Jumping Step by Step

Did you know May is Better Speech and Hearing Month? ??? Today we took a moment to appreciate our incredible Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) for their dedication and hard work in helping our children communicate better. Thank you for all that you do! ?????? #BetterSpeechandHearingMonth #SLP #speechtherapy #miamislp

Thank you Vice Chairman and Commissioner Anthony Rodriguez for believing in small businesses in District 10 and providing us with this Mom & Pop Grant! We’re feeling blessed and thankful for your leadership and commitment to our community.

Save the date: April 27th, 10 am - 2 pm! Join us as we partner with Miami Dade Police and Miami Dade Parks for a day filled with family fun! From food trucks to autism resources, exciting activities, and beyond, it’s a celebration of inclusion you won’t want to miss. See you there! ?? ?? #InclusionCelebration #FamilyFunDay #MiamiDade #AutismAcceptanceMonth

It’s no secret… we LOVE obstacle courses around here ????♀? Why? ?? they enhance motor skills development ?? great way to boost coordination and balance ?? fun way to promote problem-solving abilities ?? they increase confidence and self-esteem And they’re just plain fun! We love to see our kids enjoying their therapy sessions, and obstacle course are always a crowd pleaser ?? #obstaclecourse #physicaltherapy #speechtherapy #occupationaltherapy #miamitherapy #rbt #aba #grossmotorskills #therapyobstaclecourse #childdevelopment #terapiaocupacional

If you’re a Speech-Language Pathologist who has worked with the deaf and/or blind population with complex communication needs, please feel free to participate in our research study!

Join us March 16! Experience educational activities, community resources, and more! For more information, feel free to reach out to us at 305-267-6377!

Happy International Women’s Day! ????? Today, we honor the incredible achievements of women worldwide and reflect on our journey. These pictures capture moments 10 years apart: one from our recent 10-year anniversary celebration in December, and the other from our celebration of the first ever Jumping Step by Step location. Through hardships, struggles, and even a global pandemic, we’ve emerged stronger and more united. We do it all for our patients and their families ?? As immigrant women business owners, we’re proud of our journey and celebrate all women breaking barriers ????

What is a sensory diet in terms of occupational therapy? ?? A sensory diet in occupational therapy refers to a personalized plan designed to meet an individual’s sensory needs, aiming to improve emotional, social, and daily functioning skills ?? By incorporating tailored sensory activities and routines, sensory diets help regulate sensory input, promoting better attention, behavior, and overall well-being ?? These diets are beneficial as they address sensory processing difficulties, common in conditions like autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, or sensory processing disorder. By providing the right sensory input at the right time, they can enhance self-regulation, decrease sensory-seeking or sensory-avoiding behaviors, and improve focus and engagement ???? Having a professional create a sensory diet is crucial because it requires a deep understanding of sensory processing and individualized needs ?? Occupational therapists assess sensory profiles, observe behaviors, and collaborate with individuals and caregivers to develop effective strategies. Their expertise ensures that sensory activities are safe, appropriate, and aligned with therapeutic goals, maximizing the benefits for the individual ?? #sensorydiet #sensoryplay #sensoryregulationskills #occupationaltherapy #sensoryactivity #sensoryseeking #sensoryprocessingdisorder

At JSS, we LOVE using obstacle courses as a tool during therapy sessions ??♀? Not only do they have many great developmental benefits, but they’re fun and engaging for our kids, making for the perfect mix of play and learning! #obstaclecourse #occupationaltherapy #grossmotorskills #childdevelopment #dexterity #ot #rbt #physicaltherapy #grossmotor #strengthtraining #parenting #coordination

Continuing with our ? Therapist Spotlight ? series: meet Maria Medinilla (M.S. CCC-SLP) ?? 1. How long have you been a therapist? I have been a speech pathologist for 4 years. Prior to being a therapist I worked with school age children as an educator for 15 years. 2. What inspired you to become an SLP? Being a teacher, and seeing students struggle with their communication inspired me to become a speech therapist and have the tools to help them overcome their speech and language impediments. 3. What’s your favorite go-to activity to make therapy sessions enjoyable for kids? I enjoy using books and pretend play to get the students engaged in language rich activities. Working with mini objects, trinkets and picture scenes allows students to engage in the session and expand their vocabulary through play and repetition. 4. Share a fun or surprising fact about yourself that your patients might find amusing. I enjoy creative activities and arts and crafts. Anything else you would like to mention. I am the mom of two girls, soon to be three! ??????