June Therapy Resource Roundup: Tools for Real-World Care
Every month, we release new therapy resources across adult neuro and clinical pediatrics. We’re always thinking about how to bridge the gap between best practices and the messy, beautiful reality of clinical care, whether you’re helping an adult make sense of their chronic pain, navigating a Parkinson’s diagnosis, or troubleshooting a speaking valve at bedside.
In this post, you’ll find:
- New adult neuro resources for speech and occupational therapy
- New pediatric tools for speech and occupational therapy
We’re sharing not just what we made, but why we made it, because your time matters, and so does your clinical judgment.
Adult Neuro: New Therapy Tools for June
Speech Therapy and Parkinson’s Disease
A one-page handout that explains the role of speech therapy in addressing communication, voice, cognition, and swallowing challenges in Parkinson’s disease.
Created for therapists to share in support groups or outpatient settings, this resource emphasizes early intervention and practical, proactive strategies for maintaining function and connection.
Using the BOLUS Framework in Collaborative Dysphagia Care
A structured guide to applying the BOLUS framework for aspiration risk assessment and team-based dysphagia management.
Created for therapists to share in support groups or outpatient settings, this resource emphasizes early intervention and practical, proactive strategies for maintaining function and connection.
Reflux, Swallowing, and Long-Term PPI Use
A patient-facing handout that connects reflux and swallowing and breaks down the risks of long-term proton pump inhibitor use.
Designed for clinical education and therapy sessions, this resource offers evidence-informed strategies, balanced explanations, and actionable ideas for lifestyle modifications that support both comfort and autonomy.
Reading and Comparing CARFAX Reports
A real-world cognitive exercise focused on attention to detail, scanning, and decision-making.
Rather than testing for right or wrong answers, this activity challenges clients to use executive functioning strategies in context, helping them practice sifting through dense, detailed information in a task that mirrors daily life.
Guide for Troubleshooting One-Way Speaking Valves
A practical guide for SLPs navigating the challenges of speaking valve tolerance and use.
From secretion management to posture and airflow, this resource helps clinicians address common roadblocks while supporting communication goals. Built with interdisciplinary collaboration and patient individuality in mind.
Navigating Treatment Options for Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)
A patient-facing handout to support informed, open conversations about FND treatment options.
This tool is designed to help patients explore a range of treatment approaches while validating their lived experience. Use it to guide discussions and promote shared decision-making in a space where traditional models may fall short.
A New Way to Think About Chronic Pain: The Mind-Body Connection
A handout that introduces patients to the idea that pain can be influenced by stress, trauma, and emotion, without invalidating their experience.
This resource doesn’t dismiss traditional models, it expands them. It encourages reflection, offers supportive strategies, and helps therapists open the door to complementary perspectives in pain management.
Neuro-FAST: Subtest of Orientation and Insight
Part of a growing suite of tools, this subtest helps therapists evaluate orientation and insight using person-centered, functional tasks.
Neuro-FAST is designed for real-world application. It is quick, flexible, and built to communicate outcomes clearly with patients and families. This is version 1.0, and we’re actively seeking feedback as we build the full suite.
Beyond Parkinson’s: A Guide to Differentiating PD, PSP, MSA, and Related Disorders
A side-by-side comparison table to help clients and care partners distinguish between Parkinson’s disease and similar conditions.
Designed to support education, goal-setting, and clinical clarity, this tool makes complex information more accessible and actionable.
Left Neglect Worksheets
Engaging worksheets to assess and build visual scanning and spatial awareness skills in clients with left neglect.
From grocery lists and maps to line bisection and word search-style tasks, this packet offers functional, hands-on ways to address neglect in therapy.
What’s Coming in July…
We’re continuing to build tools that combine clinical depth with real-world relevance. In July, look for:
- Resources for aphasia therapy, including word lists for VNeST.
- A guide for early cancer detection in swallowing evaluations, helping clinicians recognize red flags and refer appropriately.
- Tools for functional cognition, like color matching for severe brain injury and medication management using smart devices.
- A visual explainer on glottic gap and vocal fold function.
- Resources exploring functional movement disorders, adaptive dressing solutions, and diabetes-related foot care.
Clinical Pediatrics: New Therapy Tools for June
The “Time Budget” Challenge
A practical time management activity for teens working on executive functioning and daily planning.
This resource guides students through organizing school, activities, and downtime—building habits that support independence and emotional regulation, especially for those navigating ADHD.
Adaptive Clothing Options for Kids
A curated guide that helps families explore comfortable, stylish, and functional adaptive clothing options.
With clear brand overviews, key features, and funding info, this resource supports therapists and families in promoting independence through meaningful wardrobe choices.
Q-Tip Paint By Numbers
A colorful, adaptable fine motor activity for OT sessions that blends structure and creativity.
Perfect for grasp development and sensory exploration, this activity invites kids to engage in meaningful play while working on foundational skills.
Cut and Paste: Dressing for Each Season
A hands-on activity targeting sequencing, vocabulary, and fine motor coordination.
This fun dress-up task opens conversations about clothing choices and seasons, making it perfect for SLP and OT sessions alike.
Building Confidence in Kids: The Power of Letting Them Struggle
A supportive parent handout with scripts and strategies to help children build confidence through challenge.
This resource invites parents to embrace imperfection, supporting resilience and self-belief in kids with disabilities through gentle encouragement and space to grow.
What’s Coming in July…
We’re continuing to build pediatric tools that blend clinical insight with the realities of childhood, family life, and neurodiversity. In July, look for:
- A silly visual categorization game blending language and movement.
- Customizable social story tools to support self-advocacy.
- Parent handouts for articulation support and gentle discipline alternatives.
- A therapy tool exploring real-life phone use for teens.