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08/03/2026

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06/03/2026

Occupational Therapy Using Sensory Integration Improves Function in Autism

Children with autism often have difficulties in managing their daily lives due to occupational performance difficulties in activities related to their roles. The study aimed to examine the efficacy of occupational therapy using sensory integration on occupational performance in children with autism. Thirty-five children aged 3 to 10 years with autism were randomly assigned to an intervention group (n = 16) or a control group (n = 19). The intervention group received occupational therapy using sensory integration combined with an evidence-based Home Program, while the control group received only the Home Program. Both interventions were delivered once weekly for 16 sessions over four months. Occupational performance was assessed through Canadian Occupational Performance Measure, with individualized goals identified through Goal Attainment Scaling. The goals identified via Canadian Occupational Performance Measure were interpreted in the context of sensory processing patterns and emotional-behavioral responses assessed by the Sensory Profile, providing a data-driven approach to tailor intervention goals. The intervention group demonstrated significantly higher scores in assessing occupational performance (p =.036) and satisfaction (p =.034). The intervention group also achieved the highest + 1 score in Goal Attainment Scaling (n = 5, 31.3%). therapy using sensory integration, combined with a structured Home Program, effectively enhances occupational performance and goal attainment in children with autism, highlighting the value of child-centered, data-driven interventions.

Cited:
Çorakcı Yazıcıoğlu, Z., Bumin, G. Occupational Therapy Using Sensory Integration for Enhancing Occupational Performance in Children with Autism: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Autism Dev Disorder (2025). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10803-025-06970-1

07/01/2026

New Year, New Adventures! 🎈✨
As we step into this new year, we look forward to new goals, new milestones, and many small victories along the way. 💛
Here’s to supporting every child’s journey with care, patience, and joy.
Happy New Year from all of us at Rise Up!

25/12/2025

This Christmas, our ELFs are busy opening gifts, eating sweets and playing all day long! Thank you for being part of our community! Wishing you a joyful and festive holiday season 🎄✨

24/12/2025

Christmas can be magical, but it can also be overwhelming for some children. Here are a few gentle tips to help make the season feel safer and calmer. 🎄✨

👀Visual Tips
* Steady Lights: Use warm white lights instead of flashing, multicolored ones.
* Reduce Clutter: Decorate minimally to avoid overwhelming displays.
* Dimmer Switches: Control light intensity where possible.

👂🏻Auditory Tips
* Noise Reduction: Use ear defenders in loud environments.
* Calm Music: Play soft background music or listen to calming playlists.
* Quiet Spaces: Designate a calm, quiet room for breaks.

💪🏻Tactile & Proprioceptive Tips
* Comfortable Clothes: Wear cozy clothes - Avoid scratchy fabrics.
* Weighted Items: Use weighted blankets or lap pads for deep pressure.
* Fidgets & Chews: Provide fidget toys, chewable jewelry, or gum for self-regulation.

👃🏼👅Olfactory & Gustatory Tips
* Familiar Foods: Offer preferred snacks and drinks, like hot chocolate.
* Sensory Bins: Create bins with scented rice, playdough (gingerbread, candy cane), or water.

🏈🩰Activity & Routine Tips
* Flexibility in activities: Adjust activities to your needs; don’t overcommit.
* Plan for Breaks: Schedule downtime and have an exit strategy for busy events.
* Sensory Preparation: Use pictures or social stories to prepare for new experiences.
* Calm Play: Enjoy sensory activities like making cookies or watching movies.
* Sensory backpack: include fidget toys and crunchy/chewy snacks

Inspired by the best at Hopschotch Children’s Therapy Center and .mylonadis ❤️🎄🎅🏻

28/11/2025

This new study investigated executive function in adults with DCD. The researchers found that almost 50% of study participants with DCD also showed signs of difficulties with executive function which impacted on their overall wellbeing.

This highlights the need to also support participation in adults with DCD.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bjpt.2025.101537

22/10/2025

22/09/2025

🗓️05/10/25 🕙10:00-13:00
Το καθιερωμένο μας ραντεβού στη φύση, πλησιάζει!
Σας περιμένουμε όλους στον Εκδρομικό χώρο Μερίκας, Καλου χωριου Ορεινης, να προσφέρουμε, διασκεδάζοντας και μαθαίνοντας!!
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Η απόλυτη πολυαισθητηριακή εμπειρία, για όλη την οικογένεια

-Πολυαισθητηριακή Εξερεύνηση για βρέφη 6-18 μηνών, με την αγαπημένη μας Despina Ioannou
-Μουσικός Παραμυθάς "Η Μαγισούλα που λάτρευε τα δέντρα" Νίκος Χριστοδούλου
-Φυσικοί Messy Play σταθμοί
-Φύτευση μυρωδικών βοτάνων Rise Up Children’s Therapy Center
-Γνωρίζουμε τροφές της φύσης, παρέα με τη διατροφολόγο της ομάδας NutriLife by Ioanna Masoura NutriPlay by Ioanna Masoura
-Διαδραστικό Μουσικό Εργαστήρι "Μια ιστορία 2 φύλλων"
-Facepainting Skevi Karavella
-Χειροτεχνίες και κατασκευές με φυσικά υλικά
-Κυνήγι θησαυρού στο δάσος
-Live bbq

⚜️Φέτος η εκδήλωση τελείται υπο την αιγίδα του Κοινοτικού Συμβουλίου Καλού χωριού Ορεινης
Καλό Χωριό Ορεινής

14/08/2025

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Σε περιμένουμε, στο επικό κλείσιμο του καλοκαιριού! Ραντεβού 20/09, στο Ammos🌊🐚🩴
MESSY PLAY ON THE BEACH III

09/08/2025

☀️ Summer Break Announcement ☀️
Our therapy center will be closed from August 11th to August 22nd for the summer holidays.

We’ll be back refreshed and ready to welcome you again soon! 🌿
Wishing everyone a happy, relaxing summer filled with sunshine, rest, and joy. 🌸

💛 See you after the break!

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07/08/2025

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Ανανεωμένο και πανέτοιμο να αποχαιρετίσει το Καλοκαιράκι, όπως ακριβώς του αξίζει!!
Με δροσιά, διασκέδαση, χαρά και πολύ πολύ παιχνίδιιιι!

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29/05/2025

Αγαπημένο μας μελίσσι,
στις 05/07/25 και ωρα 17:00-18:00 θα πραγματοποιηθεί εργαστηράκι μουσικοκινητικής αγωγής, για βρέφη 6-24 μηνών!

Φασαριόζικα κουτάλια, θορυβώδη αβγουλάκια και πολύχρωμα μαντήλια, θα στήσουνε χορό, για το πιο Μουσικό Σάββατο του Ιούλη🐝🎶🪕🪇🥁🎵🎹

Μελισσάκια κοπιάστε να περάσουμε φανταστικά, να χτίσουμε πολυτιμες αναμνήσεις, αναπτύσσοντας ταυτόχρονα δεκάδες δεξιότητες😊🐝❣️

Περιορισμένος αριθμός θέσεων👈
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