OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy

Occupational Therapy

Shining Stars’ provides in-home, community and center-based Occupational Therapy. Shining Stars’ Occupational Therapists work collaboratively with Instructor Therapists and families to deliver a fulsome and comprehensive plan for our clients.

Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapists can provide Support in the following areas:

  • Personal Health and Well-Being

  • Co-regulation and self-regulation

  • Fine and Gross Motor skills

  • Sensory processing

  • Toileting, feeding, dressing and eating

  • Daily living skills

When to determine if it’s necessary to seek Occupational Therapy

Birth to 12 Months

Baby can:

  • Grasp and release objects; can switch objects from one hand to the next and to mouth; grabs objects off of flat surfaces; reaches out for objects.

  • Crawl; sit with enough support to free hand for activity; pulls self to standing position.

  • Use lips/tongue to bite down and chew; feeds self with fingers; holds a cup, seek out comfort when unhappy or in distress.

  • Identify family members.

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12 Months to 24 Months

  • Transitions up and down steps with feet coming together on each step.

  • Rolls and kicks a ball.

  • Able to differentiate between edible and non-edibles.

  • Accepts receiving of personal care needs.

  • Explores area and returns to familiar adult.

  • Holds a writing tool to scribble; grasps two objects with one hand.

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24 Months to 3 Years Old

  • Alternates feet on stairs; sits on riding toy and pushes with feet.

  • Dresses himself and indicates washroom needs.

  • Holds items with fingers.

  • Demonstrates scissor skills, can screw lids on/off and turn doorknobs.

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3 Years Old to 4 Years Old

  • Jumps with two feet.

  • Washes hands and brushes teeth.

  • Swallows food before taking additional bites.

  • Dresses self (except for fasteners).

  • Pedals a tricycle.

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4 Years Old to 5 Years Old

  • Uses a dominant hand to print.

  • Can draw lines and shapes.

  • Catches a ball; hops on one foot; plays on playground equipment.

  • Turn on tap; blows own nose and uses washroom independently.

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5 Years Old to 6 Years Old

  • Draws accurate person; cuts along lines.

  • Can bead,and build with Lego.

  • Eats and dresses independently.

  • Skips, hops, jumps; throws and catches a ball of various sizes.

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Physiotherapy

Shining Stars multi-disciplinary team, with the support and collaboration of our Speech-Langauge Pathologist, Clinical Supervisor, Instructor Therapists and Occupational Therapist, includes the support of physiotherapy. Shining Stars’ physiotherapist can provides fulsome assessment, consultation and supports for children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other related disorders.

Get Support with the Following Skills?

  • Motor skills

  • Balance and coordination

  • Providing exercise and fitness programming for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

  • Addressing the musculoskeletal system and how it influences functioning

Interested in Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy for your child?

Book an Intake with Our Team to Learn More.

Testimonials

What Parents Are Saying

Aisha

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"Rania is exceptionally nice and a vibrant lady. I was pleased with all of the tips and personalized information given to help my son. I am extremely pleased with his progress. She is very talented, delighted and a dedicated, supportive and patient tutor."

Lisa

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"I highly recommend Rania Ghobrial to anyone looking for fun, effective and knowledgeable support for their child. Rania's passion for children is evident in her interactions with them and her knowledge base is extensive. We are so happy to have her join our team!"

Bonnie

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"My daughter has been going to Shining Stars for about 10 months and I could not be happier with her progress. Everyone there is just so amazing. She loves attending and I just love how much she enjoys it. I just wish I had found this wonderful place sooner"

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