Helping Families Through Changes: Resource Page by Teresa Rodriguez

By Karen Rostoker-Gruber

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-09-12 00:25:25 UTC

https://www.karenrostoker-gruber.com/
You Tube Video of Book Reading in Sign Language:
https://youtu.be/HW4OtAcBeMc

Karen Rostoker-Gruber is a multi-award-winning author of many picture books with hundreds of thousands of copies sold. Rooster Can't Cock-a-Doodle-Doo (Dial 2004) and Bandit were both International Reading Association Children's Book Council Children's Choices Award recipients; three of her books, Rooster Can't Cock-a-Doodle-Doo (in 2005), Bandit (in 2009), and Ferret Fun (in 2012) were all chosen for the 100 Best Children's Books in the Bureau of Education and Research's Best of the Year Handbook. Rooster Can't Cock-a-Doodle-Doo and Ferret Fun were nominated for the Missouri Show Me Award; and Rooster Can't Cock-a-Doodle-Doo was a Dollywood Foundation selection two years in a row (in 2007 the Dollywood Foundation bought 73,579 copies and in 2008 it bought 88,996 copies). Her latest books Happy Birthday, Trees (KarBen) and A Crowded Farmhouse Folktale (Whitman) will both be coming out in 2020.

We have partnered with this amazing author to bring you special tools to help improve the way you read a story with your child using Low Tech AAC support, interactive tools, and much more...

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-09-12 00:30:44 UTC

Flashcards
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/FreeDownload/Rooster-Cant-Cock-a-Doodle-Doo-Flashcards-for-Storybook-5142084

Farm Theme Mats
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Farm-Theme-Mats-and-Activities-for-Developing-Fine-Motor-Skills-5464958

Character wheel
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Rooster-Cant-Cock-A-Doodle-Doo-Character-Wheel-5350129

Tree Maps (Animals/Actions)
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Rooster-Cant-Cock-A-Doodle-Doo-Tree-Map-for-Animals-and-Actions-5350109

Tree Map (Animals/Sounds)
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Rooster-Cant-Cock-A-Doodle-Doo-Tree-Map-of-Animals-and-Sounds-5350091

Story Flow Map
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Rooster-Cant-Cock-A-Doodle-Do-Flow-Map-5350063

Communication PECS Board
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Rooster-Cant-Cock-A-Doodle-Doo-CommunicationPECS-board-5349887

Sensory Bin Backdrops
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Rooster-Cant-Cock-A-Doodle-Doo-Sensory-Bin-Backdrops-5291219

Valentine Card
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Valentine-Card-Theme-from-Rooster-Cant-Cock-a-Doodle-Doo-5144905

Child Development & Learning Tools

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-09-12 03:09:57 UTC

Center for Disease Control and Prevention Developmental Milestones
English:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones/index.html
Spanish:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/Spanish/actearly/milestones/index.html
Their milsetones tracker is available in an app and you can download the ages and stages packets in English or Spanish

FREE Downloads about Child Development:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/childdevelopment/freematerials.html

ADHD:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/adhd/materials-multimedia/index.html

Autism Spectrum Disorder:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/materials/index.html

Muscular Dystrophy:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/musculardystrophy/freematerials.html

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/fasd/materials.html

Fragile X Syndrome:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/fxs/freematerials.html

Hearing Loss in Children:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/hearingloss/freematerials.html

Hemophilia:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/hemophilia/freematerials.html

Sickle Cell Disease:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/sicklecell/materials/index.html

Spina Bifida:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/spinabifida/freematerials.html

Tourette Syndrome:
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/tourette/freematerials.html

Ardena Barlett & Son Bringing Hope and Support to Families

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-09-12 03:10:06 UTC

www.parentingblackchildren.org

Ardena Bartlett, MPA & Nonprofit Mgmt Founder & Executive Director

Ms. Bartlett is the founder and director of Parenting Black Children a project of Access Nonprofit Center. She is a proud parent of a son on the Autism Spectrum served by the Regional Center and is well aware of the needs of raising a child with developmental challenges. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Sciences from University of California at Irvine (UCI), she holds a Master’s of Public Administration with a specialization in Nonprofit Management from University of Southern California (USC). Additionally, she serves the local school district’s special education department, volunteers at her church, and sits on the Client Services Committee of the San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center.

Through her struggle of gaining equal access for her child to receive services from community and public education she realized that other parents and caregivers were experiencing the same challenges. She, out of her struggle, challenges and passion to serve – Parenting Black Children was born. She has over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit sector and as the founder of Access Nonprofit Center she has helped visionaries all over the country incorporate their visions into tax-exempt nonprofit organizations. She resides in the San Gabriel Valley with her family and enjoys sharing information and resources to help families make informed decisions.

Axolot Center - Mental Health Counseling Services

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-09-12 03:10:13 UTC

https://axolotcenter.com/
Axolot Center is the current provider/Facilitator supporting the Regional Center in San Gabriel/Pomona with their Navigating the Regional Center Training, while featuring our "Living the Dream" packet in English and Spanish as a tool to help parents begin the conversation to further understand and process the emotions that come with raising an amazing child diagnosed with a developmental disability.

In-N-Out Burger

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-09-12 19:48:53 UTC

Our Family Story Creating a Safe Place in the Community:
We first started going to In N Out in Glendora when my son was around 18 months. He did not like stopping, waiting in line, or having people walk up to the car. He would cry, throw things, and try to get out of his car seat that made it very stressful, emotional, and heartbreaking for me. Sometimes going through a drive through was the only break I had and allowing me to have a bite to eat as I am his primary caretaker and have to watch every move for his safety.

It was this In N Out that was the most patient, caring, and supportive in helping us work through this struggle in training my son to be ok with going through a drive through. I remember the first person that started asking us if we were ok, Alyssa, if there was anything they can do to help. She reassured us that it was ok while encouraging us to continue to go there and we would be treated with respect and care.

I was so happy to hear those words, feel the support, and make a new friend. I am so happy that the person that attended to us in the beginning is still there now and has become part of our family.
This In N Out has a culture that is caring, patient, accepting, and supportive that allows us the opportunity to help my son practice his social emotional development. We show our support and appreciation by making them handmade cards each holiday and letting everyone know that they make a big difference in our lives with their love, patience, and acceptance.

My son is 7 years old now and I cannot imagine a day without going to see one of our friends at either location. We have grown to know many Associates the past 7 years and they have helped me raise my child. There, he learned to make eye contact with others, wear a hat, sip from a straw, order a meal (Wow), use a low tech AAC board as a modified PECs menu of In-N-Out, learned to sit in a restaurant, and learned to go into an establishment to use the restroom that has generalized to many other locations: La Verne, Pomona, Upland, Corona, and home spot always is Glendora. We appreciate all the love and support dear friends.
We are so appreciative of all the workers at In N Out for being part of our everyday experiences and we consider them family. We love you guys and thank you for your service to the community.

The Measured Mom

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-09-22 18:31:22 UTC

https://www.themeasuredmom.com/
The Resources by Anna are amazing and I use them for my child. Click on the link above to view her webpage for a lot of freebies to support the learning of your child whether they are being homeschooled, you are a teacher looking for resources, or just want extra learning tools to support and enhance your child's learning.

Dr. Afshin Aminian, director of the CHOC Children’s Orthopaedic Institute.

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-10-08 18:47:57 UTC

Our Story of Support and Love with CHOC
We came across this provider after a long wait and persistent requests for a 2nd opinion following a neglectful therapy session that lead to a bad fall and a lot of physical problems with my son. Once we FINALLY received the referral to this facility with CHOC, we had to wait to receive all of our past medical records to get our appointment. Once we did get our appointment, I met Nancy, their Amazing Medical Assistant. She was the main contact in helping us coordinate our care that entailed an amazing level of support. She heard me out, listened to our past struggles, the needs we had for an appointment, and the necessary accommodations that we would require to ensure an appropriate assessment was provided to ensure we take the necessary steps to address my son's continued support needs. The team was very nice, addressed his sensory needs well, and we were able to actually complete a full assessment and review of care. They even referred us to the most appropriate care for any child with Autism through the Thompson Autism Center at CHOC Children’s

At CHOC, children have a centralized place to receive early diagnosis for autism, advanced therapy and the possibility to reach their true potential.

https://www.choc.org/programs-services/autism/

I can honestly say that this facility has lived up to their mission statement with a family centered approach to ensure the safety and support of all of their clients/families. My visit with my child felt like a family visit with love and we will forever have a special place in our hearts for you all due to your care. I highly recommend this facility to all families especially those attending the needs of children with Autism and other Special Needs. Thank you all for your high standards of care and inclusivity.

https://www.choc.org/orthopaedics/?utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Evergreen_Ortho&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8fr7BRDSARIsAK0Qqr56KbmnBy-Z_D3zaXL56Mqy6lpkopMx32hO4XiDRhjufxH9fs0jHcYaAk9IEALw_wcB

As a parent, you are the ultimate protector of your child, and you want the best possible medical care when your child has been diagnosed with an orthopaedic condition. The problem is, managing your child’s condition can be overwhelming and you don’t know where to start. We understand how scary this must be.

The CHOC Children’s Orthopaedic Institute is a dedicated place for kids. Our team of board-certified specialists—including pediatric orthopaedic surgeons and sports medicine specialists—and orthopaedics-trained staff provide a full spectrum of care for disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles. We provide coordinated care for a seamless experience, innovative programs and specialized treatments, and pediatric expertise, equipment and facilities. So you can rest assured you are getting your child the best possible medical care and feel like the protector that you are.

Zero to Three

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-10-09 18:14:56 UTC

Early Development and Well Being
https://www.zerotothree.org/early-development
Ages and Stages:
https://www.zerotothree.org/early-development

Brain Development:
https://www.zerotothree.org/early-development/brain-development

Challenging Behaviors:
https://www.zerotothree.org/early-development/challenging-behaviors

Coronavirus Resources for Early Childhood Professionals:
https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/3291-coronavirus-resources-for-early-childhood-professionals

And so much more....

First 5 LA

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-10-09 18:27:06 UTC

https://www.first5la.org/

Resources for Parents:
https://www.first5la.org/parenting/

Developmental Milestones:
https://www.first5la.org/parenting/developmental-milestones/

Disabilities:
https://www.first5la.org/parenting/disabilities/

Community Resources:
https://www.first5la.org/parenting/resources/

Building Resilience to trauma:
https://www.first5la.org/parenting/trauma/

Games and Activities:
https://www.first5la.org/parenting/games-and-activities/

The Best Birthday Ever

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-10-15 05:10:51 UTC

These lovely ladies from the Pomona In-N-Out took some time off of work to come and support my little guy for his birthday party at the Glendora In-N-Out. We are so blessed to have such an amazing relationship with our community. Thank you Amber and Faith for making him feel so loved!

Love, Talk, Read, to Help Your Child Succeed

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-10-24 03:46:29 UTC

https://lovetalkread.com/about/celeste-roseberry-mckibbin/

Relationships matter. I first came across Dr. Roseberry-McKibbin's book, "Love, Talk, Read, to Help Your Child Succeed around 1 year ago due to a giveaway she sponsored on her Instagram site along with another one of her amazing books on helping children with AAC support. We were experiencing a transition as a family and it all focused around making sure we helped my son find his voice no matter what method that may have been (AAC device, verbal, PECS, or combination). I was feeling very emotional about having conflicting opinions from professionals in different sectors about methods of treatment that was just taking its toll on me. But then it came, this amazing book, like a little shining light of hope. I was captivated by the title as it started with love and my son and I are very relational and thrive with our skills around loving relationships. When I opened it and started reading I could not put it down. It captured me immediately and it was exactly what I needed to here and I return to this book often for the reminder that no matter what, when you engage your child with love and purpose, and have a plan in place, great things happen. I had the love and this fueled my purpose in a very difficult time. I was very moved and reached out to Dr. Roseberry-McKibbin to share my appreciation of her work and the impact this book had on us. I immediately went to work on ensuring that I was reading to my child every day and organized myself around the practice of reading to build a culture for reading. It has made a difference and he has gone from having a few words to now being a lot more verbal, communicating with his AAC device, verbally speaking 1 to 4 word statements with purpose, and an ability to sit and read with me because we engage with daily exposures. This book gave me the hope to keep going and not give up, not worry about the labels and warnings given by certain professionals about his limitations, but instead helped me push past those barriers and just sit down and read with him daily, lovingly, with lots of hugs and kisses, and around many different topics to help him SUCCEED. He is succeeding and he will be moving out of his Severe Autism Placement into a more Mild-Moderate setting due to this huge leap. So, don't take my word for it parents, read this book for yourself and see the impact this book will make on you. I thought this mom gets it, she's been there, she understands the struggle, and she is an SLP and has been able to create tools to help families and professionals work on the needed skills to think outside the box.

Visit her on Instagram @dr.celesteroseberry
and see how she is providing therapists and parents tips on improving communication. Thank you Dr. Roseberry-McKibbin for your dedication and love for our community and your profession. It makes a difference.

Books by Dr. Celeste Roseberry-McKibbin

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-10-24 04:17:04 UTC

https://lovetalkread.com/blog/

https://www.amazon.com/Advanced-Review-Speech%C3%A2%E2%82%AC-Language-Pathology/dp/1416411666/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513094&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/Multicultural-Students-Special-Language-Needs/dp/1575031574/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513129&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-2

https://www.amazon.com/Intervention-Toddlers-Communication-Delays-Comprehensive/dp/1597569798/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513148&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-3

https://www.amazon.com/Intervention-Preschoolers-Cognitive-Social-Emotional/dp/1597569720/ref=sr_1_4?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513169&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-4

https://www.amazon.com/Intervention-Toddlers-Gross-Motor-Delays/dp/1597569771/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513184&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-5

https://www.amazon.com/Increasing-Language-Students-Low-Income-Backgrounds/dp/1597564974/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513202&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-9

https://www.amazon.com/Intervention-Preschoolers-Augmentative-Alternative-Communication/dp/1597569747/ref=sr_1_10?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513242&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-10

https://www.amazon.com/Intervention-Preschoolers-Communication-Delays-Strategies/dp/159756978X/ref=sr_1_11?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513258&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-11

https://www.amazon.com/Intervention-Preschoolers-Gross-Motor-Delays/dp/1597569763/ref=sr_1_13?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513271&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-13

https://www.amazon.com/source-bilingual-students-language-disorders/dp/0760603324/ref=sr_1_19?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513293&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-19

https://www.amazon.com/Intervention-Toddlers-Cognitive-Social-Emotional/dp/1597569739/ref=sr_1_20?crid=1RXEN1QUSCL18&dchild=1&keywords=celeste+roseberry-mckibbin&qid=1603513293&sprefix=celeste+rose%2Caps%2C218&sr=8-20

Medi-Cal Application

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-10-28 23:28:59 UTC

https://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal/eligibility/Documents/2014_CoveredCA_Applications/ENG-CASingleStreamApp.pdf

You need to have Full Scope Medi-Cal to quialify for In Home Support Services (IHSS)

If you do not have Medi-Cal, and you receive services from any Regional Center, talk to your case manager to see if you qualify for a Waiver to receive Medi-Cal services.

In Home Support Services

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-10-28 23:30:09 UTC

https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/county-ihss-offices
Identify your county and apply to start the process. You can call over the phone, mail in the application, or fax the application.

Toll Free Number (888) 944 – IHSS (4477)

Application in English
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/FMUForms/Q-T/SOC295.pdf

Application in Chinese
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/TranslatedForms/Chinese/SOC_295_Chinese.pdf?ver=2018-11-21-125507-730

Application in Spanish
https://www.cdss.ca.gov/Portals/9/TranslatedForms/Spanish/SOC_295_Spanish.pdf?ver=2018-11-21-140233-913

Center for Disease Control

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-15 06:46:18 UTC

Take Control and Advocate
https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/pdf/help_pdfs/How-to-Get-Help-for-Your-Child_CombinedPDF_EngSpn-2-15-20_508.pdf

Resource in Spanish

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-15 06:47:04 UTC

https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/pdf/help_pdfs/How-to-Get-Help-for-Your-Child_CombinedPDF_EngSpn-2-15-20_508.pdf

Early Start

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-15 07:02:40 UTC

The Early Start program is California's early intervention program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. Early Start services are available statewide and are provided in a coordinated, family-centered system.

For more information regarding Early Start services and referrals, please contact the Early Start BabyLine at 800 – 515 – BABY (800 – 515 – 2229) or earlystart@dds.ca.gov.
https://www.dds.ca.gov/services/early-start/

Department of Developmental Services - Regional Center Locations

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-15 07:05:10 UTC

https://www.dds.ca.gov/rc/listings/

Department of Developmental Services

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-15 07:12:40 UTC

https://www.dds.ca.gov/general/eligibility/support-services/

Respite (In-Home) Services means intermittent or regularly scheduled temporary non-medical care and/or supervision provided in the person’s home. In-Home Respite services are support services which typically include:

Assisting the family members to enable a person with developmental disabilities to stay at home;
Providing appropriate care and supervision to protect that person’s safety in the absence of a family member(s);
Relieving family members from the constantly demanding responsibility of providing care; and
Attending to basic self-help needs and other activities that would ordinarily be performed by the family member.

Respite (Out-of-Home) Services are provided in licensed residential facilities.

Respite services typically are obtained from a respite vendor, by use of vouchers and/or alternative respite options. Vouchers are a means by which a family may choose their own service provider directly through a payment, coupon or other type of authorization. For more information about respite services contact your regional center representative.

24 Hour Home Care

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-15 07:26:05 UTC

(855) 924-1269

Diagnosis Specific Information

https://www.24hrcares.com/locations/riverside-senior-in-home-care/?campaignid=9738845658&adgroupid=104056631953&creative=442298381913&matchtype=e&network=g&device=c&keyword=24%20hour%20home%20care&gclid=Cj0KCQiAnb79BRDgARIsAOVbhRoTPcoVi3EVStgMdfSQtyA9vdwvMTaddJ0MUQFcdQ_aWXUrSUZtbugaAq6FEALw_wcB

Social Security Services

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-15 07:32:46 UTC

https://www.ssa.gov/
The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program pays benefits to you and certain family members if you are “insured,” meaning that you worked long enough – and recently enough - and paid Social Security taxes on your earnings. The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program pays benefits to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources.

While the Social Security and Supplemental Security Income disability programs are different, the medical requirements are the same. If you meet the non-medical requirement criteria, monthly benefits are paid if you have a medical condition that’s expected to last at least one year or result in death.

The Disability Application Process

The disability benefits application process follows these general steps, whether you apply online, by phone, or in person:

You gather the information and documents you need to apply. We recommend you print and review the Adult Disability Checklist. It will help you gather the information you need to complete the application.
You complete and submit your application.
We review your application to make sure you meet some basic requirements for disability benefits.
We check whether you worked enough years to qualify.
We evaluate any current work activities.
We process your application and forward your case to the Disability Determination Services office in your state.
This state agency completes the disability determination decision for us.

To learn more about who decides if you are disabled, read our publication Disability Benefits.

Once You've Applied

Once we receive your application, we’ll review it and contact you if we have any questions. We might request additional documents from you before we can process your application.

Teresa Rodriguez, M.S., Founder, Director of Operations (English/Spanish)

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-17 20:17:34 UTC

Master of Science Degree in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University

Email: terepuzzlingstories@gmail.com

Origins of our project started with research/training project with Zero to Three:

Cross-Sector Work in the Prenatal to Age 5 Workforce

https://www.zerotothree.org/resources/2215-findings-and-recommendations-for-cross-sector-work-in-the-prenatal-to-age-5-workforce

My clinical practice/foundation started in part with the research/training with Child Steps: MATCH/UCLA in 2010. This is the article of the findings from their study.
Chorpita, B.F., Daleiden, E.L., Park, A.L., Ward, A. M., Levy, M. C., Cromley, T., Chiu, A. W., Letamendi, A. M., Tsai, H. H., & Krull, J. L. (2017). Child STEPs in California: A randomized effectiveness trial comparing modular treatment with community implemented treatment for youth with anxiety, depression, conduct problems, or traumatic stress. Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, 85, 13-25.

United States, California

Camila Porrá, Consultant, Editor, Translator for Spanish,

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-17 20:19:15 UTC

@hablemos.de.psicologia
You Tube
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4YJFhF5oGHjvEIwvKtT9aw
Argentina

Hsing-Wen (Grace) Chang 張馨文, Occupational Therapist, Consultant (English/Mandarin), Editor, Translator in Chinese

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-17 20:23:42 UTC

@nececitogracia
United States, California
China

Christine Rivera, PsyD, Clinical Director, Trainer, and Editor (English/Spanish)

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-18 19:57:34 UTC

Private Practice for Mental Health Therapy Services with a focus on the Prenatal to Age 5 Population
@drchristinerivera
https://www.drchristine.org/
United States, California

Dr. Celeste Roseberry-McKibbin, Speech and Language Pathologist, Consultant, University Professor, Author

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-18 19:59:07 UTC

@dr.celesteroseberry
https://lovetalkread.com/
United States, California

Janice Wai Yan Lui, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Therapist, Consultant, Editor, Translator in Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese)

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-18 20:01:11 UTC

@ot_calebma

https://www.facebook.com/calebmama
janiceluiwy@gmail.com

Canada
Hong Kong

Ivana Ang-Asuncion, Occupational Therapist, Consultant (English/Tagalog), Editor, Translator in Tagalog, Sensational Connections

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-18 20:02:28 UTC

@ot.amigos

United States

Shiela Marie Lim, Parent Mentor, Consultant (English/Tagalog), Editor, Translator in Tagalog

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-18 20:03:58 UTC

@supersyden
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWpHaXmOAIfvxEQf5e2EGPg?view_as=subscriber
Phillipines

Maria Carrillo, BFA, Co-Founder & Graphic Design Manager

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-18 20:14:09 UTC

@sew_mamii

https://www.etsy.com/shop/SewMamii?ref=seller-platform-mcnav

Maria Carrillo, B.F.A. (Co-Founder of Puzzling Stories that Make Sense) is a partner and integral part of Puzzling Stories that Makes Sense Project. She is the Graphic Design Manager of this project. Maria attended Sanford-Brown College in Henderson, Nevada. She gained her B.F.A; and Majored in Fashion Design. As a creative, out of college Maria realized creating her fashion collections was not just a manual labor, but she had to further enhanced her skills in Graphic Design. She is self-taught in adobe CAD programs. She believes the world doesn’t communicate in just one way. Therefore, she strives to continue to enhance her creative communication base via digital and offline techniques.

Karen Rostoker-Gruber; Author/Consultant

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-11-20 09:20:07 UTC

@rostokergruber

https://www.karenrostoker-gruber.com/
Unites States

Luisana Cruz, B.S., Parent Mentor, Consultant (English/Spanish), Regional Center Case Manager

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-04 05:04:26 UTC

@mscmeza
United States

Maria Muinde Parent Mentor, Consultant (English/Swahili), Translator, Editor

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-04 05:10:48 UTC

@lovepersonified_autismmum.ke
https://www.facebook.com/lovepersonified.autismmum.ke/
Kenya

Maria Donaire Martinez, M.A, Special Education Teacher & Credential, Editor, Consultant (English/Spanish), TpT Contributing Author

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-04 05:16:58 UTC

maria.donairemartinez@pomona.k12.ca.us

United States, California

All the Ways I Hear You

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-07 23:29:51 UTC

https://www.stephaniemarrufobooks.com/shop
I am so excited to share this new collaboration between Stephanie and the Puzzling Stories family.
You can purchase her book, coloring book, and other great companions on her website linked above or on amazon.
This amazing book is Illustrated by Priscilla Soares

All the Ways Hear You Book Companion by Teresa Rodriguez, M.S.

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-07 23:57:25 UTC

This collaboration between Stephanie and Puzzling Stories is available now for FREE in my TpT store:
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/All-the-Ways-I-Hear-You-Book-Companion-6322783

The Number Rock

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-08 02:46:36 UTC

https://youtu.be/v4sWyckBaOM

Look at all the Colors I Can See

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-08 02:47:33 UTC

https://youtu.be/C628S-UKkNc

Shapes Song 2

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-08 02:48:06 UTC

https://youtu.be/WTeqUejf3D0

Months of the Year

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-08 02:49:50 UTC

https://youtu.be/Vb0lGb0n21E

A Week is 7 Days

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-08 02:50:21 UTC

https://youtu.be/V1lm3u9cFEw

Alphabet Letter Sounds

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-08 02:50:53 UTC

https://youtu.be/QW7N64zsrs0

The Four Seasons

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-08 02:51:35 UTC

https://youtu.be/NavWWM2iTEw

Weather Song for Children

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-08 02:52:03 UTC

https://youtu.be/pHxHsgONGus

Story Time Books and Songs

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-08 03:17:54 UTC

Gingerbread Man
https://youtu.be/pckuS--UlV4

Pete the Cat - I Love My White Shoes
https://youtu.be/fj_z6zGQVyM

The Very Hungry Caterpillar
https://youtu.be/75NQK-Sm1YY

Thomas and Friends - Learn about Emotions with Thomas the Train
https://youtu.be/rAoweRhWZd4

The Rainbow Fish
https://youtu.be/Z3cmddZh6t8

Santa Claus is Coming to Town
https://youtu.be/zzieOy-d85s

The Birth of Jesus Christ
https://youtu.be/8gUJWKMMgtQ

The Star - The Nativity Scene
https://youtu.be/poswRRB_2i0

The Story of Hanukkah
https://youtu.be/nnyE9FFZkaQ

PBS Learning Media - Kwanzaa
https://youtu.be/VeFCK__0euI

What is Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Diwali
https://youtu.be/kkINRdhT004

Children's Activity Book on Kwanzaa by Teresa Rodriguez: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Kwanzaa-Childrens-Activity-Book-6348361

Sesame Street - Kids Talk About Holidays
https://youtu.be/0sjC13dFRS8

It's Ramadan Curious George
https://youtu.be/sIApQYiRhT8

Rashad's Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr

https://youtu.be/TKujNZWsaFg

First Day of School and More Nursery Rhymes
https://youtu.be/E2v6ofSmfW4

Wash your Hands Song
https://youtu.be/yQWMdFXEzLQ

Rain Rain Go Away
https://youtu.be/c3UiTVUrQCo

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
https://youtu.be/yCjJyiqpAuU

The Wheels on the Bus
https://youtu.be/e_04ZrNroTo

Old MacDonald
https://youtu.be/Wm4R8d0d8kU

Head Shoulders Knees and Toes
https://youtu.be/QA48wTGbU7A

ABC Song
https://youtu.be/QA48wTGbU7A

Dream Young Media Podcast

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-09 05:24:45 UTC

Karen and Maria in a podcast with Dream Young Media Podcast #14

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KvTPXZKU1lw&feature=youtu.be

24 Hour Telehealth Support Line for Individuals with Disabilities, their Families, Direct/Support Professionals

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-11 04:15:21 UTC

24-Hour Disability Support Line Available—Call 1(888)847-3209 Information provided by the San Gabriel Pomona Regional Center

Counselors are available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week at 1(888)847-3209.

Podcast with Karen Rostoker-Gruber

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-11 04:29:49 UTC

Today Maria (my puppet) and I were honored to be featured on Podcast #14--"Children's Books that Build Inclusion & Diversity" with hosts Otis and Nikki at Dream Young Media.
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Dream Young Arts & Media is a non-profit organization that raises awareness for kids with special needs.
Children's Books that Build Inclusion & Diversity. Interview w/Karen Rostoker-Gruber (Author) | Episode 14:
Karen Rostoker-Gruber is a multi-award-winning author of many picture books with hundreds of thousands of copies sold. Farmer Kobi's Hanukkah Match, was named a National Jewish Book Award Finalist and was awarded the 2016 Outstanding Children's Literature Award from the Church and Synagogue Library Association.
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https://www.karenrostoker-gruber.com
https://www.instagram.com/rostokergru...
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Downloadable activities to go with "Rooster Can't Cock-a-Doodle-Doo."

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Sellers-Im-Following/Add/Puzzling-Stories-That-Makes-Sense-Project-Llc

Developed by @puzzling_stories on Instagram
(Teresa Rodriguez designs programs and reading materials for children.)

Otis and Nikki at Dream Young Media.

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-11 04:34:04 UTC

@dreamyoungmedia

Connect with Dream Young on Social Media:
https://www.instagram.com/dreamyoungm...

https://www.facebook.com/dreamyoungmedia

https://twitter.com/DreamYoungmedia

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dreamyoun...
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They are a non-profit 501c3 organization.
Donations:
https://bit.ly/2CH5Tiv
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Cash App Donations:
$Dreamyoungmedia
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Shop & Support:
https://www.dreamyoung.org/shop/
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Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 2903
Valdosta, GA 31604

Helping Families Through Changes Project

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-13 03:46:51 UTC

This project was started in 2017 by Teresa Rodriguez. M.S., under the name "Helping Families through Changes".

Direct Contact Email:

Terepuzzlingstories@gmail.com

This project was later expanded to a social media platform in June 2019 with the help of Co-Founder Maria Carrillo, BFA, with our business name "Puzzling Stories that Make Sense Project." Maria established the creation of the online account and digital graphic design support for projects connected with community agencies like the Regional Centers of California.

Our Purpose:

Building a community of support that is inclusive through strong attachments and healthy relationships on social media platforms and in the community.
Growing in resilience together through love, identifying our inner strengths, creating hope through new relationships and linkage, and discovering the courage within us to succeed.

How are we doing this? By...

Collaborating and creating partnerships with parents, therapists, teachers, providers, community agencies to form inclusive settings and active acceptance one relationship at a time.
Creating supportive tools in different languages to help address the growing disparity connected with lack of access to resources for our families raising children with developmental needs and in the 0-5 population in English, Spanish, Tagalog, and Simplified Chinese available on our Teachers Pay Teachers Page.
Creating trainings and treatment tools for parents and therapists to help normalize the states of grief we experience as parents raising children with developmental delays and co-occurring disorders.

Our consultants provide their own independent support with professional consultation with their respective fields of practice and in multiple languages. Currently, our tools are translated from English to Chinese, Tagalog, Spanish and working on a new translation of journals in Swahili.

Consultant links are provided for your support and in Column 2.

Reach out to them via their links and/or follow them on social media.

(Each consultant is its own entity and not sponsored by Puzzling Stories that Make Sense Project. It is your responsibility to research each consultant and their services. Puzzling Stories that Make Sense Project is not responsible for any liability associated with 3rd party services.)

In the following columns, you will find videos, resources, and links to community support and agencies that will help you with your current social. emotional, learning, and therapeutic needs.

Please reach out to me via email or a DM on Instagram for individual support. We are here for you.

Relationships Matter and
So Do You!

Sincerely and Blessings to you all,

Director of Operations,

Teresa Rodriguez, M.S.

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Warrior O.T.

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-16 03:03:19 UTC

@warrior.ot
Larissa, Pediatric OT
https://warriorot.com/
"Relationships require empathy"

Larissa has great stories, online courses, blog, parent workshops, visuals and more that help address the sensory needs of our children. Some of the areas she has recently targeted are understanding the signs of sensory dysregulation , the waves of sensory dysregulation, and the sensory needs we have as parents too. I have found her posts very helpful in understanding my child's ever changing needs. Please visit her on Instagram and enjoy learning more about sensory needs. Ask her questions through Direct Messaging. Thank you Larissa for your continued support and great resources.

Physical Therapy with Robin

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-16 22:05:04 UTC

I have to introduce you to an amazing physical therapist, our physical therapist for my son, Robin. She has been very supportive and helpful with our son's needs and has created these wonderful videos to share with our kids. I hope you enjoy them and find them useful with your support needs.

Static Balance
https://youtu.be/lTlYyirYAJY

Bowling
https://youtu.be/FsEYWVeLbzU

Obstacle Course
https://youtu.be/wW5baNoIHzs

Single Leg Standing
https://youtu.be/12uaRQI9vxE

Proper Sitting for Class
https://youtu.be/eR4Pyevc2wo

Walking a Curb
https://youtu.be/HoFUJC9Va-k

Pushing Relay
https://youtu.be/Gy9uZ5XWyAQ

Spot Wall Plank Tap
https://youtu.be/NU0543M1Dxw

Spot Toe Taps
https://youtu.be/k7YsjiStXpA

Jumping Over Sidewalk Lines
https://youtu.be/fSHjInPUVHU

Animal Walks
https://youtu.be/OBMtLQ2-h2Q

Kicking/Soccer
https://youtu.be/GnnkchiVoRY

Tip toeing, Jumping, and Side stepping
https://youtu.be/16adAcFlR_I

1/2 Kneel Balancing
https://youtu.be/DwUt_u1DBI8

Stacie Scoffinger, DPT
Fall Movement Story
https://youtu.be/3MK5QGKagcw

3 Balance Exercises
https://youtu.be/UhVElYyWGHg

Step Overs and Jumping
Stacie Scoffinger, DPT
https://youtu.be/Xz-cn79jcOQ

Cosmic Kids Yoga
https://youtu.be/rtC2qADkBuU

Christmas Movement Story
Stacie Scoffinger, DPT
https://youtu.be/yEyQMpeNiqI

Pink Oatmeal

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-17 05:19:40 UTC

Great Packets for physical therapy for therapists, teachers, and parents with your kids
https://www.pinkoatmeal.com/

Be Prepared and Understand Your Health Support Needs with Asthma, Allergies, and Eczema

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-17 17:59:53 UTC

https://www.aafa.org/

World Federation of the Deaf

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-17 18:37:35 UTC

http://wfdeaf.org/
Instagram: @wfdeaf
The World Federation of the Deaf is a global organization working to ensure equal rights for 70 million people around the globe.

Hablame a los Ojos

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-17 18:43:23 UTC

https://interpretespy.wordpress.com/
Consultoría, Lengua de señas, inclusión, vídeos, intérpretes, cursos, facilitadores, discapacidad.

Learning Language Skills with Lauren

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-17 18:57:10 UTC

Instagram: @loalexandra.slpa

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Lauren-Northrup-6379

I am so excited to feature Lauren and her amazing resources from her Teachers Pay Teachers store. We have collaborated together to bring you an enhancement to her Boom Cards: Frog Jump (Final Consonant Deletion) Boom Cards

Practice your target words and help Froggy get to his dinner!

Phonemes included: /b, d, g, m, n, t, s, k, p/ & 3 pages of mixed sounds

More Boom Cards by Lauren

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-18 03:47:10 UTC

Spring Articulation Boom Cards
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Spring-Articulation-BOOM-cards-digital-task-cards-5380767

Articulation Set #1
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Articulation-Set-1-5840599

Spatial Concepts
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Spatial-Concepts-Boom-Cards-digital-task-cards-5562109

Space Articulation
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Space-Articulation-Boom-Cards-6345295

Slithering S Blends
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Slithering-S-Blends-A-visual-cue-activity-BOOM-CARDS-5416444

Basic Concepts
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Basic-Concepts-BOOM-cards-digital-task-cards-5381164

Go to her store for more great tools and Boom Cards:
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Lauren-Northrup-6379

Kidred Spirit Yoga Virtual Live Yoga Classes

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-18 03:54:50 UTC

Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) with Yoga Alliance
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Patty Lee

Instagram: @KindredSpirit.yoga

Tune in for yoga inspiration, reflections, parenting and child development information.

I am so excited to share this amazing resource from my close friend Patty. Please visit her website for more information below:
www.Kindredspirit.yoga

Look out for our upcoming give-a-ways in the New Year 2021.

A Little About Her Services:

Vinyasa Flow Classes

All Levels 60-70 minutes

Mondays & Tuesdays at 2pm PST

Fridays at 3:30pm PST

Prenatal Yoga Classes

Relax, breathe, and bond with your baby through Yoga. Enrollment for new group classes begins Spring 2022.

Schedule TBD

Private Sessions

Mommy and Me Yoga Classes

Contact for more information

kindredspirit.yogaclass@gmail.com

Our Allergy Story and Choc Children's Specialist/Allergist, Dr. Chan

terepuzzlingstories — 2020-12-18 04:13:50 UTC

Allergies have dominated our freedom to engage, socialize, and participate in day to day activities for several years. We were informed by specialists in the past about the rigorous process and difficulties with testing for allergies. We only had a blood test for allergies that identified several allergies that made it really difficult to expand an already restricted diet. Due to continued rashes, eczema outbreaks, and difficulties understanding how to manage these allergies we sought out a 2nd opinion with allergy testing from CHOC Children's Specialists Pediatric/Adult Allergy and Immunology in Orange with Dr. Chan.

I had our results in hand of blood work and so scared to even try other testing. I was dreadfully misinformed about skin testing and did not think it was possible with my child. Dr. Chan was very nice, took her time to explain the procedure, and with the support of the nurses, we were able to help hold my son in small moments to get his back marked for testing and complete the scratch testing that took only a minute or two for each test site. The longest time to endure was the 15 minutes to wait for the results and look at his back to read the results. We were able to complete a thorough history and get more accurate results as to what he was allergic to. It resulted in him having a lot less food allergies while more supportive and detailed instructions in addressing the environmental allergies that contribute to his current needs and condition.

I was truly scared and shaking to do this thinking they are going to put him in the hospital for exposing him, but, they didn't. It was fine and he did not even need Benadryl or his Epi-pen to respond to the test. All they did was wash off his back and it went away. I cannot thank this amazing and supportive team enough for helping us get through this test and create a good support plan we can take home and to our school.

Please get a 2nd opinion for your kids as this can open their world to new things and ensure things are as they seem. I highly recommend this team and Dr. Chan @cakedoc820 .

They are worth the drive and they will treat you with respect, dignity, and support.

One extra thing, very important. I requested a prescription for the recommendations that included an air purifier for the classroom and living environment, prescriptions for his meds to be given at school if needed for allergies and eczema, and prescriptions for ice packs as this also helps soothe the itch and irritation first before having to apply any creams. All of these prescriptions, the full medical report that was very thorough and detailed, was taken to the IEP and I requested an addendum to his already detailed safety plan and I requested an accommodation to have my son be able to have an air purifier in the classroom to reduce the allergens that he comes in contact with as the high allergen count can contribute to increased risk of anaphylaxis when he comes into contact with non-allergen food as well. After years of requesting prior to this and many incidents of emergencies, they finally approved that my son has an air purifier in the classroom as long as I provide the machine in the classroom to be used. I will spare no expense and so grateful that we finally came to this agreement for them to breathe easier and reduce the risk of airborne sickness and allergens.

Please, request an accommodation for your child if he/she also suffers from severe allergies and eczema.

Food Allergy Notice

terepuzzlingstories — 2021-01-03 08:09:25 UTC

Yoga for Kids - You Tube Video

terepuzzlingstories — 2021-01-05 07:29:43 UTC

https://youtu.be/X655B4ISakg

Melo's Journey

terepuzzlingstories — 2021-01-08 07:26:18 UTC

Hello dear friends, here is a you tube channel featuring Melo and his life journey. Join us in taking a dive into his daily adventures on you tube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCViDCJCYkrbsd--Di1m1u2w
You can also follow this amazing and supportive family on Instagram: @Melosjourney

The Five Love Languages

terepuzzlingstories — 2021-01-28 13:17:58 UTC

Dr. Gary Chapman is the author of the best-selling Five Love Languages Series and the director of Marriage and Family Life Consultants, Inc.
In collaboration with Ross Campbell, they wrote the best-seller “The Five Love Languages of Children.” They write about improving our ability to connect with our children in the deepest emotional level by speaking their love language. They identified with 5 different communication styles: Quality Time, Words of Affirmation, Gifts, Acts of Service, and Physical Touch.

Do you ever feel like you are not being heard, recognized, validated, or appreciated for all of the work you do?

Or that maybe you are not even speaking the same language?
Let’s explore this a little deeper.

Take a few minutes to take the Love Language quiz by going to this link:

https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/

You can take the quiz that best fits you. After you have taken your quiz, you can take the quiz to find your child's love language.

Dr. Chapman emphasizes our need to explore how we give love to our children. Do we give love to our children in a manner that is conditional (based on what your child has done in place of just loving them for who they are) or do we express love to our children because we aim to "fill their love tank."

Dr. Chapman has coined this phrase to remind us of the need to keep filling our child's "love tank" as often as possible to fuel their day and help overcome what the day may bring. When you fill their love tank, strive to fill it with unconditional love. A love that is given unconditionally can "prevent problems of resentment, feelings of being unloved, guilt, fear, and insecurity" (Chapman, G., page 20).

Having a basic knowledge and foundation of sensory processing can help guide your daily activities with your child and make it easier to help them improve their social-emotional development as it is highly dependent on a child's adequate sensory processing (Delahooke, 2017).
(Sensory processing needs explored in Column 7 of the Helping Families Through Changes Online Training).

Chapman, Gary & Campbell, Ross. The 5 Love Languages of Children

The Secret to Loving Children Effectively. Northfield Publishing, May 1, 2016.

Identifying Your Child's Love Language

terepuzzlingstories — 2021-01-28 13:24:15 UTC

Children that have developmental disorders or delays may communicate their needs differently and as parents/caregivers we may have trouble recognizing their love language. We may even feel rejected or at a loss as our attempts to show them love fails to provide the results that we may be looking for at the time.

Have you explored your own expectations of your child?

Dr. Chapman and Dr. Campbell highlight 7 different points to remember about the expectations we may have for our children in their book "The Five Love Languages of Children":

We have to continue to model more appropriate regulated behaviors with unconditional love that shows maturity to help them understand and more likely to exhibit more mature behaviors.
Dr. Chapman provides examples of the consequences to providing conditional love and how this impacts a child's self-image, how it leads to anxiety, lack of self-control, and contribute to increased immaturity. He reminds us of our responsibility to help with the overall development of behaviors with our children that starts with our unconditional love
(Chapman, G & Campbell, R., page 24).

Keeping these concepts in mind, add on the difficulties that our children experience with sensory processing difficulties. "For children with atypical sensory and motor processing, it's far more difficult to respond to sensory input with positive social engagement" (Delahooke, 2017, pg. 60).
Working with an occupational therapist in helping you understand how your child responds to each of the sensory systems (sound, sight, smell, touch, taste, movement in space, sensations in muscles and joints, and internal sensations) and identify if your child's reactivity is due to sensory over-responsitivity, sensory under-responsitivity, or sensory craving, as a team, you can further help tailor your child's interactions to better suit their sensory preferences and making your attempts to use the five love languages that much more meaningful (Delahooke, 2017).

Were any of these ideas new to you or hard to accept?

Did these points make you think about how often and how intentional you are in filling your child's "love tank"?

Did these points help you feel more open to exploring the different ways to improve your expression of love to your child?

Let's explore the 5 love languages and see how we can begin to explore better ways to fill your child's love tank intentionally and unconditionally.

Here are the 5 Love Languages
1. Physical Touch
2. Words of Affirmation
3. Quality Time
4. Gifts
5. Acts of Service

The Love Languages packet that follows has coloring pages that help you explore and write your ideas and thoughts on which Love Language examples would most benefit your child.
You can use these to teach your child or family members about each love language. These pages can also be used for your quality time by making this an enjoyable coloring activity. Special note: Do not make this an activity they have to complete and instead find a time your child is in a good mood to explore and create one page at a time.

There are a lot of examples of the love languages as identified in Dr. Chapman's book. When a child has specific sensory needs or developmental delays, we can find different ways that are sensory based and supportive to help fill your child's "love tank."

We can help fill a child's "love tank" by identifying what their core needs are with a sensory regulation focus, supporting with emotional regulation, and pairing it with their identified love language in an unconditional manner.

(You can refer to Column 7 of our FREE Online training "Helping Families Through Changes: The Roots of a Dream" for more support with an introduction of basic sensory regulation needs).

Begin to explore what are the physical, verbal, and emotional cues that tell you what your child may need so that you can start using these 5 love languages with the mindset of being sensory friendly and supportive first.

Let's explore some examples here:
Reminder: Use your coloring pages to take note of some of these options that may work for your child.
1. Physical Touch: Integrating deep pressure, a weighted vest or fitted clothes, a transitional object to hold or touch, a soothing chewelry toy, or some crunchy snacks provided as you work on your routine. If your child is a sensory avoider maybe turning on a white noise machine, keeping the blankets on a little longer, keeping the window curtains closed, dimming the lights, offering some noise cancelling ear phones, or using a wagon or stroller in place of walking can offer some sensory support tools when trying to provide the physical touch that is needed.
Creating a special sensory corner in their room and helping them access the different tools you use to provide sensory regulation and positive touch, creating a sensory tray that is based on items they like and seek as opposed to tasks for desensitization, and even simple things in nature like feeling the wind on your face as you lay perfectly still.

2. Words of Affirmation: You can modify this section by offering the same support in a non-verbal way with use of visuals, PECS, AAC device, letter board, signing, and written notes. Modify and monitor your tone of voice to fit their specific needs at the time to make any communication more meaningful with more attention to your body language and affect response. One of the things that I found my child to enjoy greatly is when I repeat the words he tells me and follow up with a smile, gentle eye contact, and "I like it when you share your words with me."

3. Quality Time: There are so many activities that many of our kids have to attend from school, therapy, doctor appointments, and special tasks at home that can make this section a little more difficult. You can modify your current tasks by creating a special routine to make them more enjoyable and meaningful while improving the relational approach to these tasks and activities (singing songs, special quiet time, holding special items, giving specific snacks, etc).

4. Gifts: Think about how you can modify the items provided to be sensory specific and target the needs your child has to self-regulate, to stimulate the senses, to offer opportunities to learn new words or actions, and to connect with you on a deeper social-emotional level. As your child experiences this gift, find ways to connect by making eye contact, touching a new item or texture by describing it, and experiencing it with you or family while emphasizing the emotions being experienced verbally and physically (I like to see you happy. You jump and flap every time you get excited.) Allowing children movement like stimming supports self regulation and allows them to express joy and enthusiasm over a gift. Helping a child describe their joy with their AAC device, letter board, sign language, or visuals can support the benefits of this moment when a gift is received.

5. Acts of Service: I think as parents and caregivers raising children with specific developmental needs, we are always engaging in acts of service. This is a core area for me as I think about all of the planning and collaboration needed to ensure that school, community, home, and medical supports are aligned to prepare our children to serve themselves. It takes a lot of support, planning, collaboration, education, modeling, love, sacrifice, and cycles or practice to get our children to get to a point where they can learn to serve themselves. This is the area I feel we need the most support in as providers/parents. The Covid-19 Epidemic has caused a huge culture shift in the manner in which services are provided and rendered and not all of our children have been able to adapt to the changes, have regressed greatly, and this has impacted our families immensely. As schools, communities, and clinics begin to re-open, we have to take a closer look and re-assess the overall emotional, physical, spiritual, and cognitive needs of our children. No matter what approach you take towards these steps, remember that relationship based and child centered approaches are key to ensuring that any skills that were lost or not practiced are regained as they are supported with unconditional love. Let's fill our children's love tank first.

Now that you have a better understanding of how the 5 Love Languages are expressed, let's revisit the opening questions:
Do you ever feel like you are not being heard, recognized, validated, or appreciated for all of the work you do?
Or, that maybe, you are not speaking the same language?

What can you do more of today, to express your unconditional love to your child?

Keep a daily log of how your child responds to your purposeful actions in showing your love in each language. In the Love Languages Packet, you can find a worksheet to use as a journal page for your child and take notes on how they respond to each of the 5 love languages.

Which one of the languages do you see they respond to the most?
This may be their primary love language.

(The 5 Love Languages of Children

The Secret to Loving Children Effectively - By Dr. Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell, M.D. Northfield Publishing, May 1, 2016.)

Filling Your Child's Love Tank

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Dr. Chapman states, “Every child has an emotional tank, a place of emotional strength that can fuel him through the challenging days of childhood and adolescence. We need to fill our children’s emotional tanks with unconditional love… Unconditional love is a full love that accepts and affirms a child for who he is, not for what he does.”

(The 5 Love Languages of Children

The Secret to Loving Children Effectively - By Dr. Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell, M.D. Northfield Publishing, May 1, 2016.)

Now that we have explored the different ways you can show love and identify ways your child can respond in return with consideration of their developmental disorders and special abilities, let’s take the time to create something to help you hold onto this special feeling and re-create what your child means to you.

You can write a poem, song, letter, or create a drawing for them. There is no right or wrong answer. Let your heart and creativity guide you.

As an example, I created a poem for my child that is a reminder to me about how special my child is with his unique qualities.

My Son is My Super-Hero
By Teresa Rodriguez
Copyright 2016

My son is my super-hero,

He has powers that go beyond his average age.

My son has super hearing:

He can hear my car from blocks away,

And runs to greet me at the door each and every day.

My son has super strength;

He can lift twice his weight,

To get to his mother, he will push through any wall or gate.

My son has super eyesight;

He can find any overlooked object,

That has been left by others and usually left unchecked.

My son has super sense of touch;

He can feel a chill coming before it’s at our door,

So he quickly runs to my arms for warmth, something that I adore.

My son has super sense of smell;

He can sense what is cooking quicker than anyone around,

And is the first to run for a bite of my famous Cinnabon rounds.

My son has a super heart;

He loves without asking for anything in return,

He never holds a grudge, which is something we can all learn from.

My son is my super-hero, and Autism is only a small part of who he is.

My son may have Autism, but Autism does not have him, God does.
He opened our eyes to see the world in a new way, to be grateful for all things big or small.

His strength and will surpasses his years, while giving us strength to push forward each day.

We thank our Lord and God, for our blessing from above,

For bestowing us with this miracle that has shown us how to love.

Janice Wai Yan Lui, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Therapist, Consultant, Editor, Translator in Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) for Puzzling Stories that Make Sense Project

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Janice has been a great support for our bilingual families (English/Chinese) with her Instagram account. She shares her own family activities and strategies to help address developmental needs with young children while integrating her knowledge and occupation as an OT. Her videos are so much fun, family friendly, and tips are easy to follow in both languages (English/Chinese). Check out her IG page for great ideas for family
.
@ot_calebma

15A. Love, Talk, and Read to Help Your Child Succeed

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https://lovetalkread.com/about/celeste-roseberry-mckibbin/

Relationships matter. I first came across Dr. Roseberry-McKibbin's book, "Love, Talk, Read, to Help Your Child Succeed" around the summer of 2019. I found her account on Instagram. She does weekly giveaways. She also provides wonderful support and ideas on speech therapy tools and treatment.
Around this time, my family was experiencing a transition point and it all focused around making sure we helped my son find his voice no matter what method (AAC device, verbal, PECS, or combination). I was feeling very emotional about having conflicting opinions from professionals in different sectors.

I won this amazing book, "Love, Talk, Read" as part of a giveaway and it changed our lives. It was like a little shining light of hope.
I was captivated by the title as it started with "Love." My son and I are very relational and thrive with our skills around loving relationships.

When I opened the book and started reading, I could not put it down. It captured me immediately and it was exactly what I needed to hear. I return to this book often for the reminder that no matter what, when you engage your child with love and purpose, and have a plan in place, great things happen.

I had the love and this fueled my purpose in a very difficult time.
I was very moved and reached out to Dr. Roseberry-McKibbin to share my appreciation of her work and the impact this book had on us.
I immediately went to work on ensuring that I was reading to my child every day and organized myself around the practice of reading to build a culture for a love of reading.

It has made a big difference and my son has gone from having a few words to now being a lot more verbal, communicating with his AAC device, verbally speaking 1 to 4 word statements with purpose, and an ability to sit and read with me for longer periods.

This book gave me the hope to keep going and not give up, not worry about the labels and warnings given by certain professionals about his limitations. This book helped me push past those barriers to just do it.
So, I sit down and read with my child daily, lovingly, with lots of hugs and kisses, and around many different topics to help him SUCCEED.
So, don't take my word for it parents, read this book for yourself and see the impact this book will make on you.
I thought, "This mom gets it, she's been there, she understands the struggle, and she is an SLP." She has been able to create tools to help families and professionals work on the needed skills to think outside the book.
On page 57, I created a worksheet to help you explore Dr. Roseberry-McKibbin's book: "Love, Talk, Read to Help Your Child Succeed."

Visit her on Instagram @lovetalkread and see how she is providing therapists and parents tips on improving communication.

Thank you Dr. Roseberry-McKibbin for your dedication and love for our community in your profession. It makes a difference. You make a difference and we love you!

Communication and Love

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Communication is not just about the words you speak, hear, or feel. It is also about how you connect with your child, family, and others through your tone of voice, body language, and actions. In this section we explore how we communicate to our children and family with our love, "The Five Love Languages." These concepts are from Dr. Gary Chapman and you can find more of his work on his website: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/5-love-languages/

Boom Cards for Rooster Can't Cock-A-Doodle-Doo

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By Lauren Northrup
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Rooster-Cant-Cock-A-Doodle-Doo-6631427?st=6d99e57fc124d37853c234dd41a7d86a

Deme Grissom-Hodges, M.E.d Reading Interventionist/M.T.A. Teacher

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Deme Hodges has been a special education teacher for over 20 years.
She has a master’s degree in Education with a concentration in Educational Leadership.
Deme witnessed how parents were struggling to navigate their child’s educational program, finding job training programs, and qualified caregivers for teens/adults with special needs.

The overall lack of opportunity for individuals with special needs was the heartbeat behind her starting a non-profit: Diverse Abilities Life-Skills Programming, Ltd; receiving its tax-exempt status as a 501 (c) 3 in 2020.
Their programming both virtual and in-person, provides continued education in life-skills and functional job training for adults with disabilities.
Their classes are designed to help foster greater community access, peer-relationships, self-advocacy, and independence to individuals with special needs.
Diverse Abilities’ quality life-skills programming is designed in length to provide caregivers with much-needed respite, as well.
Contact them for more information on their amazing services: Abilitieslife.com

*IEP/School Advocacy (virtual)

*Adapted Reading Tutorials for Dyslexia and Life-Skills Students (virtual)/In-person (Dallas)

*Continuing Education Classes: Life-Skills Programming for Teens/Adults with Special Needs-

(Virtual)/ In-person (Dallas).

*Special Needs Ministry Training (Virtual & In-person)

*Adapted Learning Products

*Adaptable Bible Lessons

For more information on products:

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Diverse-Abilities

Follow me on Instagram: @diverseabilities_specialneeds

https://abilitieslife.com

https://www.instagram.com/diverseabilities_specialneeds/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/diverse-abilities-life-skills-programming/?viewAsMember=true

CHOC - Children's Hospital of Orange County/Child Mind Institute

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What is an Individual Education Plan (IEP)
https://www.choc.org/files/mental_health_toolkit/parent/iep/IEP_Information_Expanded_Handout_Parent_English.pdf

Sensory Processing Issues Explained
https://childmind.org/article/sensory-processing-issues-explained/

Explore your child's unique sensory portrait

https://www.sensorysmartparent.com/yourchildssensoryportrait
Book Recommendation: Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues by Lindsey Biel, OTR/L and Nancy Peske.
Mental Health Awareness Month (April) Word and Art Contest
https://www.choc.org/mental-health-awareness-month/art-word-contest/

Mental Health Resources
https://www.choc.org/mental-health/?utm_source=hg&channel=email&jobnumber=CHOC850015&serviceline=general&agency=hg

Teacher Resources on Mental Health
https://www.choc.org/files/mental_health_toolkit/school/Teacher_Educator_Resources_Handout_School_English.pdf

School Anxiety in the Classroom
https://childmind.org/article/classroom-anxiety-in-children/

Parent Disagreements During Covid
https://childmind.org/article/parenting-disagreements-during-covid/

A Friend for Lillybug

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Meet Lilly, Stefanie, Trey, and their service dog Indy.
This amazing family has recently started their own 501c3 to help other families improve access to their communication needs.
I met this amazing family early in our journey when we started this project and this was a game changer for us. I struggled for years as a parent integrating the AAC device in our home and with homework. When I found this family's Instagram page:
@afriendforlillybug
we learned how to use our AAC device with our own son and in day to day activities. They taught me the real meaning of giving a child a voice through AAC and we have grown so much since then. I went to their earliest posts and started to study and work with my own son on building new skills. This worked very well and helped improve our family communication with our child. Don't take my word for it, go visit this site yourself and see the wonders that using an AAC can do for your child from early developmental years to more severe support needs that require more attention. Everyone can benefit.
Go to @afriendforlillybug and @LillysVoice on Instagram and allow your heart to be filled with Lilly's amazing growth with this amazing supportive family. Thank you for being part of our journey.

211 California

terepuzzlingstories — 2021-07-19 09:25:16 UTC

https://www.211ca.org/

Did you know that you can get support with resources from 211?

Type in the resource you are looking for (Examples):

Mental Health
Individual Therapy
Autism Assessment for Child
Crisis Management

Type in your zip code

You will see the resources in your area populate with agency names, websites, phone numbers, and hours of operations.

Psychology Today

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https://www.psychologytoday.com/us
Find a therapist or psychologist in the needed area of support.
Type in your city or zip code and you will automatically get a long list of people with their specialties, insurance, and more.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

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https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
1-800-273-8255

24/7 Free and Confidential Support

CDC Birth -5 Years Old Developmental Milestone Checklist Link

terepuzzlingstories — 2021-07-19 10:15:37 UTC

https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/pdf/checklists/Checklists-with-Tips_Reader_508.pdf

I use these checklists as a guide to see where we are in our developmental growth and where we can fill in the gaps for my child. My child is 8 years old now and he has several areas we have yet to meet together. Development is not linear. We will get there on his time and with my support. Development of a child is contributed by many factors that include environmental, medical, emotional, cultural, etc.

Use these milestones to help explore where you can go back to fill in some gaps with a collaborative approach with your treatment team and identify the best fit for your family with a child focused lens. I have also used these milestones to tailor the steps to work on treatment goals for my child and the clients that I support. I hope you find these tools as helpful as I have.

Carolina Mojica Gálvez, Parent Contributor and Editor (Spanish)

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Instagram: @kbowiemg

iPrevail

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https://lacounty.iprevail.com/

Providing a network of support for LA County.

Get online mental health support 24/7 with on-demand coaching, lessons, & more!
English/Spanish

Headspace

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https://www.headspace.com/lacounty
Help is available 24/7

Headspace mindfulness and meditation exercises are meant to be a source of strength and comfort. If you or someone you know is having difficulty coping with the added stress, the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health can provide additional support at any time.

Call 800-854-7771 or visit DMH.LACounty.gov

Coronavirus/Covid-19 Mental Health Resources LA County

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https://dmh.lacounty.gov/covid-19-information/
The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) supports the wellbeing of our County residents and communities. News and updates about COVID-19 may trigger anxiety, panic, frustration and depression—even when your risk of getting sick is low. During an infectious disease outbreak, please take the time to care for your own physical and mental health, and please reach out to others in kindness and compassion. Go to this website for many resources in multiple languages to support your mental health needs.

Get help now: LACDMH 24/7 Help Line (800) 854-7771 or
Contact Crisis Text Line (“LA” to 741741)

Enriquez Family

terepuzzlingstories — 2021-08-21 22:45:27 UTC

You hear the words “your child is on the autism spectrum.” What do you do next? For us, it was a combination of many things. First, the hubby and I had a long talk which included a whole lot of tears from me. Yes, tears of confusion, sadness, ignorance, frustration, impotence & anger. It was a day that I will never forget. A day in which we felt we had to let go of many expectations for our child because all we can think of is “he may never”. However, we decided that day our “papash” would have all the support necessary to thrive. We decided to tell our immediate family. The people we knew would be around to see him grow up & embrace him. Next, I met with his pediatrician to ask for speech & OT referrals. Eventually, the calls were made to schedule evaluations for the different therapies that were recommended. We made it a point to take “papash” to the park, indoor playgrounds or play dates, anything that meant he would be around other kids. However, most of all we decided that Autism would not take over our lives. What was your first reaction to your child’s diagnosis?
@lifeofryantv

Jamie-Lee

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Parent Consultant and Family Story
Jamie-Lee and the Brogan family helped start our project by trusting me with sharing their family story and picture of their hands joined together. This image became the face of our first packet and journal. I am so grateful for their support, continued friendship, and continued advocacy to build awareness of the amazing life and love that comes with having a child with Down Syndrome or any other diagnosis. Follow them on Instagram @t21brogransjourney

Suicide Prevention Resources from LA County Department of Mental Health

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If you or someone you care about is in a crisis, call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at (800) 273-8255 to talk with a caring, trained counselor. It is free, confidential, and available 24/7. The Lifeline is also available in Spanish at (888) 628-9454, through TTY (dial 711 then (800) 273-8255) or via online chat.

Additional resources for you to get help now:

LACDMH Help Line
Crisis and emotional wellness resources
(800) 854-7771
“I’m having thoughts of suicide” (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)
Crisis mental health services
Suicide Prevention Resource Center
Effective prevention resources and programs
LA County Suicide Prevention Network (LASPN)
Mental health professionals, advocates, survivors, researchers and representatives
- 11th Annual Suicide Prevention Summit virtual conference and events hosted by LASPN
National Suicide Prevention Week 2021 (Sept. 5 – 11)
Information and resources to empower individuals, organizations and communities to take action
2021 Suicide Prevention Activation Toolkit (Each Mind Matters)
Tools to help with planning and implementing suicide prevention awareness initiatives

LGBTQ Crisis Hotlines

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LGBTQ crisis hotlines

The Trevor Project
Providing confidential support for LGBTQ youth in crisis, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

TrevorLifeline
1-866-488-7386
Crisis intervention and suicide prevention phone service available 24/7/365.

TrevorChat
Confidential online instant messaging with a Trevor counselor, available 24/7.
Access through a computer.

TrevorText
Text START to 678-678
Confidential text messaging with a Trevor counselor, available 24/7/365.
Standard messaging rates may apply.

SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline
Talk and be heard at the SAGE LGBT Elder Hotline. Connects LGBT older people with friendly responders. For LGBT elders and caretakers.
1-877-360-LGBT (5428)
Confidential support and crisis response, available 24/7.

Trans Lifeline
A 24/7 hotline available in the U.S. and Canada staffed by transgender people for transgender people.
1-877-565-8860 (United States)
1-877-330-6366 (Canada)
Confidential, 24/7 crisis support.

Tinisha Robinson

terepuzzlingstories — 2022-03-08 21:19:13 UTC

Hello dear friends, Tinisha and Carmelo bless us so much by letting us be part of their life journey and now with the "Cool Cam." They provide ongoing support and show us how to just get out there and "do it" with their amazing You Tube channel. They share their life story through their videos, Family love, love for the Lord, and they find Joy in their every day lives. Join us in taking a dive into their daily adventures on You Tube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCViDCJCYkrbsd--Di1m1u2w
You can also follow this amazing and supportive family on Instagram: @Melosjourney

Jasmine Granados

terepuzzlingstories — 2022-03-08 21:19:32 UTC

Jasmine Granados is an amazing creator, mother, and friend. Jasmine recently joined our project and has helped us with expanding the support tools we provide with her digital skills to create shirts, stickers, keychains, and cups. Her talent is endless as well as her love. You can find her craft store on Instagram at @crafts_by_mommajazz
We are so blessed and thankful to have Jasmine and her amazing son as part of our growing family.

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Via by Presence

terepuzzlingstories — 2024-06-18 18:00:53 UTC

As we work on creating our own unique programs for our neurodiverse children with individualized home education and diverse medical needs, we find that assessments can be difficult to attain without Insurance or the Public-School involvement. I have found this new resource to continue to offer the unique support needs for my child with our home school while being supported by a comprehensive psychoeducational assessment. Check them out in the link above.