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ROOH CDC Rooh Child Development Centre is a leading therapy center in Abu Dhabi, founded on the belief that every child has a unique spark and potential.

The word "Rooh" means soul, and we are dedicated to nurturing the whole child—beyond any label or challenge.

Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change.Every story deserves to be heard, every experience deserves respect, a...
10/10/2026

Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change.

Every story deserves to be heard, every experience deserves respect, and every voice deserves a place in shaping the support people receive.

This World Mental Health Day, let’s move beyond listening to meaningful action and ensure that lived experiences help shape more compassionate, person-centred care.

09/10/2026

A hundred problems, a thousand worries… all forgotten in one little hug, one tiny kiss, and a love that makes everything worth it. ❤️

Sometimes, they heal our hearts without even knowing it. 🤍

Dyslexia is not about how hard a child tries. It is a difficulty with learning to read and spell that can persist despit...
08/10/2026

Dyslexia is not about how hard a child tries. It is a difficulty with learning to read and spell that can persist despite appropriate learning opportunities.

As parents, look beyond the question, “Is my child reading yet?”

Ask:
• Is your child struggling to connect letters with their sounds?
• Is sounding out unfamiliar words difficult?
• Does reading remain slow, effortful or frustrating?
• Is spelling consistently difficult?
• Does your child understand more when information is presented verbally than through reading?

These signs do not automatically mean dyslexia. But persistent difficulties deserve attention rather than being dismissed as laziness, carelessness or a lack of effort.

At Rooh Child Development Center, we look at the skills underlying literacy — including speech and language, phonological awareness, listening and language comprehension, and early reading and writing skills — to understand where a child may need support.

Because the goal is not simply to ask, “Can they read?”

It is to understand “What is making reading difficult for them?”

This Dyslexia Awareness Month, let’s notice the signs early, seek the right support, and give children the tools they need to learn with confidence.

07/10/2026

A haircut can feel very different for a child who is sensitive to sound, vibration, touch, or unfamiliar sensations.

Instead of rushing into the experience, we can break it down into smaller, predictable steps — gradually introducing the sounds and sensations around the head and giving the child time to become familiar with them.

The focus is not simply on getting through the experience.

It’s on building comfort, predictability, and participation.

At Rooh, we look at what may be making an everyday experience difficult and work from there.

Cerebral Palsy may shape how a child moves, communicates, or participates — but it does not define who they are or what ...
06/10/2026

Cerebral Palsy may shape how a child moves, communicates, or participates — but it does not define who they are or what they can become.

Support should begin with understanding the individual, recognising their strengths, and creating meaningful opportunities to communicate, learn, play, connect, and participate.

Because inclusion is not about making everyone the same.

It’s about making sure everyone has a place.

Cerebral Palsy Day — raising awareness, understanding, and inclusion.

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01/10/2026

What a child feels, sees and experiences matters.

Sensory play gives children opportunities to explore sensory information while supporting regulation, attention and engagement.

At Rooh Child Development Center, we create purposeful sensory experiences based on each child’s individual needs.

If you’re wondering what sensory support could look like for your child, connect with us at Rooh.

28/09/2026

Sensory & Occupational Therapy — more than just sensory play.

Sensory therapy supports how children process and respond to sensory information, while Occupational Therapy focuses on the skills needed for everyday participation — from movement, coordination and motor planning to play, self-care and school activities.

Together, they can be an important part of individualized intervention, helping children develop skills that carry over into their everyday lives.

At Rooh, therapy is purposeful, individualized and guided by each child’s needs.

27/09/2026

At Rooh, parent training is about making therapy practical for everyday life.

Our therapists work alongside parents to demonstrate strategies, practise them together, and help caregivers understand how to support their child’s communication, regulation and participation beyond the session.

Because when parents understand the “why”, they can confidently support the “how”.

24/09/2026

A hair dryer may seem like a simple part of a daily routine — but for some children, it can involve several sensory demands at once.

The sound, airflow, vibration, movement and unpredictability can all contribute to how a child experiences the activity.

Sensory processing can influence how children respond to and participate in everyday routines. When a sensory experience is challenging, the focus is not simply on making a child “get used to it.”

Instead, we look at what the child is experiencing, what makes the activity difficult, and how we can support participation in a way that is appropriate for that individual child.

The approach may involve adjusting the environment, introducing the experience gradually, offering predictability and considering the child’s cues throughout the activity.

Because the goal is not just tolerance — it is helping children participate more comfortably in the everyday experiences that matter to them.

If you have concerns about how your child responds to everyday sounds, movement, touch or other sensory experiences, contact us to understand your child’s needs and what approach may be appropriate.

22/09/2026

Ever wondered why some children find sounds like /T/, /D/, /N/ and /L/ difficult?

These sounds involve a specific tongue-tip movement and placement.

In this session, we’re using an OPT tool to help establish and facilitate that tongue elevation movement, before connecting it to speech.

Every child is different — and the right approach depends on why the sound is difficult in the first place.

Want to know if this approach may be suitable for your child? Get in touch with us.

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601/ADCP Tower B, 6th Floor, Behind City Season Hotel
Abu Dhabi

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 18:00
Thursday 08:00 - 18:00
Friday 08:00 - 18:00
Saturday 08:00 - 20:00

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+971567699077

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