CEO Susan Asay Participates in "Climb to Change a Life" Project for Thai Children with Special Needs
Susan Asay, with other members of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization spent the day with children who have special needs helping them to conquer their limitations and climb to the top of Thewada Peak, located outside of Bangkok. It was a touching and emotional day. The Climb to Change a Life Project was founded by the Zy
How to Advocate for your Child with Special Needs
Learn as much as you can about your own child’s special needs by asking a lot of questions. Your child’s doctors, teachers, and therapists, as well as other parents of children with the same special needs can all help you understand what you need to know. Ask a lot of questions and keep good notes.
Meet one of our favorite Occupational Therapists, Mattis Reil
Mattis Reil, a German Occupational Therapist has spent the past 18 months living in a suburb of Chicago with the Baer family. Caring for their son Philly, who has special needs, here are just a few examples of how Mattis has been using his OT background to work with Philly: Taking him to his Occupational
Professional Au Pairs Attend Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference in Chicago
The au pairs hold a professional degree in Occupational Therapy from Germany and had the opportunity to network with American Occupational Therapists and students, attend educational seminars, and learn more about the latest technology in their field. They also had the chance to build their career skills by talking with attendees about their experience as
Finding "Mary Poppins" - Tips from a Seasoned Host Mom
Meet Claudia Riedt, seven-time PROaupair host mom and special needs parent. Watch this video as she shares helpful advice and insights about her family's process for finding the next "Super Woman and Mary Poppins" professional au pair. Au pair candidates are added to the pool on a continuous basis and I may log