Here are some some tips for parents who are planning on travelling with their child who either uses a mobility aid, is overly active, dislikes loud noises or crowded places, seeks/avoids certain textures, or dislikes changes.
Travelling with my child who requires additional support – What should I prepare? Read More »
Social skills are essential in helping children form positive and meaningful relationships with others, as well as navigate social situations. Speech therapist Danica Tan highlights the development of social skills in young children and how adults can facilitate this process with different strategies and activities.
Developing social skills in young children Read More »
Acquiring a physical disability is often more than just a physical or tangible loss. In this article, senior social worker Angela Chung sheds light on the grief and loss arising from the onset of physical disabilities in adults and the elderly.
How does a person with acquired disabilities get back into the pool, and what are the benefits of aquatic activities? SPD Transition to Employment’s physiotherapist Dylan Koh have the answers in this episode of the “Have a SPlenDid Day” series.
Aquatic activities: A full body workout for persons with spinal cord injuries Read More »
How do we show our love to our children in ways that they can feel it? Knowing their love language and using it to express our love can help us to connect with our kids better.
Show your child you love them, speak their love language Read More »
The size of a child’s vocabulary has been linked to overall school achievement both socially and academically. SPD speech therapists share tips on how parents can help their child expand on their vocabulary.
Importance of vocabulary in the school-aged years Read More »
Play is an important part of a child’s learning and development journey. Our speech therapist Lynnette shares how parents can support their child in understanding and using language through play.
Kids Learning to Communicate Through Play Read More »
In conjunction with Valentine’s Day on 14 February, our social worker-turned-volunteer manager Khoo Khee Ling, sheds some light on the realities that couples face after one acquires a disability.
What Happens in a Marriage When a Spouse Acquires Disability Read More »
Do you find yourself having to prepare a different meal from the rest of the family for your child because he has specific food preferences? How do you encourage him to eat a wider range of food? Here’s how you could tackle these challenges at mealtimes.
Picky eating—How to Encourage Your Child to Eat a Range of Food Read More »
The ease of purchase of PMAs from unaccredited sellers is a cause for worry as they may not meet the necessary safety regulations, and the sellers may not provide proper education on their usage.
Safe Purchase and Use of PMAs Read More »
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