children. In Australia, occupational therapy groups for kids focus on enhancing their functional skills through structured play activities. These activities are designed to...
What are Functional Activities in Occupational Therapy
Occupational therapy is a diverse and dynamic field that plays a crucial role in helping individuals regain and maintain their ability to perform daily activities. One of the core components of occupational therapy is functional activities, which are designed to...
What is Group Therapy for Kids
Group therapy for children offers a structured environment where kids can learn and grow alongside their peers. It is a form of psychological therapy that is particularly effective for children who are dealing with various challenges. This includes those who might...
World Autism Awareness Day
Every year on April 2, the global community comes together to observe World Autism Awareness Day, a pivotal moment dedicated to increasing awareness and fostering understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This day symbolizes a collective effort to enhance the...
How does occupational therapy help sensory processing?
Enhancing Sensory Processing through Occupational Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide In the realm of therapeutic interventions, occupational therapy (OT) emerges as a pivotal resource for individuals experiencing challenges in sensory processing. This specialized approach...
Occupational Therapy Autism Goals
Children with autism often face unique challenges in navigating their daily lives. Occupational therapy (OT) offers a pathway to improve their ability to perform everyday tasks. By focusing on enhancing sensory processing, communication skills, and motor skills, OT...
Speech Therapy for 5 Year Olds
Speech development is a pivotal stage in every child's life, with its nuances shaping not only their capacity to articulate thoughts but also their ability to communicate effectively with peers, influencing their success in academic settings. This underscores the...
Speech Therapy Activities
Even minor speech impediments in children, such as a slight lisp, can hinder effective communication, learning, and lead to self-esteem issues. While it's tempting to leave the heavy lifting to speech therapists, without at-home practice, even the most fruitful...
How does Occupational Therapy Helps Behaviour
Today's children, irrespective of their enrolment in schools, are expected to set goals that align with their capabilities and achieve them by overcoming both objective and subjective difficulties. The Therapy, in turn, creates conditions for the comprehensive...
Handwriting Practice Tips for Kids
The art of handwriting is a crucial skill for children, setting the stage for effective communication throughout their lives. For 5-year-old kids, who are at a vibrant age of learning and exploration, handwriting opens up a world of expression and academic...
Saturday Social Group
Group Therapy Details 90min group Saturdays at 8.45am fortnightly 6-9 years old This group will help teach your child key social skills for Primary School, including: Collaborating and negotiating during games How to read social situations and cues Choosing...
Brick Masters Group
Group Therapy Details 6-9 years old Social Skills practise while building Lego projects 3 clients per group or multiple groups of 3 in a session Each child has a dedicated role: Parts Finder, Builder, and Engineer 45min group Mondays at 4pm fortnightly What we focus...
Fun With Friends Group
Group Therapy Details 10-13 years old (Late primary school) 5-session program Thursday fortnightly at 4pm 1 hour In sessions we will share, discuss, debate and collaborate on all things games! Each week will cover a different theme: e.g. Pokémon, Minecraft, LEGO,...
Community Chatter Group
Group Therapy Details Ages 10 and up Wednesdays 4.15pm for 1hr Location: Crave Restaurant Boronia Out in the community building on community and recreational skills Meeting in a café or elsewhere in the community Works on social skills with individuals in the...
Happy Kids Playgroup
Group Therapy Details 60min facilitated playgroup Ages 2-4 Mondays & Wednesdays during school term 10.15am-11.15am Parent education is provided in the session. Parents and guardians are invited to stay and participate Different theme each week – e.g. animals, the...
How does speech therapy help child
The journey towards effective communication can be both challenging and rewarding. Speech therapy, with its innovative techniques, plays a pivotal role in helping children overcome communication barriers. For parents seeking to support their child's development,...
How Occupational Therapy Helps Mental Health
Occupational therapy plays a pivotal role in enhancing mental health. This comprehensive guide explores how occupational therapists aid individuals in overcoming mental health challenges, focusing on patient-centered approaches and evidence-based practices. What is...
Speech Therapy for Kids
Speech therapy looks at a child's communication development from birth and how they can be best supported as they are growing. Communication can be about speech (production of sounds), language (speaking and understanding language) socialisation skills (e.g. body...
What Do Occupational Therapists Help With
As a parent, you're dedicated to ensuring your child's optimal development. Occupational Therapy (OT) is a transformative resource that addresses vital developmental domains such as fine and gross motor skills, executive functioning, self-care, emotional regulation,...
Christmas Groups
Come and try a group session in December! New Clients Welcome! The booking an initial Meet & Greet before you join is necessary. Click here to register or contact us (a 1:1 initial session is needed for new clients prior to the group session). WHERE: Level 2, 252...
Holiday Friendship Group
Come and try a group session in January 2024! A group that explores sound, sight, touch and movement. Two hour Occupational therapy and Speech Pathology activity group WHERE: Level 2, 252 Dorset Rd Boronia BRING: A water bottle & your favourite card or board game! Who...
Little Explorers
Come and try a group session in 2024! A group that explores sound, sight, touch and movement. Two hour Occupational therapy and Speech Pathology activity group WHERE: Level 2, 252 Dorset Rd Boronia BRING: A water bottle & small snack (no nuts) Not sure if your child...
Sensory Quest
Come and try a group session in January 2024! 45-min Occupational Therapy & Speech Pathology activity group WHERE: Level 2, 252 Dorset Rd Boronia Who can attend? Children aged 4 - 15 y.o. who require 1-1 support in social situations and with communication. Non-verbal...
Sensory Adventure
Come and try a group session A group that explores sound, sight, touch and movement. One hour Occupational Therapy & Speech Pathology activity group. WHERE: Level 2, 252 Dorset Rd Boronia BRING: A water bottle Not sure if your child will be OK in a group? The group...
What to Expect from Occupational Therapy
When it comes to supporting the growth and development of children, occupational therapy (OT) sessions serve as essential tools for building a strong foundation in various life skills. Innovative techniques in occupational therapy, combined with the expertise of...
Occupational Therapy at Home
Occupational therapy plays a vital role in enhancing the developmental skills of children, particularly in the comfort and safety of home. At Happy Chatter Team, we understand the importance of providing engaging and beneficial activities that can be easily integrated...
Exploring the Impact of Occupational Therapy in Children’s Lives
Occupational therapy (OT) plays a pivotal role in assisting children's development, particularly in their early years, a crucial period for brain development. Unfortunately, some children face developmental delays, hindering their ability to mature at the same rate as...
Happy Chatter’s 5th Birthday
At Happy Chatter, we are driven by a deep commitment to providing our customers with opportunities to interact, socialise and actively participate in our vibrant community. We want to share with you how we have achieved significant growth and development through a few...
Occupational Therapy Activities for 3-5 Year Olds at Home
As parents, we are always in search of ways to help our little ones grow and learn, nurturing their curiosity and helping them develop essential skills for life. One proven method to foster cognitive and physical development in children between the ages of 3-5 is...
What can occupational therapy help with
Occupational therapy is a vital resource in paediatric healthcare, helping children who face difficulties in daily activities due to physical, developmental or sensory challenges. Occupational therapy helps with a variety of developmental and growth difficulties, but...
How can occupational therapy help autism
If you are a parent of a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or suspect that your child may be on the spectrum, it is important to understand the challenges they face and the resources available to help them. Children with autism often have difficulty...
6 Speech therapy tips: how to help your child speak, read and write well
1. What Does a Speech-Language Pathologist Do? Parents often perceive speech-language therapy as solely helping a child articulate challenging sounds. However, a speech-language pathologist's role is broader, encompassing the entire speech system's development. This...
Language and Literacy Development Books for Children from Birth to 3 Years Old
In the realm of early childhood development, a Speech Pathologist recognizes the immense value of children's books. During the crucial period from birth to age three, neurological development takes on a rapid pace, setting the foundation for future learning....
The transformative power of Occupational Therapy
One of the modern methods of rehabilitation is occupational therapy. Broadly speaking, this means 'occupational therapy' or occupation therapy', the treatment of individuals with disabilities through the selection of a particular occupation in order to restore or...
Occupational therapy as a rehabilitative practice
Occupational therapy is therapy with daily activities as a form of professional social work, which exists in most countries of the world and occupies an important place in the team of specialists in social work, health care and education. Occupational therapy is an...
Motor Skills Madness
Group Therapy Details This group targets motor skills needed for school participation! Facilitated by our Occupational Therapists. 4-5 years old Social Skills practise while building Lego projects 3 clients per group or multiple groups of 3 in a session Each child has...