Inspiring TEAM Kid: Bryson!
This video clip shows inspiring TEAM kid, Bryson, working on an art project during his occupational therapy session with TEAM OT Kelly Yates. This is the time of year when many children complete Christmas themed art work. It brings a smile to kids' faces and adults...
Meet TEAM Pediatric OT Lorrie Fleming
Lorrie Fleming completed her Master’s of Occupational Therapy degree from the University of Central Arkansas in 2014. Before joining the TEAM family Lorrie served at Pediatrics Plus in Little Rock. There she provided care to children with special needs within a...
More TEAM Clinics, Same WOW!
Northwest Arkansas now has more TEAM Clinics. TEAM's newest clinic offers over 10,000 square feet of treatment space. In addition to offering land-based occupational therapy, speech therapy and physical therapy, the full service clinic also boasts the region's only...
Wheelchair Halloween Costume Idea
Oh, the endless creative possibilities of a brown cardboard box! Pals Lena Clark and Hannah Laughter TEAMed-up on this smart Rubik's Cube project. Thank you Melissa Foster (Children's Therapy TEAM Occupational Therapist) for sharing this wheelchair Halloween costume...
TEAMworks Around the World
Two TEAMworks crews of therapists have made it safely to their initial service sites. TEAMworks Guatemala is being led by a veteran team of therapists: Speech Therapist Paige Funkhouser, Physical Therapist Nicole La Ferney and Occupational Therapist Kelly Yates....
Abby Kross-Vinson: Hooked on “Amazing Work”
Abby Allman, PT, DPT For years Abby Allman felt a pull toward the field of physical therapy. But it wasn't until Abby began serving as a member of Children's Therapy TEAM's front office staff after completing her Bachelor's Degree at the U of A, that she saw what she...
Meet TEAM at the 2015 Buddy Walk on October 10th
TEAM Occupational Therapist Melissa Foster brings a focus on Down Syndrome with her BLOG POST today. Melissa highlighted a TEAM child with Down Syndrome. She also shared, "Meet TEAM at the 2015 Buddy Walk on October 10th." The Buddy Walk features live music, food,...
The First in Melissa Foster’s Shining Star Series: MOLLY IVY
With encouragement from my colleagues at Children’s Therapy TEAM, I am beginning a Shining Star series in my weekly blog. Periodically, I will spotlight individuals in our community who I think are inspiring. This week I'm highlighting 22-year-old Molly Ivy (diagnosed...
Pediatric OT Amanda Wherry Returns from Central Asia to serve in NWA
Amanda Wherry is a local and international advocate for individuals and families with disabilities. She spent nearly 7 years in a remote area in central Asia developing a hospital pediatric therapy program with teaching in physical, occupational and speech therapy as...
TEAMworks Outreach in 3 Continents
TEAMworks Outreach What a September for TEAMworks Outreach! The Mid-America Accessibility Summit will be held in Springdale, AR at the Holiday Inn Convention Center on September 12th (9am-4pm). Meanwhile, therapists Macey Webb McClary (PT), Allison Schmitz (OT) and...
At Home in NWA, Pediatric PT Ashton Witt Joins TEAM
Ashton Witt's initial love of working with kids with special needs began in high school when she volunteered at a camp for kids with Autism. She shares, "I loved it. I was hooked!" She went on to work with kids with special needs nearly every summer that followed. She...
A Perfect Fit: OT Jordan Pfeifer’s Focus on Pediatrics & Service
Jordan Pfeifer initially became interested in occupational therapy while supporting a childhood friend receiving treatment at the Omaha Children's Hospital. In sharing about her love of pediatrics, Jordan notes, "When a child reaches their goals I"m not only helping...
We have BIG NEWS!
We will soon unveil NWA's only exclusively Pediatric Aquatic Therapy Center!
Motherly Wisdom & Clinical Fieldwork: a great combination for Speech Therapist Jill Whitley
Jill Whitley was first introduced to the profession of Speech-Language Pathology as a mom. One of her three sons received speech services. As a home school mother for nine years, Jill was integrally involved with every element of her sons' education and language...
Kelsie Wideman’s Mission: Improve Children’s Quality of Life
As a Pediatric Physical Therapist, Kelsie Wideman feels privileged to be able to help children achieve their highest level of independence. With a focused mission of improving the quality of life of children, Kelsie received her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the...
Lindsey George’s Kid Connection
Why choose a career in pediatrics? For Lindsey, the answer to this question is clear. She responds, "I'm still a kid at heart!" Having completed a Master's of Science Degree in Speech-Language Pathology in 2009 (UCA), Lindsey eagerly dove into her pediatric work in...
TEAM Joins the Mid-America Accessibility Summit
http://midamericaaccessibilitysummit.com
Making a Difference Around the Globe
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Leadership in Education & Outreach to students like Chris Trout
Serving as a leader in the region, TEAM takes seriously the commitment to sharing our model of care with future professionals like TEAM student intern, Christ Trout. "What I hear, I conceptualize. What I read, I understand. But what I do, becomes part of who I am." -...
Care for her brother with Spina Bifida guides Nicole Atchley’s approach with kids and families
Nicole Atchley grew up visiting the hospital with her family in rural Eastern Arkansas. With a younger brother with Spina Bifida and no local pediatric clinic, hospital visits were a common event. As a curious child Nicole embraced opportunities to learn about human...