OT For Kidz
PARENT RESOURCE CORNER
Here at Occupational Therapy For Kidz,
we believe it is important to build the right team for children.
It takes a village!
Independent of OT For Kidz,
here are some resources that may be helpful to families.
Resources
Developmental Optometrist
Dr. Michele Bessler, owner
and director of Long Island Optometric Vision Development
Developmental vision evaluations are different from basic eye examinations. Hidden vision disorders can challenge the child’s ability to learn on an ongoing basis. Common vision problems may interfere with reading, writing, classroom or academic performance.
516-334-9385
Speech Therapist
Dr. Tempii Champion 917-217-8051
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Dr. Champion is a dedicated pediatric Speech Language Pathologist committed to empowering children through effective communication. She takes RSAs, Preschool Contracts, and accepts multiple insurances.
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Speech Therapist
Tiffany Blake Tiffany.alyssa.blake@gmail.com
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Tiffany is a dedicated pediatrics Speech therapist who is passionate about working with children. She takes RSAs, and Preschool Contracts.
Nutritional Intervention
Kelly Dorfman, licensed
nutrition dietitian and holistic health program planner
Nutritional Interventionist to support brain health. Author of "Cure Your Child with Food"
Kelly helps parents, medical professionals, teachers and caretakers identify possible dietary links to sensory processing issues, behavior and learning as well as links to ear infections, allergies, stomach aches, frequent colds, etc.
301-340-2239
More Resources
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Northport Wellness Center 631-262-8505
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Holistic nutritional center. The brain requires proper nutrition! Proper nutrition supports sensory-based behaviors.
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Disclaimer
It is suggested to contact your child's healthcare provider to collaborate with any of these resources. Information obtained should not be used to disregard medical and/or health-related advice by your child's qualified healthcare provider.
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The Detoxx Bar 718-949-0008
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Natural Juices, Herbal Teas and More!
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NYC Dept. of Education
Parents can reach out to their local school district if there are concerns regarding their preschool or school-age child's development and/or school performance. Free services are available. If your child has already been found eligible for occupational therapy services, parents may request authorization to obtain services here at the facility of OT For Kidz IF services are not available in their child's schools. Keep in mind we also provide private services.
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This daughter and mother duo created this platform with the goal of helping families living with a loved one with a developmental disability.
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lnspiration Quote: What may be your obstacle, may be your path!
- NYSOTA 2019 Conference Paula Kramer, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA