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September 2025
We put our heart in everything we do.
Fall Fun for the Whole Family
September brings cooler air, colorful leaves, and fresh opportunities to enjoy time together. For families like ours, fall activities aren’t just about getting outside, they’re about creating little moments of joy, balance, and connection alongside the daily routines of care.
A local farmers market can be a simple but meaningful outing. Strolling past fresh fruits and vegetables or even homemade jams turns grocery shopping into a sensory experience. Many markets also have music, crafts, or just friendly faces. It’s less about checking off a list and more about soaking in the atmosphere with your child, at whatever pace feels right for your family.
If you’re looking for more space to spread out, local botanical gardens or arboretums are another option. The changing colors, wide paths, and open lawns offer both beauty and calm. Whether you’re taking a walk, having a picnic, or just finding a shady spot to rest, it’s a great way to be in nature while keeping things flexible for your child’s needs.
Fall is full of simple joys close to home, too! A backyard picnic, listening to music, or even choosing a favorite seasonal treat can be just as meaningful. At the center of it all, this season is about helping our kids (and ourselves) experience moments of delight, connection, and peace.
Highlights & Happenings
Miracle League of Keller Celebration
September 6, 2025 - Keller, Texas
Celebration of their brand-new field and the start of the season.
Coffee & Conversations with VIVA Pediatrics
September 19, 2025 - Plano, Texas
Inviting all OT’s, PT’s, and SLP’s to join our Therapy Department for a cup of coffee, on us! Chat with a community of home health therapists at Lemma Coffee Company.
It Takes a Village Resource Fair
September 20, 2025 - Lubbock, Texas
Free event designed to support families, caregivers and professionals navigating life caring for individuals with disabilities. For more information, contact [email protected].
Special Needs Family Jamboree
September 27, 2025 - Round Rock, Texas
Free event for special needs families at Play for All Abilities Park with games, crafts, prizes, and more! Registration is required at www.caseyscircle.org/family-fun-fair/.
We are so grateful to Tutu School in Lubbock, Texas for sharing their time and talents with our kiddos! Over the past few weeks, they have been working with our students, teaching them the joy of dance and self-expression. On August 4th, we celebrated with a beautiful recital, complete with costumes generously donated by Tutu School. Even more incredible, they provided lessons and costumes at no cost to our families. Their kindness and generosity made this a truly magical experience for our children, and we are so thankful for their partnership!
What We Do
Understanding Speech-Language Therapy for Effective Communication
Every child deserves the chance to share their thoughts, feelings, and needs with confidence. That’s the heart of speech-language therapy, helping children find their voice, whether through spoken words, gestures, or assistive devices.
Our licensed speech-language pathologists work closely with families to create personalized plans that meet each child where they are, enhancing each child's ability to communicate effectively and eat safely. Therapy may focus on clear speech sounds, building language skills, or implementing alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) strategies. For some children, sessions may also include support with feeding and swallowing to ensure mealtimes are safe and positive.
Because every child communicates in their own way, speech therapy is never one-size-fits-all. It’s about opening doors, whether that’s a child putting words together to communicate ideas or assessing for and implementing devices and systems that help express choices with ease.
By focusing on both skills and connection, speech-language therapy empowers children to truly engage with those around them.
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.
"Give every day the chance to become the most beautiful day of your life."
-Mark Twain
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