Developmental Consulting
Developmental Consultants monitor development and may offer:
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Individual or group sessions
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Consultation to support developmental goals
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Referrals and liaising with other community and provincial services, as well as services at the Family Connection Centre
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Co-ordination of services
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Assistance with transition into a childcare program, kindergarten and/or adult services
Developmental Consultants can help you and your child with:
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Communication skills
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Learning gross motor skills (rolling, sitting, crawling)
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Questions regarding reflux and digestion
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Strategies to encourage tummy time
A child may be seen by a Developmental Consultant when they have:
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Difficulty communicating
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Difficulty meeting developmental milestones such as crawling, walking, using words etc.
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Challenges with sleeping or eating
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Medical condition or diagnosis that affects a child’s overall development (Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Down’s syndrome, Global Developmental Delay)
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Family members concerned or have questions about the child’s development
What Does a Developmental Consultant do?
How Does a Developmental Consultant Help a Child/Youth and their Family?
How to Make a Referral
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Anyone can refer a child or youth to the Terrace Child Development Centre (TCDC) with permission from the parent or guardian. To refer, you can either call the TCDC at 250-635-9388. You can also fill out a referral form.
If you are unsure whether your child/youth requires physiotherapy, feel free to refer and indicate what your concerns or goals are. Our staff will support and direct you to the appropriate services.
Please contact us if you want more information regarding our programs.