Capable

 CapPhonetic

"To have the skills and qualifications to do things well."


Online Resources

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Speech-language developmental norms
Developmental norms for children birth - 5 years
Early intervention
The North Carolina Early Intervention Web-site


Early Intervention Library, which loans books to families and providers
Motor speech disorders
Horns, which can be used to strengthen oral muscles


Straws, which can be used to strengthen oral muscles


What is PROMPT?


Articles on Muscle-Based Therapy, including a good article about oral-motor myths of Down Syndrome
Feeding difficulties
Articles about a variety of feeding topics
Sensory Integration
The Sensory Processing Disorder Network
Assistive technology/augmentative communication
'Enabling Devices', a company that sells a lot of adapted toys


'AbleNet', a company that sells low-tech communication devices and other adaptive devices


Using assistive technology and augmentative communication with young children
Literacy
Book suggestions for children, reading development information and more
Autism Resources for Parents
Autism Society of America


Autism Speaks


American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychology
Sensory Processing Disorder-toys, equipment, books
The Therapy Shoppe

Fun and Function-provides creative therapy toys, equipment and resources that are kid-friendly, functional, and affordable without compromising quality or safety

One Stop Sensory Shop-many weighted products, resistance tunnels

Sensory Edge-sells a variety of toys and equipment with competitive prices

Calming Weight-provides a variety of weighted products
Games for Children
Sesame Street Games
Local Resources
Family Support Network of NC


Charlotte Mommies offers a support group for moms of children with special needs


Down Syndrome Association of Charlotte