How to have a Successful Halloween Experience

By Ascend Staff Tristika Weaver-Maddox, COTA/L Halloween activities are in full swing, and as you get ready for the big day on October 31,  here are a few tips from our OT expert to help you prepare your kids for Halloween events.  How to create a sensory friendly experience: Costumes: Most pre-made costumes are made…

Ascend is Celebrating April as OT Month

by Ascend staff Christina Pandolfo,  MS, OTR/L, School-Based Occupational Therapist It’s April, and along with our OT community here at Ascend we are celebrating Occupational Therapy Month, where we honor and spotlight our industry and the heartfelt work our dedicated therapists do in both clinic and school-based settings. Below are common questions about Occupational Therapy…