CONNECTING FAMILIES
Connecting Families is a Networking Support Group that provides opportunities for parents of children with special developmental, physical or mental health needs to gather for support.
Activities & support opportunities include:
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Sensory Friendly Movies
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Educational Workshops
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Monthly Support Group Meetings
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The groups are led by caring facilitators with lived experience and groups are made up of parents and other voluntary members.
Weighted Blanket Application
Research supports the benefits of weighted blankets for children's well-being including:
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Improved total sleep time, sleep maintenance, and sleep disruption
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Relaxation and better sleep
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Reduced anxiety
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Improvements in symptoms of ADHD
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Calming a restless body
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Increased production of serotonin, helping them calm down naturally
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PACT uses weighted blanket guidelines provided by an occupational therapist, and recommends having a doctor or therapist referral for use of a weighted blanket.
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Weighted blanket recipients and parents are encouraged to explore additional PACT for Families programs and become part of our collaborative community. Join us in shaping the future of our programs and supporting each other on this journey towards improved well-being.