When you search for animal therapy for children with special needs, you'll find pages of results about horses and dogs. But if your child is sensory-sensitive, physically fragile, or terrified of large animals, those aren't the only options, and they're not always the best ones. Animal therapy includes work with cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, and even dolphins. The animal matters less than the match between what your child needs and what a program offers. Before you commit to a program, you need to understand what kind of intervention you're signing up for, what credentials the practitioner should have, and which conditions respond best to which animals. This guide covers the full range. What Animal-Assisted Therapy Means. The term "animal-assisted therapy" gets used for everything from certified clinical interventions to informal pet visitation programs. Those are not the same thing, and the difference matters when you're paying for services or expecting specific outcomes. Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) is a clinical intervention delivered by a credentialed therapist, which includes occupational therapist, physical therapist, speech-language pathologist, psychologist, or counselor, who incorporates a trained animal into treatment sessions. The animal is part of the therapeutic plan. Goals are documented. Progress is measured. This is healthcare, not enrichment. Animal-Assisted Activities (AAA) are less structured. A trained animal visits a school, hospital, or care facility to provide comfort and social interaction. There's no individualized treatment plan. The handler may be a volunteer. The goal is quality of life, not measurable clinical improvement. Animal-Assisted...

Guide to animal therapy options: dogs, horses, cats, rabbits, and more. AAT vs AAA, credentials to verify, and how to find programs.

Animal-Assisted Therapy for Special Needs Children: A Parent's Guide to All Your Options

When you search for animal therapy for children with special needs, you'll find pages of results about horses and dogs. But if your child is sensory-sensitive, physically fragile, or terrified of large animals, those aren't the only options, and they're not always the best ones. Animal therapy includes work with cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, and even dolphins. The animal matters less than the match between what your child needs and what a program offers. Before you commit to a program, you need to understand what kind of intervention you're signing up for, what credentials the practitioner should have, and which conditions respond best to which animals. This guide covers the full range. What Animal-Assisted Therapy Means. The term "animal-assisted therapy" gets used for everything from certified clinical interventions to informal pet visitation programs. Those are not the same thing, and the difference matters when you're paying for services or expecting specific outcomes.  Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) is a clinical intervention delivered by a credentialed therapist, which includes occupational therapist, physical therapist, speech-language pathologist, psychologist, or counselor, who incorporates a trained animal into treatment sessions. The animal is part of the therapeutic plan. Goals are documented. Progress is measured. This is healthcare, not enrichment.  Animal-Assisted Activities (AAA) are less structured. A trained animal visits a school, hospital, or care facility to provide comfort and social interaction. There's no individualized treatment plan. The handler may be a volunteer. The goal is quality of life, not measurable clinical improvement.  Animal-Assisted...

We spoke about afterschool enrichment programs last month and now I'd like to discuss curriculum based programs that may be included in a child's IEP. As previously discussed; enrichment programs are a great way to introduce your child to the martial arts while become more social with other children. We all know the key to a successful program is consistency and structure; therefore, having it during the school day is extremely beneficial. I notice the children I teach in schools have a different outlook on training than those that attend my studio after school. The children in school love and look forward to the change during the school day, while those attending my studio after school dread leaving their comfortable couch, play dates or bowl of chips! So what's the answer? Is there a better way? There is always a better way but it's not always the best fit for your child. Then again, that's why martial arts are really good — we adapt to every situation and continue to do so. If you have an opportunity to attend a martial arts studio on a regular basis then that's my initial suggestion. If you can't then read the many benefits a strong program can bring to your child during their normal day. So let's see how children can benefit from a program included in their IEP! Better regulation during the school day Increased focus during school hours...

Discussing the inclusion of karate in a child's IEP for school-based benefits like focus, exercise, and behavior improvement.

Is Karate in Your Child's IEP?

 We spoke about afterschool enrichment programs last month and now I'd like to discuss curriculum based programs that may be included in a child's IEP.   As previously discussed; enrichment programs are a great way to introduce your child to the martial arts while become more social with other children. We all know the key to a successful program is consistency and structure; therefore, having it during the school day is extremely beneficial.    I notice the children I teach in schools have a different outlook on training than those that attend my studio after school. The children in school love and look forward to the change during the school day, while those attending my studio after school dread leaving their comfortable couch, play dates or bowl of chips! So what's the answer? Is there a better way? There is always a better way but it's not always the best fit for your child. Then again, that's why martial arts are really good — we adapt to every situation and continue to do so. If you have an opportunity to attend a martial arts studio on a regular basis then that's my initial suggestion. If you can't then read the many benefits a strong program can bring to your child during their normal day.   So let's see how children can benefit from a program included in their IEP!    Better regulation during the school day   Increased focus during school hours...

Parents of children with special needs often face a great challenge in finding afterschool, camp, and weekend recreational programs for their children. Most community-based programs are not designed to accommodate children with special needs. Yet extracurricular programs that promote socialization, friendship building, and other enrichment opportunities can be of great benefit to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. According to one parent, "I looked everywhere for an after-school program for my son with autism. I found programs that would accept him, but they weren't right. Finally, I found Kids Like Me." The Help Group's Kids Like Me Program offers day camps, after-school clubs and classes, social skills groups, and activities throughout the year designed specifically for children with ASD and other developmental disabili- ties. With a highly trained staff, Kids Like Me provides structured, supportive environments that enable children with special needs to grow and learn while having fun. The program includes field trips and recreational activities like games, art projects, and music performances. Kids Like Me promotes positive peer interaction, and many parents report that it's the first time they've seen their children play with other kids. As Program Coordinator Nicole Webb describes, "Kids Like Me facilitates new ways for children to learn how to make meaningful friendships." Furthermore, "the children's curriculum for each component of Kids LikeMe is specific to the needs of the children who participate." As Kids Like Me demonstrates, it is possible to find an outstanding enrichment program customized for children...

Enrichment programs like 'Kids Like Me' benefit children with autism by promoting social skills through fun, specialized activities.

Enrichment Programs Make a Real Difference for Young People with Autism and Other Special Needs

Parents of children with special needs often face a great challenge in finding afterschool, camp, and weekend recreational programs for their children. Most community-based programs are not designed to accommodate children with special needs. Yet extracurricular programs that promote socialization, friendship building, and other enrichment opportunities can be of great benefit to children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. According to one parent, "I looked everywhere for an after-school program for my son with autism. I found programs that would accept him, but they weren't right. Finally, I found Kids Like Me." The Help Group's Kids Like Me Program offers day camps, after-school clubs and classes, social skills groups, and activities throughout the year designed specifically for children with ASD and other developmental disabili- ties. With a highly trained staff, Kids Like Me provides structured, supportive environments that enable children with special needs to grow and learn while having fun. The program includes field trips and recreational activities like games, art projects, and music performances. Kids Like Me promotes positive peer interaction, and many parents report that it's the first time they've seen their children play with other kids. As Program Coordinator Nicole Webb describes, "Kids Like Me facilitates new ways for children to learn how to make meaningful friendships." Furthermore, "the children's curriculum for each component of Kids LikeMe is specific to the needs of the children who participate." As Kids Like Me demonstrates, it is possible to find an outstanding enrichment program customized for children...

Enrichment programs like 'Kids Like Me' benefit children with autism by promoting social skills through fun, specialized activities.

Enrichment Programs Make a Real Difference for Young People with Autism and Other Special Needs

Parents of children with special needs often face a great challenge in finding after-school, camp, and weekend recreational programs for their children. Most community based programs are not designed to accommodate children with special needs. Yet extracurricular programs that promote socialization, friendship building, and other enrichment opportunities can be of great benefit to children with autism spec- trum disorders (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. According to one parent, "I looked everywhere for an after-school program for my son with autism. I found programs that would accept him, but they weren't right. Finally, I found Kids Like Me." The Help Group's Kids Like Me Program offers day camps, after-school clubs and classes, social skills groups, and activities throughout the year designed specifically for children with ASD and other developmental disabilities. With a highly trained staff, Kids Like Me provides structured, supportive environments that enable children with special needs to grow and learn while having fun. The program includes field trips and recreational activities like games, art projects, and music performances. Kids Like Me promotes positive peer interaction, and many parents report that it's the first time they've seen their children play with other kids. As Program Coordinator Nicole Webb describes, "Kids Like Me facilitates new ways for children to learn how to make meaningful friendships." Furthermore, "the children's curriculum for each component of Kids Like Me is specific to the needs of the children who participate." As Kids Like Me demonstrates, it is possible to find an outstanding enrichment program customized...

The Help Group's Kids Like Me program provides extracurricular activities tailored for kids with ASD, promoting social skills and fun.

Enrichment Programs Make a Real Difference

Parents of children with special needs often face a great challenge in finding after-school, camp, and weekend recreational programs for their children. Most community based programs are not designed to accommodate children with special needs. Yet extracurricular programs that promote socialization, friendship building, and other enrichment opportunities can be of great benefit to children with autism spec- trum disorders (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. According to one parent, "I looked everywhere for an after-school program for my son with autism. I found programs that would accept him, but they weren't right. Finally, I found Kids Like Me." The Help Group's Kids Like Me Program offers day camps, after-school clubs and classes, social skills groups, and activities throughout the year designed specifically for children with ASD and other developmental disabilities. With a highly trained staff, Kids Like Me provides structured, supportive environments that enable children with special needs to grow and learn while having fun. The program includes field trips and recreational activities like games, art projects, and music performances. Kids Like Me promotes positive peer interaction, and many parents report that it's the first time they've seen their children play with other kids. As Program Coordinator Nicole Webb describes, "Kids Like Me facilitates new ways for children to learn how to make meaningful friendships." Furthermore, "the children's curriculum for each component of Kids Like Me is specific to the needs of the children who participate." As Kids Like Me demonstrates, it is possible to find an outstanding enrichment program customized...

Enrichment Programs Make a Real Difference

Today I'd like to bring your attention to martial arts programs that may be available to your child during their day before they even get home! For many years schools have offered enrichment programs for children after school. Many of these programs provide extra-curricular activities for a small fee and in many cases for free. The nice thing about these programs is the child never leaves the school and continues in a familiar environment. In addition, parents having difficulty picking up their child after school now have an educational and inexpensive alternative to childcare. Contact your school and ask if there is a martial arts program available after school for your child because this is a great way to introduce the arts to your child in a familiar environment. Where better to have a class than with your child's friends and classmates in a building where they feel at ease. There is another option for many parents, though, and that's a program built right into your school's curriculum and included in your child's IEP. Does your school offer a martial arts program during the school day, maybe once per week? Martial arts programs are extremely beneficial during a child's school day because it lessens transitioning issues because there is no change in routine. These programs are normally done the entire school year and are included in their individualized education program (IEP). The benefits of a school-based program far exceeds those of enrichment programs, and in many cases training...

Schools may offer martial arts programs during the day, benefiting kids with familiar settings, IEP inclusion, and better focus.

School-Based Programs

Today I'd like to bring your attention to martial arts programs that may be available to your child during their day before they even get home! For many years schools have offered enrichment programs for children after school. Many of these programs provide extra-curricular activities for a small fee and in many cases for free. The nice thing about these programs is the child never leaves the school and continues in a familiar environment. In addition, parents having difficulty picking up their child after school now have an educational and inexpensive alternative to childcare. Contact your school and ask if there is a martial arts program available after school for your child because this is a great way to introduce the arts to your child in a familiar environment. Where better to have a class than with your child's friends and classmates in a building where they feel at ease.  There is another option for many parents, though, and that's a program built right into your school's curriculum and included in your child's IEP. Does your school offer a martial arts program during the school day, maybe once per week? Martial arts programs are extremely beneficial during a child's school day because it lessens transitioning issues because there is no change in routine. These programs are normally done the entire school year and are included in their individualized education program (IEP).  The benefits of a school-based program far exceeds those of enrichment programs, and in many cases training...

School Based Programs Revisited My last article spoke briefly about afterschool enrichment programs as well as curriculum based programs during the school day. I'd like to discuss more about afterschool enrichment programs this month and next month cover curriculum based programs that are included in a child's IEP. Enrichment programs are a great way to introduce your child to the martial arts while become more social with other children. Look for the following if you are considering such a program for your child: Sign up for programs that spell out the instructor and their affiliated studio. If the instructor is not affiliated with a local studio then my suggestion is to stay away because this could be a problem down the road. Ask if the instructor has a special needs background Ask if the instructor has a class for your child if they choose to continue later What is the make-up of the group? Is it an inclusion class? How many are in the class and are there assistants? Will the instructor be the same throughout the entire block of sessions? Ask if the instructor is "qualified" to teach by the State. The County and FBI run a thorough background search which is mandatory for anyone in contact with children in the school systems, even bus drivers. Instructors that go through this process value their program enough...

Consider martial arts after-school programs with qualified instructors and structured classes to boost social skills and self-improvement.

School-Based Martial Arts Programs Revisited

  School Based Programs Revisited    My last article spoke briefly about afterschool enrichment programs as well as curriculum based programs during the school day. I'd like to discuss more about afterschool enrichment programs this month and next month cover curriculum based programs that are included in a child's IEP.   Enrichment programs are a great way to introduce your child to the martial arts while become more social with other children. Look for the following if you are considering such a program for your child:    Sign up for programs that spell out the instructor and their affiliated studio. If the instructor is not affiliated with a local studio then my suggestion is to stay away because this could be a problem down the road.    Ask if the instructor has a special needs background   Ask if the instructor has a class for your child if they choose to continue later   What is the make-up of the group? Is it an inclusion class?   How many are in the class and are there assistants?   Will the instructor be the same throughout the entire block of sessions?   Ask if the instructor is "qualified" to teach by the State. The County and FBI run a thorough background search which is mandatory for anyone in contact with children in the school systems, even bus drivers. Instructors that go through this process value their program enough...

Many parents have heard the phrase "early intervention," but what does it really mean? Early intervention is key to helping prevent or lessen the symptoms of developmental disabilities, such as autism. Early intervention can help children reach their full potential, and parents need to be the first to help their children succeed. Don't wait for a doctor or friend to notice concerns about your child — follow some tips for starting early intervention at home. Play with your baby — interact through games and age-appropriate activities, and make notes of your child's behavior. Enroll in a child enrichment program, such as a music or art class. These classes help the parent or caregiver-child bond and increases social interaction and play. Learn activity ideas from these programs and reinforce them at home. Find motivating contexts for your child — if your child loves to sing and dance, use music and movement activities at home. Consider activities that are age-appropriate. Peek-a-boo, tickling, and raspberries are all acceptable activities for an infant, while toddlers will prefer singing songs or reading books, and preschoolers will enjoy simple games and learning educational concepts. Use functional and appropriate vocabulary. Make a list of words you want your child to know, and start with short phrases that are used daily or will help your child communicate his needs. Through these various activities, you will be able to observe your child's behavior...

Play, enrichment programs, and age-appropriate activities can help parents spot and address early signs of developmental issues.

Early Intervention at Home

 Many parents have heard the phrase "early intervention," but what does it really mean? Early intervention is key to helping prevent or lessen the symptoms of developmental disabilities, such as autism. Early intervention can help children reach their full potential, and parents need to be the first to help their children succeed. Don't wait for a doctor or friend to notice concerns about your child — follow some tips for starting early intervention at home.     Play with your baby — interact through games and age-appropriate activities, and make notes of your child's behavior.   Enroll in a child enrichment program, such as a music or art class. These classes help the parent or caregiver-child bond and increases social interaction and play. Learn activity ideas from these programs and reinforce them at home.   Find motivating contexts for your child — if your child loves to sing and dance, use music and movement activities at home.   Consider activities that are age-appropriate. Peek-a-boo, tickling, and raspberries are all acceptable activities for an infant, while toddlers will prefer singing songs or reading books, and preschoolers will enjoy simple games and learning educational concepts.   Use functional and appropriate vocabulary. Make a list of words you want your child to know, and start with short phrases that are used daily or will help your child communicate his needs.    Through these various activities, you will be able to observe your child's behavior...

Play, enrichment programs, and age-appropriate activities can help parents spot and address early signs of developmental issues.

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