Caregiver Support and Education
Through participation in these workshops, caregivers will gain:
Awareness of common developmental delays in children
Knowledge on identifying early red flags
Knowledge of how to deal with a diagnosis
Specific knowledge of their child’s particular journey
Enhance their abilities to support their children
The knowledge to implement real-life medically proven strategies
at home-
A support system and meet others who understand their journey
Coping skills to promote wellness
Topic specific information (depending on workshop topic)
Our therapy based caregiver online and in-person education and support program offers essential resources for parents of children needing assistance with daily living skills, sensory processing, and motor development. Parents can learn practical strategies for creating a supportive home environment, implementing therapeutic activities, and fostering independence in their children. By participating in these programs, caregivers gain valuable knowledge and skills to help their children thrive, while also benefiting from a community of understanding and support.
Workshops Include Information About
Developmental Milestones
A developmental milestone refers to a skill or ability that most children achieve by a certain age range. These milestones are typically categorized into different areas of development such as physical (like walking or crawling), cognitive (such as problem-solving or understanding concepts), social-emotional (like interacting with others), and language (such as speaking and understanding words). They are used by pediatricians and caregivers to monitor a child’s growth and development, ensuring they are progressing as expected. Milestones can vary slightly from child to child but provide a general guideline for normal development.
Red Flags
In the context of child development, “red flags” refer to signs or indicators that may suggest a child is not meeting typical developmental milestones or may have a developmental delay or disorder. These red flags can vary depending on the specific area of development (e.g., physical, cognitive, language, social-emotional) but generally include behaviors or characteristics that are significantly outside the expected range for a child’s age.
Coping Skills
Caring for a child with special abilities can present unique challenges for parents, but there are coping skills and strategies that can help manage the stress and emotional demands. One of the most important coping skills is to seek support and educate yourself. From The Heart Therapy’s Caregiver Support and Education Program provides both of these.
Frequently Asked Questions
All parents would benefit from this coaching, specifically those with children with developmental conditions.
We offer in-person and virtual classes.