Therapy West Inc. and Play Studio

04/05/2026

Wishing our clients and families a joyful, hope-filled Easter 💛

04/01/2026

Happy ! Occupational therapy empowers people to participate in the everyday activities that bring meaning, purpose, and independence to their lives.

Join me in celebrating the impact of and the professionals who help individuals and families around the world 🌎 Learn more at aota.org/otmonth

03/31/2026

Spring is here—let’s get moving! 🌷☀️

Outdoor play helps build strength, coordination, and regulation. Try:
🌼 Chalk obstacle courses
🌼 Jumping games
🌼 Playground climbing

Movement supports focus and learning too!

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02/26/2026

Spring is the perfect time to get moving! 🌷☀️ Outdoor play builds balance, coordination, strength, and body awareness. Try:

🌼 Sidewalk chalk obstacle courses
🌼 Hopscotch
🌼 Bike riding
🌼 Playground climbing

Movement supports attention, regulation, and learning too!

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02/26/2026

March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month 💙 Every child develops at their own pace, and support makes a difference. Occupational Therapy helps children build the skills they need for independence, confidence, and participation in daily life. Let’s celebrate abilities, inclusion, and progress this month! 🌟

02/14/2026

Jump, climb, run! 🏃‍♂️ Gross motor play is essential for building strong bodies and confident movers. These activities help develop coordination, balance, strength, and body awareness—all important foundations for everyday skills like sitting at a desk, handwriting, and participating in play.

Try simple activities like obstacle courses, hopscotch, animal walks, climbing at the playground, or jumping games at home. When kids move, they’re not just having fun—they’re building lifelong skills! 💪✨
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02/14/2026

02/03/2026

Did you know that sensory play isn’t just fun—it’s essential for your child’s development? 🌟 Sensory activities help kids explore the world through touch, sight, sound, smell, and movement, supporting skills like focus, coordination, problem-solving, and self-regulation.

Simple activities like rice bins, water play, textured toys, or even finger painting can give children the chance to experiment, learn, and grow in a safe, playful way. 🎨✨

Encourage your little ones to get messy, explore textures, and use their imagination—the benefits last far beyond playtime! 💛

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02/02/2026

Strong hands = strong skills! 💪 Try these fun activities to boost fine motor skills: playdough pinching, clothespin games, or finger painting!

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01/28/2026

January is a great time to strengthen visual-motor integration—the ability to coordinate what the eyes see with what the hands do. Activities like snowflake tracing ❄️, mazes 🧩, puzzles, copying designs ✏️, and block patterns 🧱 support handwriting, spacing, letter formation, and classroom participation. Building these skills through play sets the foundation for academic success ✨.

01/28/2026

Meet Andrea!!