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Treating Teenage Clients with a Purpose

Treating Teenage Clients with a Purpose

Posted by Deanna Macioce, MS, OTR/L on Jul 23rd 2019

Occupational therapy focuses on the “occupations” of an individual. We are trained to help assess what these are for our clients in order to help them grow stronger and more independent. Many times … read more
Keeping the Value of Cursive Writing Alive

Keeping the Value of Cursive Writing Alive

Posted by Deanna Macioce, MS, OTR/L on May 29th 2019

There is a growing conversation and debate about the teaching of handwriting in our schools, but more specifically the art of cursive writing. In an age where we see more and more technology being … read more
Keeping Yourself Dynamic

Keeping Yourself Dynamic

Posted by Deanna Macioce, MS, OTR/L on Mar 26th 2019

It seems as if no matter what realm of life we look at, we feel as if it is running out of control. Whether it is the household chore list, the ongoing paperwork and treatment planning at work, or … read more
Skillfully Scheduling Summer

Skillfully Scheduling Summer

Posted by Deanna Macioce, MS, OTR/L on Feb 13th 2019

As many of us are looking out our windows seeing the snowflakes fall and the temperatures drop, we can only be dreaming of the summer days ahead. However, if you are a parent, now is the time to be … read more
Putting "Play" on the Christmas List

Putting "Play" on the Christmas List

Posted by Deanna Macioce, MS, OTR/L on Dec 10th 2018

A doctor named Stuart Brown has said, “Play leads to brain plasticity, adaptability and creativity. Nothing fires up the brain like play.” So, I ask, what are we doing as parents, teachers and ther … read more