 February is National Children's Dental Health Month
While many children struggle with practicing healthy oral habits, children with special needs experience increased challenges when it comes to dental hygiene and visiting the dentist. They may be extra sensitive to having tooth brushes, floss and special dental instruments in their mouths. They may also be unable to tolerate the sensory overload of bright lights and loud sounds. With at home practice of healthy habits and gentle exposure to what to expect at the dentist, children with special needs can master a visit to the dentist. Parents can use the social script CD "My Healthy Smile" to practice good hygiene behaviors at home and prepare their child for a squeaky clean visit. |
Learn from Fraser Experts
What's Next? A Workshop for Families of Children Diagnosed with Asperger's Disorder
This seminar is designed for families of children who have recently been diagnosed with Asperger's. Parents, grandparents and caregivers are encouraged to attend to learn more about the signs of Asperger's, diagnosis process and explanation of the disorder, an overview of available services and interventions, a parent panel who will share their personal stories, and a community resource panel.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
8:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Fraser Child & Family Center - Minneapolis
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Program in the Spotlight
Feeding Therapy
Many children with autism spectrum disorders and other disabilities struggle with feeding challenges. Children with sensory issues are rigid in the foods they eat because of taste or texture, while children with motor difficulties have trouble chewing and swallowing. The goal of the Fraser feeding clinic is to gradually increase children's tolerance and ability to eat a variety of foods. Children receive treatment based on a feeding evaluation, which is completed by a team of a psychologist, speech-language pathologist and an occupational therapist. Fraser clinicians evaluate between 40-50 children each year. For more information on the Fraser Feeding Clinic, read our fact sheet or call the intake coordinator at 612-331-9413. |
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