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Early Detection is Key – Support for Children with Autism

During the first years of your child’s life, it is important to watch and listen closely as your child interacts with you and others. You can pick up clues to potential developmental disabilities and seek assistance early. Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong developmental disability often linked to challenges with communication skills. ASD affects the way your child’s brain processes information and how the brain’s nerve cells connect and organize. ASD affects … Read more

How to Support Your Child’s Fine Motor Skill Development

Fine motor skills help children perform important tasks such as feeding themselves, grasping and picking up objects, and using something to write with. Developing fine motor skills in a child’s early years helps them accomplish self-care, such as buttoning or zipping up their clothing, tying their shoes, and brushing their teeth. Performing these fine motor tasks helps build their self-esteem and confidence.   Activities to help support your child’s fine motor development: Infants: Add a … Read more

Supporting Your Child’s Developing Problem-Solving Skills

Developing problem solving skills helps children make good choices. Effective problem-solving skills result in children who are happier, more confident, and more independent. By the time a child is 3 years old, they enjoy experimenting with materials of all kinds. Using lots of items develops their problem-solving through trial and error. Four-year-olds mostly enjoy solving problems with their friends and working together. Try these activities to support your child’s problem-solving development: Infants: Peek-a-boo and hiding objects … Read more

Medicaid Unwinding Updates

Dear Families, there is important information regarding the Medicaid Unwinding Updates that will affect millions of families across the state of Florida. Please click here to see what you will need to know and do to be prepared for this process.

Dental Care Tips for Children

When was the last time your child visited the dentist? Are they brushing their own teeth yet? Check out this flyer for tips on teaching your child about taking care of their teeth!