TK News and Stories

Coronavirus Update & Continued Preventative Measures

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 recover quickly! Our prayers continue for the children in our…

Coronavirus Update: 3/13/2020

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 and Prevention (CDC) to ensure that we are taking actions…

Neurofeedback at Totally Kids

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. This is a gradual learning process. It applies to any…

Coronavirus & Preventative Measures

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 must educate ourselves to this latest concern about the Corona…

Acute Graduation Parties

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, ice cream, pizza and drinks. Families and staff members are…

Acute Rehabilitation: Two Unique Services

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 and outpatient basis, care is provided in an organized and…

The Power of Horticultural Therapy

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 warmth of the sun on their face as they get…

Infant Massage at Totally Kids Acute Unit

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 Massage Groups along with their baby and other parents/ babies,…

Holiday Safety Tips

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 keep the safety of your kids in mind. The most…

One More from the Heart Bike Run

On November 10th, the sound of revving motorcycles traveled across the Totally Kids parking lot as hundreds of bikers gathered for the 28th annual “One More from the Heart” Bike Run. Bikers traveled from all over southern California to meet and donate gifts to our residents. Throughout the year, different motorcycle clubs fundraised for our residents….