Jaxon was born with Congenital Myotonic Dystrophy (Type 1), usually characterized by muscle weakness, prolonged muscle tensing, and complications with breathing. The doctors who first provided him medical care at the hospital where he was born said he would be lucky to live to be […]
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year at Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital! Each year we look forward to hosting a Christmas party for our residents, patients and their families. This year we held the party on December 15, and it included a special visit
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Sunday, November 11th was a special day on the Totally Kids campus. Hundreds of motorcycles arrived.Their riders bearing gifts and donations that brought smiles to our residents. As has been the case every year since 1990, the One More From the Heart Biker Run was
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At Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, Neurofeedback Training Is Used to Help Children Recover From Traumatic Brain Injury, Anxiety and Pain Neurofeedback Training was recently added to our therapy program to help patients recover more fully and more quickly from traumatic brain injury, anxiety, pain, and
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On Saturday, members of Totally Kids staff were excited to celebrate our CEO and partner-owner, Doug Padgett, at the 9th Annual “Above and Beyond” Awards Gala in Costa Mesa. Every year the Angel Light Academy honors those who give to their communities through their example
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We are thrilled and thankful to once again host the \”One More From the Heart\” Run on Sunday, November 11th, at Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. For 28 years this event has been organized with heartfelt compassion by community volunteers who arrive at our facility bearing
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We are excited to share a construction update as our therapeutic garden is taking shape! Concrete has been poured for the sidewalks, patio and main entrance. These sidewalks will provide a pathway that will go all the way around the garden; including the fruit trees that
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The beginning of the new school year is a great reminder that all children are different, and some have special needs to be addressed in order for them to grow and mature into the best that they can be. Among those addressing these needs first
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Family-Style Dining at Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Provides “Regular Mealtime Atmosphere” for Subacute Patients. Program Helps Patients Interact With Family, Accept Different Foods, Gain Increased Independence, and Learn Appropriate Mealtime Behavior. Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital has introduced a new family-style dining program that allows children in
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Families play an important role in a child’s recovery When a child experiences a significant illness or traumatic injury, it is devastating for the entire family. For the parents, it can be physically and emotionally exhausting. For siblings, it can be a frightening time. For
Volunteering at Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is a great way to get involved with the community, develop leadership skills and make new friends. It is also an amazing opportunity to share your skills and talents with children and teens who are medically fragile. Totally Kids
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Every Hour approximately 16 children are injured from fires or burns. 85% of all fire-related deaths are due to home fires, which spread rapidly and can leave families as little as 2 minutes to escape once an alarm sounds. Safe Kids Worldwide It has been
Here at Totally Kids, we take pride in our employees, and those individuals who best represent the mission and values of Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.These individuals make Totally Kids a unique and truly special hospital. Together we are Totally Kids! Introducing…. Hi, my name is
Since becoming part of the Totally Kids rehabilitation program, the EKSO Bionics Exoskeleton (EKSO) has made an impact in the lives of several of our patients by helping them recover from injuries or disorders that have affected their motor skills. The exoskeleton assists patients with paralysis
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Our goal every day is to make a difference in the lives of our patients, residents and their families. When we receive letters like the one below from Abigail’s mom, we know we are doing something right. Abigail was a resident in our subacute unit.
