2020 GIFT GUIDE FOR CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

It’s officially the holiday season, and there’s one thing on every child’s mind: toys. Finding the perfect gifts for kids ...
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REMOTE LEARNING TIPS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS

Back to school looks quite different this year for both families and teachers. As students and parents adjust to their ...
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DEMYSTIFYING THE EARLY INTERVENTION EVALUATION PROCESS

The first three years of a child’s life is packed with developmental milestones. While all kids learn and grow at ...
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LIFEROOTS CONTINUING TO OFFER EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES THROUGH TELEHEALTH

Although the COVID-19 health emergency has continued to suspend face-to-face Early Intervention services, LifeROOTS has been providing young children and ...
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HOW PEDIATRIC SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY CAN IMPROVE YOUR CHILD’S COMMUNICATION ABILITIES

Pediatric speech-language pathologists will work with children and teens to help them communicate more effectively by honing their verbal and ...
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HOW TO PLAN FOR YOUR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILD’S FUTURE

June is a time of transition for many families. From children starting summer programs to moving to the next grades ...
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WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR CHILD IS DIAGNOSED WITH A DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY

Your child is acting out, struggling in school, or isn’t meeting milestones on time. They may not be able to ...
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WHY IT’S SO IMPORTANT TO CONTINUE YOUR CHILD’S OT SERVICES DURING THE COVID-19 HEALTH EMERGENCY … AND HOW TELEHEALTH CAN KEEP YOUR CHILD ON TRACK

Occupational Therapy, or OT, is a treatment meant to improve fine and gross motor skills, as well as motor planning. ...
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EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES AVAILABLE THROUGH TELEHEALTH

Although COVID-19 safety precautions have caused us to temporarily suspend face-to-face services, we are able to provide families with continued ...
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AT-HOME LEARNING ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES: HOW TO MAKE SOCIAL DISTANCING MORE SOCIAL FOR YOUR CHILD

Most students are out of school because of the coronavirus, and many parents are staying home with them. Between working ...
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Our Mission

We provide developmental services that promote independence to underserved and extra needs populations through the cycle of their lives.

Our Vision

LifeROOTS enriches the entire community by nurturing individuals to grow, strengthen, and flourish.