News and Notes from The Johnson Center
Family and Food: Very Berry Good
JCCHD | Wed, July 18, 2012 | [Family and Food][Healthcare]Berries are not only delicious, they are also highly nutritious, containing high levels of vitamin C, antioxidants, potassium, fiber, and many beneficial phytochemicals. Some are even considered super foods due to their high antioxidant and phytochemical content. Berries are known as good anti-cancer foods. They have also been shown to be helpful in maintaining healthy blood pressure and reducing inflammation.
The most popular berry of all is the strawberry—even though strawberries are not technically berries because they grow from the base of the plant instead of from a flower ovary. Nevertheless, they are still …
Read moreResearch Update: Texas Autism Research & Resource Center 2012 Conference
JCCHD | Tue, July 17, 2012 | [Events][News][Research]Last weekend the Texas Autism Research & Resource Center (TARRC) hosted the 2012 Texas Autism Research Conference. TARRC was formed in 2009 by the 81st Texas Legislature; each year they host a conference to provide the community with opportunities to learn about cutting-edge autism research and evidence-based practices related to the diagnosis and treatment of people with ASD.
The focus of the conference was the work of researchers, from Texas and across the nation, who are respected experts in the field of ASD. Conference presenters shared …
Q&A: Why is an intake appointment the first step to getting care at The Johnson Center?
JCCHD | Mon, July 16, 2012 | [Autism Treatment][Q and A ]One of the first steps in providing quality care is identifying a child’s needs. At The Johnson Center for Child Health and Development, we accomplish this by completing a family intake after we receive a request for services. This consultation is provided at no charge to families and provides our clinical team with information that allows us to make individualized recommendations. Every child is different, and should be treated with a complete understanding of those differences. Parents should be aware that when looking for services for their child, they should find providers who will not only cater to the general needs of the family, but also ask the specific question, “How can we help your child?”
The intake appointment typically takes 30-40 minutes and can be done over the phone or in our office. We use this time to gather specific information, including, but not limited to, a …
Q & A: Are there financial programs that can help us access services for our child with ASD?
JCCHD | Thu, July 12, 2012 | [Autism Treatment][Q and A ]“How will I afford appropriate treatment for my child?” is a common question and source of stress for most parents of children with special needs. Parents typically start with their insurance company; while medical and nutrition care is sometimes a covered expense, the cost of some medications, supplements, special foods, therapies (behavioral, speech, OT, and more), out-of-network providers, and assistance devices may be excluded, creating a significant list of out-of-pocket expenses.
Beyond insurance, parents can seek help from their school district or early intervention program, but often a child on the spectrum needs additional or more specialized services than these …
Read moreFamily And Food: What is a nut or a seed?
JCCHD | Wed, July 11, 2012 | [Family and Food][Healthcare]Technically, both nuts and seeds are fruits. They are defined as single-seeded fruits that are fully enclosed in an outer casing and have a high oil content. (Keep in mind that peanuts are a legume, not a nut or seed.)
Nuts and seeds are excellent sources of healthy fats (including omega-3 fats), protein, magnesium, zinc, selenium, copper, phytochemicals, and plant sterols. These reduce cancer risk and help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Notable sources include: …
Read moreThe Johnson Center Launches Community Resource Library
JCCHD | Mon, July 09, 2012 | [Community][Events][News]Over the past several years, the staff at The Johnson Center has steadily built a library of resources for our own use; we added publications that we felt would further our knowledge and insight into the special-needs community. As it grew larger, parents and professionals often asked if they could use our resource library as well. Our Community-Outreach Department is always striving to provide useful events and resources, and building a library has become an important goal.
To fulfill this objective, The Johnson Center is currently organizing a public-resource library, specifically dedicated to the families and community whom we serve. The library is comprised of a collection of books and tools on ASDs, which are all available to …
Read moreFamily and Food: Mighty Leafy Greens
JCCHD | Tue, July 03, 2012 | [Family and Food][Healthcare]Leafy greens don’t just include the obvious varieties such as turnip greens, collard greens, mustard greens, dandelion greens, and beet greens, but also arugula, endive, broccoli, bok choy, escarole, kale, lettuce, watercress, spinach, and swiss chard. Each of these greens has been eaten by humans for centuries; even Aristotle wrote about leafy greens such as red chard.
And no wonder, since these greens are some of the most nutrient-dense foods nature offers us. The ANDI (Aggregate Nutrient Density) scores prove it. ANDI scores use a scale to evaluate …
Read moreStaff Spotlight: Jeanna Martinez, CCLS
JCCHD | Tue, July 03, 2012 | [Staff Spotlight]Jeanna Martinez is the Certified Child Life Specialist at The Johnson Center. She has always had a passion for working with children and families, and her role at our clinic provides her with the opportunity to do that and more.
Jeanna earned her Master’s Degree in Family and Child Studies before being certified as a Child Life Specialist in 2011. She has experience working in various settings that have given her a unique perspective and insight into providing families …
Read moreQ & A: Why is a nutrient intake analysis important for children with a developmental disorder?
JCCHD | Mon, July 02, 2012 | [Autism Treatment][Assessment Corner][Healthcare][Q and A ]In addition to a thorough developmental evaluation to identify intervention needs for a child with a developmental disorder, it is equally important to assess health status. Based on this assessment, a treatment plan may include dietary eliminations and expansions, as well as the therapeutic use of vitamins, minerals, and other supplements.
Most parents have heard of the gluten-free, casein-free (and often soy-free) diet and the specific carbohydrate diet, and they often investigate whole food, organic diets. Many families also look into the use of …
The Be An Artist Program and The Johnson Center team up to offer summer camp options
JCCHD | Fri, June 29, 2012 | [Community][Events][Sibling Spotlight]“The Be An Artist Program seeks to encourage and explore the untapped inner artist in all of us. By guiding people to recognize their innate creative abilities, it inspires the pursuit of an enriched, productive life.”
The mission statement of The Be An Artist Program, run by singer-songwriter Darden Smith, clearly articulates the reason why Darden is such a gifted storyteller. A successful and respected musician, he describes the method of the program as simple: …
Read morePage 18 of 23 pages ‹ First < 16 17 18 19 20 > Last ›
