Nature Based OT Groups

Located in Odell Park & Fredericton Botanical Garden

Nature-based OT groups will be running for 8-week sessions this spring on Tuesdays and Thursday afternoons for the months of May & June. Groups are for children ages 7-11 and have spaces for 6-7 children.

Nature-based OT groups will be run by Rebecca Wurm and 1-2 assistants, therefore providing a 1:3 ratio at max.

Our 1.75 hour sessions will include:

-opening circle with fun activities encouraging friendship and social skills

-child inspired activities that encourage healthy risk taking and challenge our sensory-motor systems

- a healthy snack prepared by and shared with peers

- free play 45- letting the kids PLAY with nature the way they want to (with facilitation and support as needed)

- closing circle sharing challenges and successes

Diagnoses amongst our OT children may include Autism, ADHD, FASD, motor coordination disorders and/or anxiety. Many children in our programs do not have an official diagnosis, but may be experiencing challenges with emotional regulation, motor skills, balance, or sensory processing.

Each child will undergo OT assessment and goal setting over first 2 sessions. Parents will receive a weekly feedback email & OT progress note after the session ends.

Cost for an OT spot will vary depending on if if your child has insurance or funding available. Receipts will given for parents to submit for reimbursement.

A $50 deposit is required to secure a spot for a group and will be arranged upon completing registration form.