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March 2025 Newsletter

Kids in Stride in Franklin, NC 828-634-7800

March 2025NewsletterKids in Stride in Franklin, NC 828-634-7800

Focus for the Month

DYSGRAPHIA is a learning disability that affects writing.

Identifying the issue can be challenging if a child is struggling with reading or writing.


FEEDING DIFFICULTIES regardless of what caused them, are classified under a broad term.

This includes any problems that hinder providing food to a child, such as difficulties in gathering food or preparing to chew and eat.


FINE MOTOR SKILLS Refers to the ability to use the smaller muscles in our hands, fingers, and wrists. These skills are crucial for a child's development and enable them to perform everyday tasks such as writing, drawing, cutting with scissors, using computers, and even eating.



GENETIC DISORDER A category of diseases that can be inherited from one or both parents includes

certain types of birth defects, chronic diseases, developmental problems, and sensory deficits.

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Who are we

June 15th, 2022 Kids in Stride opened the door in Franklin, NC to be your hometown therapy designed for Kids. We service Kids from birth through 21 years of age.

Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 – 5:30 closed for lunch from 12:30 – 1:30
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Insurances Accepted: We accept many insurances, please call us to see if we take yours 828-634-7800 / Fax: 828-634-7732
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* Minors receiving treatment must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

If your child is receiving therapy services in the school setting, we can still be able to provide services: We work closely with the school system/therapists to ensure all goals are being addressed for home and school needs. If your child is receiving services in the school for school related tasks and continues to have difficulties at home such as dressing or following directions. We can help. If your child did not qualify for school therapy it doesn’t mean your child does not qualify for occupational or speech therapy.

Kids in Stride
https://kidsinstride-franklin.weebly.com

We are committed to providing therapy services that inspire children to achieve their full potential. Occupational Therapy and Speech & Language Pathology is part of our integrated multi-disciplinary service, designed to help children who experience developmental challenges in areas such as movement, play, speech, language, learning, and behavior. Our Pediatric Therapy programs are dedicated to helping children acquire functional skills, increasing their independence and ultimately improving their quality of life. At Kids in Stride - Franklin, we believe that all children have the potential to succeed, and our mission is to support them in reaching their goals.