TEAM Up at Kidsource
Sensory Wellness & Family Training
The TEAM Up program at Kidsource exists to facilitate functionality with play and parent-led therapeutic intervention for families of children with sensory processing challenges, including Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism, ADHD, anxiety, feeding disorders, or developmental delays.
About Sensory Processing
Our sensory systems help us interpret the world around us. A functioning sensory processing system is one that can work in unity to help understand the world and engage with people effectively. An unwell sensory system cannot effectively adapt, resulting in delays in relational connection, self-care, and general development.
We address sensory processing challenges by looking for the following warning signs:
Infants & Toddlers
- Problems eating or sleeping.
- Refusal to go to anyone but mom for comfort.
- Irritable when being dressed; uncomfortable in clothing.
- Rarely plays with toys.
- Resists cuddling, arches away when held.
- Cannot calm self; colicky.
- Floppy or stiff body; motor delays.
Preschoolers
- Over-sensitive to touch, noises, smells, or other people.
- Difficulty making friends; prefers to play alone or with a large amount of space between self and peers.
- Difficulty dressing, eating, sleeping, or toilet training.
- Clumsy, poor motor skills; weak.
- In constant motion, in everyone else’s “face and space.”
- Frequent or long temper tantrums.
- Aggressive, rough in play.
- Difficulty transitioning; over-reliant on schedules.
Grade-Schoolers
- Over-sensitive to touch, noise, smells, or other people.
- Easily distracted, fidgety, craves movement, or difficulty staying in seat.
- Easily overwhelmed, worried, or startled.
- Plays with the same toys over and over; not willing to try new games or toys.
- Difficulty with handwriting or motor activities.
- Difficulty making friends.
- Unaware of pain; high tolerance of pain.
- Unaware of other people.
Adolescents & Adults
- Over-sensitive to touch, noise, smells, and other people.
- Poor self-esteem; afraid of failing at new tasks.
- Lethargic & slow.
- Always on-the-go; impulsive; distractible.
- Leave tasks uncompleted.
- Clumsy, slow, poor motor skills, or poor handwriting.
- Difficulty staying focused
- Unmotivated; never seems to get joy from life.
Parent-Led Therapeutic Intervention
At Kidsource, we believe that parent or caregiver involvement is essential in the therapy process. Through participating in parent-led therapeutic intervention, parents will –
- Be able to identify the sensory processing needs of their child.
- Understand how to meet these sensory processing needs so the child can function across all settings.
- Understand how to meet these sensory processing needs so the child can function across all settings.
What is TEAM Up All About?
TEAM Up is a specialized and intensive program focused on sensory wellness and family training. The program provides–
- One-On-One Parent Training
- Focus on Family Goals
- Specialized Sensory Processing Therapy
- Use of DIR Floortime
- Private Use of Our Sensory Treatment Facility
- An Intensive, Short-Term Treatment Model
- Focus on Evidence-Based Practices
- Training & Use of Our Integrative Listening System (ILS)
- An In-Depth Consultation with Your Family
- A Customized Plan of Care for Clinic & Home Settings
The TEAM Up Difference
Our approach is not a standard one-size-fits-all formula but a customized treatment program built to fit each family’s needs. This program is a part of the most effective and holistic treatment for children struggling with sensory challenges. TEAM Up provides a short-term increase in frequency and intensity of treatment combined with in-depth parent training and education.
We also give participating families access to our state-of-the-art equipment, including an obstacle course, rock wall, oversized foam pit, zip line, and specialized therapy swings. These encourage the development of meaningful play, body awareness, strength, and relationship building.
The greatest tool we utilize in TEAM Up is the parent. Our goal is to empower each parent to facilitate the highest level of their child’s success. We do this by giving them hands-on training in therapy sessions and one-on-one parent meetings with their TEAM Up therapists.
Hear From A Kidsource Family
“The parental involvement with TEAM Up is so awesome because it makes a difference in your everyday life. They give you the tools to help your child progress every day.”
— Chantelle Bisbee
You’re Not Alone
We’re dedicated to educating and empowering families of children with sensory needs or diagnoses such as Sensory Processing Disorder, Autism, ADHD, anxiety, feeding disorders, or developmental delays. If you’re interested in parent training and education, contact us to learn more about our TEAM Up program.
