Aromatherapy is just one aspect of care we incorporate in the Acute Unit at Totally Kids. We have found aromatherapy to be a powerful intervention for patients who have Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI), trauma, altered states of cognition and alertness. Aromatherapy has also been beneficial […]
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Our mission statement at Totally Kids tells our community why we exist. A core piece of that mission is respect for life itself, and respect for every team member delivering care in our organization. “Equity in health” should be seen in everything we do. My
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Earlier this month we had a very special visit at Totally Kids. It all started when Dr. Terry Nelson reached out to our Recreation Therapy Assistant, Raisa Pinkney, to collaborate with the Rialto Police Department. The goal was to give a donation to Totally Kids
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Totally Kids Receives Donation of HighQ Learning Tablets What a wonderful thing it is to receive great news when you least expect it! This week Totally Kids received a donation of 30 HighQ Learning computer tablets to be utilized by our kids. The tablets were
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Links to Online Resources to Remain Safe at Home Want to do something cool with your kids while staying safe at home? How about accessing live animal cams from one of the best aquariums and zoos in the world, or virtual tours of some of
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What do you think of when you see the lighthouse at Totally Kids? Do you know what I see? I see a symbol of hope, a source of light that guides parents through a turbulent dark sea. I see a beacon of optimism for families
Here we are now in the first week of April, thankful to God that we still have no evidence of the virus on our campus, or among our employees and contractors. Our prayers go out for those in our neighborhoods who are ill. May they
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From Doug Padgett: TK CEO & President I am happy to hear that so many of us are taking personal responsibility seriously, as I encouraged everyone to do in my previous update. Our team continues to monitor the information from the Center for Disease Control
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Neurofeedback is direct training of brain function, by which the brain learns more efficiently. We observe the brain in action from moment to moment. We show that information back to the person. The brain is rewarded for changing its own activity to more appropriate patterns.
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A brief note to our public about infection prevention at Totally Kids. From: Doug Padgett, President & CEO Every member of our community has a responsibility to protect ourselves and our loved ones from illness that can be prevented. Good information is available and we
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Graduation parties thrown at our Acute department, are our way to honor and celebrate patients for all of their hard work and accomplishments throughout their rehabilitation stay before they are discharged. Patients chose the kind of goodies and flavors that are their favorites- cake, cupcakes,
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Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital provides acute care for babies, children, adolescents and young adults from infant to 21 years of age who are recovering from injury, surgery or serious illness and have the potential for recovery and return to home. Offered on both an inpatient
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Horticultural Therapy is a powerful therapeutic intervention facilitated by our Recreation Therapists. It takes place outside on our beautiful acute courtyard. Our patients especially enjoy having the opportunity to be outdoors in our garden areas to enjoy a fresh breathe of air and feel the
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The Totally Infants Program at Totally Kids Hospital has added a Parent Education component to their program. Parents are encouraged to receive training with our therapists who have been trained in Infant Massage Technique by the Infant Massage USA Organization. Parents can participate in Infant
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Tips to Keep Your Kids Safe During the Holidays The holiday season is fast approaching and yummy meals, colorful decorations, Christmas trees, and beautiful gift wrapped presents will be a reality before you know it. In addition to planning every celebration, it is important to
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