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What is Aquatic Physical Therapy? Aquatic PT shares the foundation of traditional, land-based physical therapy, however, uses the...

Back-to-school season can bring out ALL kinds of feelings - excitement, nerves, curiosity, and everything in between! At the Boston Ability Center, we’re here to support kids and their families through every step of the transition. We've rounded up some of our favorite children’s books to help ease the back-to-school jitters, boost confidence, and spark meaningful conversations. Whether your child is heading to school for the very first time or just getting back into the swin

Remember how summer seemed to fly by when you were a kid? Somehow it seems to fly EVEN FASTER as an adult! We know the summer months can...

This is a question that we rarely get asked when we evaluate a child for physical therapy , but it is one that we try to tackle in every...

For the second year in a row, the Boston Ability Center staff generated a list of local inclusive activities that we hope will provide...

Summer is often seen as a time for relaxation, fun, and a break from the daily routine. For many kids and families, this also includes...

At the Boston Ability Center, we strive to cultivate a community in which children are valued exactly as they are by maximizing their...

I’m sure many of you have seen our gym spaces at BAC, but have you ever wondered what goes on in our aquatic therapy sessions in the...

At the Boston Ability Center, we understand the importance of nurturing social-emotional learning and building self-regulation skills in...

Boston Ability Center occupational therapists are often asked if they work with children who have dysgraphia - the answer is a resounding...

In recent years, discussions surrounding the diagnosis of sensory processing disorder (SPD) have sparked debates among healthcare...

In recent years, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) made headlines when it updated its developmental milestone...

BAC occupational therapists often work with children who experience sensory processing challenges that can interfere with their ability...

One of the most versatile and enjoyable activities to support a toddler's development is through sensory play, and a sensory bin is one...

The Boston Ability Center speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are back with recommendations for speech sound home practice. Let's focus...

Are you looking for winter themed activities to work on communication skills without braving frigid temps? Our SLPs have your back with...

Additional neurodiversity resources created since our related blog post from April of 2021!

What is Neurodiversity? Just like BIOdiversity explains the variety of plant & animal life on Earth, NEUROdiversity refers to the natural...

As the holiday season unfolds with its twinkling lights, bustling gatherings, and festive cheer, it can also bring challenges, especially...

All month long, BAC clinicians will be bringing you some FUNctional gift ideas! We're rounding out the series by featuring smaller items...