Tips for Summer Road Trips with the Kids
A few ways to combat the challenges of a summer road trip include great preparation, timing your trip just right, and making a comfortable environment in the car with your child’s favorite things. Read More
Careers in Therapy-Speech Therapy at BY YOUR SIDE
Speech language pathologists, or SLPs, play an important role in helping children with communication issues such as conversation, non-verbal communication and concept skills. At BY YOUR SIDE, we are very fortunate to have several SLPs at both our Burr Ridge and Schaumburg centers who are highly skilled and very dedicated to helping our kids with skills that will be with them for the rest of their lives. Read More
5 Tips for Holiday Shopping With Children on the Autism Spectrum
During the holiday season, malls are decorated with bright colorful lights, trees, Santas, elves and more. While festive, this can be over stimulating for children on the spectrum. Here are some suggestions for making shopping more fun and comfortable for you and your child on the autism spectrum. Read More
Halloween Fun with BY YOUR SIDE
Halloween can be a challenge if you have a child on the autism spectrum. Some parts of the holiday can be overwhelming and scary when your child doesn’t understand or feel in control. The most popular activities such as trick or treating, projects, parties, and wearing costumes can be easier for them to enjoy with a few preparationsRead More
Careers in Therapy-Occupational Therapy at BY YOUR SIDE
There are many rewarding careers in the field of therapy. BY YOUR SIDE has several disciplines of therapy services, which help children in various ways, to address their specific needs. Read More
Back to School Time – Taking Care of You
For a child on the autism spectrum, going back to school and leaving summer behind, can be very difficult. After all, you and your family have gotten into a different daily summer routine. Read More