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Empowering Artistry: The Impact of Art Mart
Art has the incredible power to heal, transform, and connect. At Life Skills Village we believe in harnessing this creative force to empower our clients and strengthen our community. Our Art Mart celebrates the remarkable talents of our clients, providing them with a platform to showcase their work and make a lasting impact. On…
What is Executive Functioning?
Do you often plan for an upcoming trip? Pay attention to traffic or to what a waiter is saying? Find yourself multitasking when watching your children and making dinner? Or bite your tongue when someone or something angers you? Chances are you have and have done it quite easily. That is your executive functioning…
What is the best way to recover after having a stroke?
Having a stroke is a serious and often life-threatening medical condition that occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted, resulting in damage to brain cells. The effects of a stroke can be devastating, and recovery can be a long and challenging process. However, with the right approach, it is possible to regain some…
Parkinson’s Disease: A Journey Through the Stages of Loss
Introduction: Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a chronic and degenerative condition that primarily affects the movement and coordination of the body. Parkinson’s disease can be devastating, both for the person diagnosed and their loved ones. As the disease progresses, it can cause significant changes to…
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy… What are the differences?
Occupational therapy (OT) and physical therapy (PT) are two closely related professions within the realm of rehabilitative healthcare. Although they share many similarities in their overarching goals, they differ significantly in their approaches, target populations, and specific treatments. This article aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the unique roles played by occupational therapists and…
What is Occupational Therapy?
Occupational Therapy (OT) is a branch of healthcare that helps people gain or regain independence in their everyday lives following injury, illness, or disability. Occupational therapists work with people who are born with or acquire physical, cognitive, or sensory deficits. These deficits or impairments in function can be caused by: cerebral palsy, torticollis, spina bifida,…
How serious is Parkinson’s Disease?
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects the dopamine-producing neurons in the brain. It is a chronic and progressive disease that affects approximately 10 million people worldwide. The severity of Parkinson’s disease can vary greatly from person to person, with some experiencing mild symptoms and others experiencing severe disability. Parkinson’s disease is characterized by…
Can you cure Cerebral Palsy?
What is Cerebral Palsy? Cerebral Palsy is caused by damage to the developing brain, usually during pregnancy, childbirth, or shortly after birth. CP affects about 1 in 500 children and is a lifelong condition. While there is no cure for cerebral palsy, there are various treatments and therapies available to help manage symptoms and improve…
Parkinson’s Disease incidents are much higher than previously expected – according to new study
This past Thursday, December 14th 2022, a New Study showcasing the rise in over 30,000 more cases of PD than previously expected… The study was released by Allison Willis at Penn Medicine – The University of Pennsylvania Health System. The information in this article is sourced directly from that article in short. Initial Findings “Disease…
Does My Child Need Occupational Therapy?
What is Occupational Therapy? Occupational therapy helps individuals participate and perform in their everyday life activities in their home and community, including school, workplace, and social settings. Occupational therapy focuses on assisting and improving the physical, psychosocial, sensory-perceptual, and cognitive skills that support engagement in daily activity to increase independence and quality of life. How…