Sensory Smart Strategies for Real-Life Challenges

Description

This presentation will demystify sensory processing difficulties in young children, emphasizing practical strategies and solutions for maximizing participation in self-care, playing, and learning. Upon completion attendees will be able to:
1. Define sensory processing and recognize sensory processing challenges in children with emphasis on ages birth-3.
2. Understand how sensory challenges impact behavior and learning.
3. Implement at lease 15 "sensory diet" activities and environmental modifications to help young children reach and maintain the optimal states of arousal.
4. Use strategies to cope with sensitivity to noise, touch, movement, sights, tastes and smell, and sensory overload.
5. Share "sensory smart" strategies with others.

Location Radisson Hotel & Conference Center
200 S Bell School Road
Rockford, IL 61108
Date 6/6/2017 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Check in 8:00 AM)
Sponsor Child & Family Connections #1 and Illinois EI Training Program
Trainer Lindsey Biel, OTR/L
Contact Dee Dee Lowery/CFC #1 (815) 654-6170 deedee@accessni.com
Principles 1. Support families
2. Active participation
3. Collaborative relationships
4. Specific IFSP goals
5. Comprehensive plans
6. Periodic monitoring
8. Quality services
Credit Hours 0.75 - Assessment
1.0 - Atypical Development
2.75 - Intervention
1.0 - Typical Development
Cost $45.00 if paid by 5/5/17. $60 after 5/5/17.
Status Closed