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October 2025
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Consistency is Key!
We know that with school back in session and the holidays right around the corner, keeping our kiddos on a consistent schedule can be tough. Every day can feel like a balancing act. That being said, consistency is so important! Providing a steady environment, care team, and routine for our kiddos can make a huge difference in their safety, progress, and overall well-being.
Being consistent isn’t always easy, but there are a few simple steps you can take to help your child prepare each day. Remember, consistency does not mean perfection. Life happens, routines get interrupted, and none of us can be “on” 100% of the time. What matters most is aiming for predictability where it counts. Building small, stable habits—step by step—creates a strong foundation that supports your child’s growth.
Read ahead for ways that a consistent routine can benefit you and your child’s life!
Consistency Builds a Sense of Safety
Children—especially those with medical needs—crave predictability. Knowing what to expect is one of the best ways to reduce anxiety. Confidence in what will happen each day helps them feel safe and secure. This might look like receiving care and therapy at the same time from day to day, going to bed at the same time, or working with the same care team.
Consistency Supports Behavioral and Emotional Regulation
Children learn through patterns. When expectations and routines stay consistent, it helps them understand boundaries and feel more in control of their environment.
Progress Happens in Familiar, Supportive Settings
At Viva, families have the choice of receiving skilled nursing and therapy at home or in one of our Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Centers (PPECC). Both settings provide a consistent, nurturing environment that supports your child’s growth and development.
Highlights & Happenings
Especially Needed: Fall Carnival Resource Fair
October 25, 2025 - Frisco, Texas
Especially Needed is coming to Frisco to provide resources for people with special needs and to throw a wonderful fall carnival with games and prizes.
Reserve your spot here! https://www.especiallyneeded.org/
Pediatric Brain Injury Conference & Resource Fair
October 24 & 25, 2025 - Austin, Texas
The Brain Injury Conference brings families together while offering valuable resources and education for caregivers. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about services and products, as well as hear expert presentations on a wide range of relevant topics.
GI Alliance Halloween Health Fair
October 25, 2025 - Southlake, Texas
The GI Alliance Halloween Resource Fair brings families together to connect with vendors offering valuable resources, including health insurance providers and DME companies, while also meeting the team from Gastro of Texas in Southlake. Families can enjoy a festive trunk-or-treat experience for the kids alongside the resource fair.
Brady's Bridge Trick or Treat
October 26, 2025 - Leander, Texas
Brady's Bridge Trick-or-Treat and Haunted House is a free, family-friendly event featuring trunk-or-treat, pumpkin painting, face painting, and more. The event will also include a health resource fair where families can connect with home health agencies, vendors, and DME companies to access helpful information and support.
✨ You’re Invited! ✨ VIVA Pediatric Healthcare’s PPECC Open House – Longview
We’re excited to welcome families, friends, and community partners to our upcoming Open House! Come explore our center, meet the Viva team, and enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family.
📅 Thursday, October 23rd
🕔 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 403 Enterprise Street, Longview, TX 75604
Here’s what’s in store:
- 🎃 Trunk-or-Treat
- 🎨 Arts & Crafts
- 🌟 Face Painting
- 🤝 Center Tours & Meet Our Team
Bring the kids, bring your friends, and join us as we celebrate community, care, and connection. We can’t wait to see you there!
What We Do
What Is a PPECC?
PPECC stands for prescribed pediatric extended care center. No more juggling appointments or driving from one specialist to another- we provide skilled nursing, therapy services, and developmental support all under one roof, we even offer provider supervised transportation to help out our busy families! Developmental growth is encouraged through safe social interaction and daily stimulation through activities. Our PPECC centers offer reliable care so that busy parents can still go to work and have time for rest.
How to Know if a PPECC is Right for Your Child?
We are here to guide you! To talk to us about our PPECCs
Give us a call:
Lubbock: (806) 993-5090
Longview: (903) 230-8110
Or Visit our web pages:
Lubbock: https://www.vivapeds.com/service-areas/lubbock-location/
Longview: https://www.vivapeds.com/service-areas/longview-location/
With more locations in The Colony and Hurst, coming soon!
I know a PPECC is Right, But how do I get my Child Started?
Step One: Schedule an assessment.
- Tour our center and review your child's care needs
Step Two: Obtain a physician's order
- We we coordinate with your child's doctor for medical approval.
Step Three: Create a plan of care
- A custom care plan is built for your child's needs.
Step Four: Begin Services and Transportation
- Start care with free, provider- supervised transportation included.
Resources
VIVA Pediatrics Resources
In an effort to help our families, we constantly strive to provide them with relevant and helpful resources and information.
Texas Star Kids
The Texas’ Star Kids mandate threatens the lives of our weakest and most vulnerable little citizens. Join us in standing up for those who have no voice.
The Parker Lee Project
The Parker Lee Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families of children with medical needs obtain the necessary supplies & equipment, education, and support they need. While most supplies are covered by insurance, some are not, or not enough supplies are provided.
Thrive Magazine
Need Resources for your child with special needs? Thrive Magazine shares resources and stories of other families in the DFW area who are living and thriving with special needs.
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-Winnie-the-Pooh
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