Tamiko Teshima, M.A, CCC-SLP Speech-Language Pathologist, Duncan Lake Speech Therapy, LLC If the past few months have taught us anything, it’s that socializing is very difficult during a time of
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Social Stories as a Means to Teach Mask Wearing
Stephanie Naberhaus, M.S., CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist, Building Bridges Therapy Center As everyone knows by now, wearing face masks is one of our many new norms. It’s hard to go into
COVID-19 | Reopening of Therapy Centers Considerations for Families
As therapy centers re-open, parents and caregivers are trying to determine if it’s safe for their child to resume face to face therapy. It’s important to have as much information
Expanding Language Through Bubble Play
Contributed by Randi A. Fried, M.A., CCC-SLP, Speech-Language Pathologist in Metro Detroit and a mom of a child on the Autism Spectrum It’s warming up in Michigan, so it’s finally time
Learning Opportunities Around the Home
Here are ideas for fun, simple activities to do in the home: Create greeting cards for your loved ones to send in the mail. This is a great way to
A Letter From Your ABA Therapist
Karoline Kenville, MA., BCBA., LBA, Early Autism Services Dear Parents, It’s interesting to me how we define “family.” We always look at it as people who we share kinship with.
Mother’s Day 2020
As we approach Mother’s Day, we asked some of our AAoM staff, who are honored to be mothers to individuals with disabilities, to share their insights and memories as mothers.
SHREWD Presentation | Autism Among the Han Justin Marsack Presentation
Autism Among the HanBy Justin Marsack ‘Han’ is the conflict that all humans feel within their soul and is a Korean cultural element. Internal conflict happens to everyone,,but can be
DSP Ally of the Month Dec. ’19 – Alhousseyni Sako!
Alhousseyni Sako is being recognized by the Autism Alliance of Michigan as an outstanding Direct Support Professional for the month of December 2019! For the past three years, Alhousseyni, or
DSP Ally of the Month Nov. ’19 – Deidra Jacobs!
In 2004 a social worker was leading weekly empowerment rights and responsibilities workshops in the classroom for a group of students with disabilities. Deidra was the teacher. From Sheryl for