If you’ve ever had the chance to witness an occupational or speech therapy session where an animal was skillfully involved, you know about the magic that can happen. This method, Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT), is a growing field associated with research-backed benefits in emotional regulation, social exploration, communication, and functional skill development. At Blume, we have begun incorporating AAT through partnering with a specially trained facility dog named Cordeli

Summer is winding down and the school year has just begun. This time can bring changes, excitement, stress, and questions, so we’ve come up with a few tips to support you and your child as they transition back to school. 

You may have learned about the five senses - taste, smell, hearing, touch, and sight. But did you know that we actually rely on eight different sensory systems to understand and engage with the world around us?  In this blog post, we’ll explore each of the eight senses and how they support your child’s development, regulation, and ability to participate in meaningful activities.