STAR INSTITUTE
STAR Institute for Sensory Processing Disorder
STAR Institute for Sensory Processing Disorder (STAR Institute) was formed in 2016 from two merged organizations–the Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Foundation and the STAR Center. The STAR Institute provides premier treatment, education and research for children, adolescents, and adults with SPD. We have collaborated to create a sensory playground at the STAR Institute in Greenwood Village, Colo, which is helping move SPD therapy outdoors. We're honored to have Dr. Lucy Jane Miller, the founder of these organizations on our Inclusive Play Advisory Board to learn more about how therapy in natural settings—especially playgrounds—helps treat children touched by the disorder. Learn more.
Helping Children, Adults and Families
STAR Institute for Sensory Processing Disorder (STAR Institute) is a world leader in research, education and advocacy for Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), a neurological condition that doesn’t allow the brain to interpret sensory information correctly. STAR Institute, located in Greenwood Village, Colo., provides hope and help to children and adults living with SPD as well as their families.
Together, we’re helping bring more awareness to the disorder, and share the important work that the STAR Institute does to treat adults and children affected by SPD. Our collaboration has led to the creation of a sensory playground at the STAR Institute, which is helping move SPD therapy outdoors.
Therapy in a “Natural” Setting
Because playgrounds are an important part of children’s lives and they provide opportunities to play, learn and socialize, the inclusive playground at STAR Institute is used as a therapy tool and this “natural” setting will be incorporated into children’s daily lives. Occupational therapists and other SPD experts will monitor children’s interactions on the equipment and document behavior changes, which will become valuable support materials for our sensory products.
Helping Children, Adults and Families
STAR Institute for Sensory Processing Disorder (STAR Institute) is a world leader in research, education and advocacy for Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), a neurological condition that doesn’t allow the brain to interpret sensory information correctly. STAR Institute, located in Greenwood Village, Colo., provides hope and help to children and adults living with SPD as well as their families.
Together, we’re helping bring more awareness to the disorder, and share the important work that the STAR Institute does to treat adults and children affected by SPD. Our collaboration has led to the creation of a sensory playground at the STAR Institute, which is helping move SPD therapy outdoors.
Therapy in a “Natural” Setting
Because playgrounds are an important part of children’s lives and they provide opportunities to play, learn and socialize, the inclusive playground at STAR Institute is used as a therapy tool and this “natural” setting will be incorporated into children’s daily lives. Occupational therapists and other SPD experts will monitor children’s interactions on the equipment and document behavior changes, which will become valuable support materials for our sensory products.
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