by Ali Evans | Jan 21, 2025 | Autism, Community, General information, Parenting
When it comes to autism awareness, symbols play a powerful role in representing the community and fostering understanding. Two of the most prominent symbols are the puzzle piece and the infinity symbol. While both aim to raise awareness, they resonate differently with...
by Emerge Marketing | Apr 25, 2024 | General information, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Play, Sensory Processing/Integration
We all know the saying “don’t cry over spilled milk”, but imagine it’s a busy morning getting the kids ready for school, lunches packed, and breakfast made, all while still preparing yourself for your own day ahead. A gallon of milk on the floor in the midst of that...
by Emerge Marketing | Dec 8, 2023 | General information, Gross Motor, Physical Therapy
Hi, I’m Dr. Anne Wolfe, I’m pediatric physical therapist and the Clinical Manager at Emerge Pediatric Therapy in Carrboro! Whether you are a parent considering if your child might need PT, or you are a physician who wants to know what signs to look for,...
by Emerge Marketing | Nov 3, 2023 | Community, General information, Holidays
According to Feeding America, there are 1.2 million people in North Carolina that face food insecurity, 353,450 of which are children. This means 1 in 6 children are facing food insecurity. At Emerge, we have 6 core values that define our role in our community, the...
by Emerge Marketing | Sep 26, 2023 | Autism, General information
1. Model Asking for Permission ex: “Can I give you a hug or a high-five?” 2. Model Self-Talk ex: “I listen better when my body is moving, so I’m going to get a wiggle cushion.” “I feel upset when you won’t play my game idea, let’s choose a compromise.” 3. Provide...
by Emerge Marketing | Aug 8, 2023 | General information, Occupational Therapy
Hi! My name is Vika Flanagan-Grimsrud and I’m part of the Therapist Support staff at Emerge Pediatric Therapy in Carrboro. Gilles de la Tourette Syndrome, aka Tourette’s, is a neurodevelopmental disorder onset in childhood and generally amping up through the course of...
