Creating Holiday Magic for Our Community
Parker Place Blog
by Jennifer Reitmeyer
3M ago
Parker Place has always aimed to provide support to our patients’ families who struggle with financial hardship and food insecurity. This year, we were thrilled to display our very first Angel Tree, upon which we displayed the holiday wish lists of children from these families, in hopes that our community would embrace the opportunity to bring some Christmas magic to these little ones.     They certainly delivered! With the help of our wonderful patients and their parents, as well as our providers and staff, friends and more, we were able to fulfill the holiday wishes of children fr ..read more
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Turning Your Intentions Into Actions
Parker Place Blog
by Guest Author
1y ago
This post was contributed by Megan Moret, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student who worked with us here at Parker Place as part of her final capstone project in the fall of 2021. Forming a personal intention is the first step in working toward your goal, yet it requires additional effort to put these plans into action. Sometimes constraints such as time, motivation, distractions, or fear stand in the way of acting on plans. Regardless of the size and impact of your personal goals, you may encounter some frustrating and discouraging challenges along the way. Utilizing certain approaches an ..read more
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Creating a New Food Experience for Picky Eaters
Parker Place Blog
by Guest Author
1y ago
    This post was contributed by Megan Moret, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student who worked with us here at Parker Place as part of her final capstone project in the fall of 2021. Parents of picky eaters know introducing new foods is usually a difficult process for both themselves and their children when there are aversions and tearful objections occurring in the process. Parents may find themselves avoiding any changes or additions to their children’s diet and feeding routines to avoid these unpleasant situations. Creating a full-spectrum sensory experience is a beneficial te ..read more
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Exploring the Benefits of Yoga with the Family
Parker Place Blog
by Guest Author
1y ago
    This post was contributed by Megan Moret, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student who worked with us here at Parker Place as part of her final capstone project in the fall of 2021. Yoga is a discipline that offers both physical and spiritual benefits to those who engage in regular practice. It has been around for over 5,000 years and continues to grow in popularity with time due to its numerous health and wellness advantages. Yoga is an extremely versatile practice as well as a great tool for individuals of all ages and fitness levels to enjoy.  Strengthening your body Yog ..read more
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Getting into the Habit of Meal Prepping
Parker Place Blog
by Guest Author
1y ago
    This post was contributed by Megan Moret, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student who worked with us here at Parker Place as part of her final capstone project in the fall of 2021. Meal prepping is the technique of preparing multiple meals at a time for later consumption throughout the week. This includes pre-planning your breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, or all of the above! By having these meals premade and pre-portioned for you, there is less temptation to opt for drive-thru or restaurant alternatives. Although this method takes slightly more planning, it allows familie ..read more
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Elevating Your Sleep Routine
Parker Place Blog
by Guest Author
1y ago
    This post was contributed by Megan Moret, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student who worked with us here at Parker Place as part of her final capstone project in the fall of 2021. Healthy sleep is important for individuals of all ages to ensure optimal functioning throughout the week. However, the power of sleep is often underutilized for its positive health effects due to busy schedules and poor habitual sleep patterns. When you do not get enough sleep at night, your brain is unable to properly function, and you may find yourself experiencing brain fog, increased appetite, ir ..read more
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Hydrating for Health
Parker Place Blog
by Guest Author
1y ago
    This post was contributed by Megan Moret, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student who is working with us here at Parker Place as part of her final capstone project through the fall of 2021. Check back for Megan’s weekly articles on all aspects of healthy living! Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! We hear this all the time, but what is the reasoning behind the notion? Water is one of the most readily available resources in the United States, yet the numerous benefits are often overlooked and underutilized in the pursuit of health and wellness. Hydration provides a variety of benefits in ..read more
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Maximizing your Movement Throughout the Day
Parker Place Blog
by Guest Author
1y ago
    This post was contributed by Megan Moret, a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student who is working with us here at Parker Place as part of her final capstone project through the fall of 2021. Check back for Megan’s weekly articles on all aspects of healthy living! After being confined to our homes for quite some time due to mandated lockdowns and restrictions, it can be difficult to get back into a physical fitness routine. There are plenty of studies boasting of health benefits associated with daily movement, which can provide plenty motivation itself to get back into a regular ..read more
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How Much Sugar Are You Drinking?
Parker Place Blog
by Jennifer Reitmeyer
1y ago
  For lots of people (kids and adults alike), choosing a sweet beverage is something they do without a second thought. Whether it’s ordering a soda with a meal or grabbing a juice blend at the gas station, there’s something about it being a drink that makes people forget about what’s actually inside that bottle or can. The result? In the short term: extra calories, a crash in your energy levels, and possibly disrupted sleep. Over time: increased risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, cancer, fatty liver, kidney disease, depression, and gout, not to mention a negative impact on ..read more
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We've Missed You! Check Out Our Updated COVID-19 Protocols at Parker Place!
Parker Place Blog
by Jennifer Reitmeyer
1y ago
    The COVID-19 pandemic has made this year one of unprecedented stress and uncertainty for most families, and things like non-urgent medical visits understandably had to be set aside for a while. We're happy to say that our office is fully open and our providers are once again seeing patients here at Parker Place. We are closely following the CDC's recommendations for best practices to prevent the spread of COVID-19, which you can read more about in detail on our website. (Note: we will continue to update that section of our site with any changes in our COVID-19 plan!) Why Your Ch ..read more
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