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Play therapy is real therapy

This week is National Play Therapy Week, a time when we celebrate and advocate for the use of play in working with children. While some people may be familiar with the idea of play therapy, it can be a mystery to others. After play therapy sessions, I’ve had several parents…

Welcome to National Play Therapy Week

Treatment

The week of February 2 is set aside as National Play Therapy Week — a time we celebrate the importance of play for children and families and honor the work done by therapists as they promote children’s health. At Tanager Place, we use play every day because of its benefits…

Tanager Place 2020 Gala slated for March 28

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Cruise through the decades with Tanager Place and be part of a legacy for our community’s children. Experience the passage of time through special appearances by Duffy’s cars, photo opportunities, food and entertainment. All proceeds from the 2020 Gala benefit Tanager Place. Registration link and additional details coming soon!

Study: 1 in 4 children with autism not diagnosed

Autism Spectrum Disorder, Prevention, Treatment

Tanager Place therapists can do a lot to help children with autism better communicate and learn social skills, but they are most effective when they begin early. There’s also a reason this neurological condition is known as Autism Spectrum Disorder. That is, symptoms can be wide-ranging, making it difficult for…

Tanager Place discussed on Mediacom Newsleaders

About Us

CEO Okpara Rice was a recent guest in the Mediacom Newsleaders’ studio. The interview will run throughout January on MC22, or you can watch it here.

Being purposeful, mindful can help with holiday stress

Prevention, Treatment

The holidays — sparkling lights and garlands, pretty presents, the scent of cookies and candy canes floating through the air, jingle bells and Rudolph, memories of days gone by — are referenced as a time of togetherness and family love. But for many people, especially those already prone to anxiety…

Tanager Place launches #31DaysOfGiving

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Starting today, Tanager Place is launching a holiday video series highlighting our volunteers, staff members and supporters. All of the community members featured have been asked to provide a video message on social media describing why they believe Tanager Place is important — to the children and families we serve,…

#TanagerTalks begins with ‘Angst’ documentary

Calendar, Education

Tanager Place is offering two special free screenings of the acclaimed IndieFlix documentary “Angst,” which offers a unique perspective of childhood anxiety. The screenings will take place at the Cedar Rapids Public Library on Monday, Dec. 9, and Tuesday, Dec. 10, and will be followed by community discussion. Participants are…