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Latest Posts

We raised more than $1100

We raised more than $1100 at our Garage Sale last weekend and we hope to raise more this Saturday at a repeat sale in San Pedro.  Watch this space for news!

Included vs. Integral

The difference between being included in a classroom and being integral to the classroom. Getting to Integral If you are included in my class, it means your name is on my class roster.  Included means I have a hook in the closet labeled with your name.  Included means every day a chair will be reserved… [Continue Reading]

Supporting Feeding & Oral Development in Young Children

Support Feeding & Oral Development in young children with Down Syndrome, Congenital Heart Disease and Feeding difficulties. feeding_oral_development

FOOD PROGRESSIONS FOR BITING AND CHEWING

Learning to bite and chew foods efficiently is influenced by the sensory properties of the food and it’s placement in the mouth. As with any new skill, progress is determined by the specific challenges presented by the food and the degree of success achieved by the learner. The challenge for the parent or therapist is… [Continue Reading]

From Milk to Table Foods: A Parent’s Guide to Introducing Food Textures

Learning to eat foods, from the first bites of baby cereal to regular table foods, is a long process. For children with Down syndrome, learning to coordinate tongue and mouth movements from the first bites of baby cereal to eating table foods takes longer and can cause parents concern. Disability Solutions 3-3

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Upcoming Events

  • February Playdate

    Sun, Feb 26 2012 - 9:30 AM

    Please join us for our first Play Date of 2012 at Kids in Motion (www.mykidsinmotion.com), an innovative, private physical, speech, and occupational therapy practice
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  • SBDSA Board Meeting

    Tue, Feb 28 2012 - 7:30 PM

    All meetings start promptly at 7:30. Please be on time.
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  • Wednesday Evening Parent Support Meeting

    Wed, Mar 21 2012 - 7:30 PM

    Come join us for some good food and good company at the new Panera Bread in Torrance. No topic is set... so come with some conversation starters (like that's ever a problem!!). Hope to see a big turn out there... Social Night is always a good time!

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Exceeding Expectations. Moving Forward.

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To create a community that demonstrates acceptance, inclusion and appreciation for those who have Down syndrome through outreach and education.

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