Dot to Dot Early Intervention in Belmont, Victoria | Disability service

Dot to Dot Early Intervention

Locality: Belmont, Victoria

Phone: +61 416 219 475

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• Speech pathologist
• Disability service
• Occupational therapist

23.01.2022 Despite uncertain times, Dot to Dot is committed to achieving our mission of supporting children and their families. We will continue to be available to support you. You dont need to cancel your session if you are not able to attend in person. We have options! Speak to your therapist about your options. Remember you believe in your children. We believe in you. #weareallinthistogether

23.01.2022 Our Christmas party photos are up! We had so much fun and hope you did too!

23.01.2022 Dot to Dot would like to sincerely thank Geelong South Barwon Lions club for their generous donation and ongoing support. We are looking forward to purchasing equipment and resources to assist along with loaning out to our families. Thankyou so much

23.01.2022 A great summary of early childhood intervention for parents. When you can, grab a coffee and sit down to read this. Thank you Early Childhood Intervention Australia

22.01.2022 Is dinner stressful? Is it hard to feed your child? Its not you! Learn why some children have difficulty eating in this free 2 hour online workshop. Call us or your therapist to learn more! https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/parent-workshops/

22.01.2022 We have developed an awesome new group program to allow parents and children to join together in a relaxed learning environment. We are taking expressions of interest for Term 2 so call now!

22.01.2022 Right now we have to stand further away and support you from a distance. We are still here. We still care and we still want to help.

21.01.2022 A beautiful reminder of something that brings us together.

20.01.2022 Help your child communicate through play!!

20.01.2022 Parents hear so many opinions they often become exhausted trying to sift through them all. We enjoy helping parents learn and base therapy on what research says.

20.01.2022 There is no such thing as a perfect parent. The best thing you can do is be a Responive Parent.

18.01.2022 Dot to Dot will be running its last Talkability program for 2019. This program is specificially designed for parents of verbal children ages 3-7 with social communication difficulties. This program teaches parents pratical ways to help their child learn people skills. Limited spots available. For more information please call 0416 219 475

17.01.2022 Our love and thanks to Geelong Mums! for their generous work and donation of Christmas presents. These gifts were given to children receiving early intervention through Dot to Dot. It was an absolute joy to watch our children open their presents from Santa.

17.01.2022 In our opinion, learning within natural settings, beats a clinic room every day!

17.01.2022 Start with big whole arm movements (e.g. blackboards, painting, chalk) before expecting small, fine movements. Children begin with scribbling, then drawing before writing.

17.01.2022 Help your childs brain develop in a way thats proven to affect their perception of the world.

16.01.2022 Its time to plan Term 1! Join us and Chorus Music Therapy Clinic for our new group program, Music Moves run by an Occupational Therapist and Music Therapist! Its for children who need to keep moving but want to be part of a group.

16.01.2022 Sending our best wishes to our families and their loved ones this Christmas. You are all amazing!

16.01.2022 A great way to help your child express themselves is giving them a reason to talk! Sabotage their day! It will take you longer to do things, but pick your moments and in the long run, it will get easier.

15.01.2022 There are so many factors involved in a childs development. Have a look, maybe youll be surprised.

15.01.2022 Did you know that we have an 8th sense that no one talks about? Yes, that's right! We have a hidden sense called "Interoception". The interoceptive system lets our brain know when our internal balance is off by gathering information from the different organs inside our body so that it can restore its balance. For example - we drink water when we are thirsty, we put a jacket on when we are cold. When these signals get tangled within each other, we might not know which actions to take to restore balance inside our bodies and make us feel comfortable. For example - we might keep eating when we might actually be full or refuse to sleep when we are so tired.

14.01.2022 Music Talks is so fun! We use music to support childrens regulation and demonstrate communication strategies. We dance and use instruments to tap into childrens sensory systems so they can participate in a group environment. We love working with Chorus Music Therapy Clinic so please contact them or us to book in for Term 4.

14.01.2022 Its important to figure out why your child is behaving the way they are. When we understand it, we can help them through it.

12.01.2022 A program to help infants and toddlers access therapy as soon as possible! We assess and advocate for infants and toddlers to receive the support they need.

12.01.2022 Topic: How to access respite with your childs NDIS plan.

12.01.2022 Check out our latest group program aimed at reducing anxiety around mealtimes for the whole family. Limited spots available- please contact Julie, our Administration Officer to sign up!

12.01.2022 Feel free to call and let us know how youre going at home. We have lots of great ideas of ways to keep the children occupied and get therapy done!

12.01.2022 Here's a great opportunity to join a support group from the convenience of your home!

12.01.2022 The world of imagination is amazing, and we can guide our children into this world. Make a connection, then introduce a fun idea. Do this as often as you can, then magic will follow.

12.01.2022 Geelong is hosting a FREE 1.5 hour online workshop tomorrow all about advocating for your child! If you're unable to attend it's okay, your early intervention therapist can support you to advocate for your child during their transition to school.

12.01.2022 We are so proud of our team. Every therapist cares and goes above and beyond for our families.

12.01.2022 Learn why we use (adapted) sign language to teach children to communicate and BONUS learn 7 commonly used Auslan signs.

11.01.2022 We are bringing back a much loved Music and Speech Pathology program! Only 3 children per term so contact us ASAP to put your child on the waiting list for Term 1!

10.01.2022 We have a new mascot! Miffy the bunny visited the office on Friday and even attended some home visits!

09.01.2022 Have you ever stepped back and looked at your child’s play space? It should offer play ideas without becoming overwhelming for your child. Take our FOX Therapy Room for example. We have a balance of activities, appealing surroundings, and space so children can move and determine their own use of the room. ... Could your child feel overwhelmed in their play space? Are they under stimulated? Is it hard to concentrate on one activity as there are so many on offer? Having areas of clear floor space allows children to utilize their senses of imaginative play. Also having a choice of 2-3 activities can encourage a child to choose and try different things without being forced into one activity. Putting toys in boxes and out of reach not only creates communication opportunities but reduces the risk of overstimulation. We have included simple decorations up high to make our room feel full and inviting, but left the lower part of the room for children play in. So go ahead, have a look at your child’s play areas and try some of our tips at home!

09.01.2022 Our Christmas Party celebrated all the achievements our families made this year!

08.01.2022 We love this post because it demonstrates the impact seemingly small things can have on families and all the little challenges our children overcome everyday.

07.01.2022 We would like to express our gratitude to Geelong South Barwon Lions Club for their generosity and donation of sensory tools and equipment to Dot to Dot Early Intervention. These tools will not only make a difference in the quality of service that we provide, but also to the quality of lives of our families. We are very grateful, thank you very much! geelongsouthbarwon.vic.lions.org.au

06.01.2022 Announcement! We are setting up a Geelong based chat and chill group for parents of children under 7 who have or may have Verbal Dyspraxia, otherwise known as Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). The group will be facilitated by our lead Speech Pathologist, Laura but attendees are welcome to meet and chat together whenever it suits them.

06.01.2022 Is your child returning to school? Here's a free webinar to help you guide your child with Autism back into the classroom.

05.01.2022 Is it hard for your child to leave you? Here are some awesome ideas to help.

04.01.2022 Hi everyone! Playschool has found a way to explain COVID-19 to children in a fun, educational and calm way. Have a look, we hope it helps!

03.01.2022 Thank you so much Cassie for donating your childs crash mat to our Therapy Resource Library. Dot to Dot families can now borrow it to see if a crash mat will help them too! Cassie, yours and your sons generosity is inspiring.

02.01.2022 As a parent its so hard to know what the right thing is to do. An early intervention professional can guide you along the way.

02.01.2022 A celebration of all the amazing parents and children within Dot to Dot! You have been steadfast throughout this challenging year and you deserve a wonderful Christmas. Our love and best wishes to you from the Dot to Dot team.

02.01.2022 Have you ever stepped back and looked at your child’s play space? It should offer play ideas without becoming overwhelming for your child. Take our FOX Therapy Room for example. We have a balance of activities, appealing surroundings, and space so children can move and determine their own use of the room. ... Could your child feel overwhelmed in their play space? Are they under stimulated? Is it hard to concentrate on one activity as there are so many on offer? Having areas of clear floor space allows children to utilize their senses of imaginative play. Also having a choice of 2-3 activities can encourage a child to choose and try different things without being forced into one activity. Putting toys in boxes and out of reach not only creates communication opportunities but reduces the risk of overstimulation. We have included simple decorations up high to make our room feel full and inviting, but left the lower part of the room for children play in. So go ahead, have a look at your child’s play areas and try some of our tips at home!

01.01.2022 This video explains Dot to Dot's assessment and goal setting process.