We're breaking down the four AAC myths we hear most often in sessions. Swipe & head to the blog (https://t.co/CCgvTOna8E) for the full myth vs. fact breakdown. 💬 Every communicator deserves to be understood, however they get there. 🌱
#AACawareness#InclusiveCommunication#AAC
As today marks International Self Care Day, we wanted to share with you all the ways our team practices self care. From time in nature, reading a good book, family time, walks with a furry friend and everything in between. In what ways do you practice self care? 💭 #selfcare
Happy #ParksDay! 🌲🌞
For caregivers looking to enjoy the outdoors with a loved one or client, Parks Canada is offering free admission & discounted overnight stays to help make your next adventure more accessible.
Explore more: https://t.co/z3YMGZVAZh
For so many, chronic fatigue, joint pain, dizziness, and sensory overload get treated like separate mysteries; when really, they might be pieces of the same picture 🔎
📖 Read the full story here & access helpful tips — https://t.co/rzj98JGZZR
#hypermobilityspectrumdisorder
Spark Lifecare has officially landed in Halifax! ✨⛵We're bringing a full circle of care, connecting clients with the multidisciplinary support they need, every step of the way. We can't wait to grow alongside this community 🚀
🌐 https://t.co/XdyJW9rnE9
#HalifaxNS#Healthcare
Ontario's auto insurance has gotten its biggest overhaul in over 30 years, and most drivers have no idea what's changing. 👀
We broke it all down in our latest blog. 🔗 Follow this link to read more: https://t.co/ul7EAXhlCK
#OntarioAutoInsurance#MotorVehicleAccident
This July 14th, Spark will be celebrating another year of "Buzz Day" 🐝, marking the birthday of our founder Brad's beloved, late father.
Head over to our blog to learn more about his personal journey with mental health and how Buzz Day came to be: https://t.co/WpQ7PtnBAO
☀️ Summer should feel like a gift, not full of unpredictability.
We put together a free Summer Routine Starter Kit for families with children with autism, because a little structure makes a big difference.
Learn more: https://t.co/VRGwTHl9jo
💜 #autismsupport
Happy #CanadaDay! 🇨🇦
Wishing everyone a wonderful celebration filled with joy and unity.
If you find yourself spending the day outdoors, be sure to explore the exciting activities and events happening around the community: https://t.co/YrCjGdVXU7
#PTSD Reminder # 5️⃣
Healing is possible and involves more than talk therapy.
It combines coping strategies like grounding + mindfulness with body-based approaches that help the nervous system safely return to the present.
Find support: https://t.co/MDbQEyjfuj
✨ #SparkCares
#PTSD Reminder # 4️⃣
Living with PTSD can mean being in a constant state of hypervigilance, scanning for danger, reading expressions, and assessing for safety.
That internal monitoring can make everyday tasks exhausting.
Find support: https://t.co/ijtUmQILNY
✨ #SparkCares
#PTSD Reminder # 3️⃣
When someone is triggered, the brain's "thinking" center begins to go offline. That's why telling someone to "calm down" often doesn't work.
The body must feel safe before the mind can think clearly.
Find support: https://t.co/2H184xpAtt
✨ #SparkCares
#PTSD Reminder # 2️⃣
Distress doesn't always look like panic or anger. It can look like shutting down, feeling numb, spacing out, or people-pleasing.
These are nervous system responses.
Find support: https://t.co/ty2Dy0bvTQ
✨ #SparkCares
#PTSD Reminder # 1️⃣
Trauma changes the body's stress response. A trigger doesn't just bring back a "bad memory", it activates the brain's threat response, signalling that the danger is happening right now.
Find support: https://t.co/fJfZG62GVu
✨ #SparkCares
June 27 is #PTSDAwarenessDay 🧠
We stand with those living with PTSD, reminding our community that healing is possible and no one has to face it alone.
📚 Resources: https://t.co/M7A3vKVrVA
#MentalHealthMatters
From stroke recovery to swallowing difficulties to language delays, SLPs support Canadians at every stage of life. We broke it all down in our latest blog ➡️ https://t.co/oIr2Uki4Kr #SpeechLanguagePathology#SLPCanada#HealthcareCanada