Over the Rainbow’s framework is represented by the evolving relationship between the child and family capacity over time. Although the child is considered an integral part of the model, the focus of OTR is on building a families capacity, essentially strengthening the foundation and “painting” a greater base of support for the child.
Families are therefore engaged proactively in accomplishing self-determined goals through participation in the entire process and ultimately in the development of personal capacities, strengths, and abilities. The development of skills will also lead to generalization of resources to address a range of presenting challenges in the future.
Environment
There are many aspects of environment that need to be considered like physical, political, social and cultural. A positive environment allows the child to do the things that are necessary for learning, developing, playing, building, creating, exploring, inquiring and participating in family life and the community.
Affective
- Emotional Development
- Social Skills
- Regulation
- Temperament
- Attachment
Productivity
- Play
- Building relationships
- Adaptive behaviour
- Personal responsibility
- Social perspective taking
- Sensory/emotional regulation
Physical
- Body Awareness
- Motor Skills
- Communication Skills (Expressive Language, Articulation)
- Sensory Processing
- Motor Planning
Leisure
Participation in meaningful opportunities with self, peers and family (e.g. bike rides with family, playing at the park, swimming, soccer, creative expressions of their interests)
Cognitive
- Receptive Language
- Concept development
- Visual Perception
- Problem Solving
- Thinking & Reasoning
- Flexibility
- Awareness of Safety
Self-Care
- Dressing
- Toileting
- Feeding
- Washing
- Grooming
- Sleep
Family Capacity
Our mission is to empower families with children with developmental needs by enhancing their strengths, building their skills and creating solutions through partnerships to achieve lasting, positive and meaningful growth over time
