Calming Belt

Coconut Telegraph

Child Protection Center recently received a generous donation of Sensory Belts from Creator Matt Bruback to help assist children during the evaluation and rehabilitation process. The belts have been proven to help calm children suffering from anxiety and sensory related disorders such as autism and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).  Local Occupational Therapist Kristen Bohan stated, “Children often experience an improved calmness and centering with this simple tool. Parents and teachers love the ease of having access to something with immediate impact to help children succeed throughout their day.” 

 

 

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