Joy & Laughter Developmental Therapy

10/13/2026

Help Us Share The Warmth!❄️🧥

As the weather gets colder, a warm coat can make a big difference! JLD Therapy is partnering with One Warm Coat to help local families stay warm this winter.

We're collecting new or gently used coats from now Oct. 12 - Nov. 16 and we'd love your help!

They will be collected in our front reception office at
📍: 2270 N 1st Street, San Jose, CA 95131
🕒 : Monday–Thursday, 8 AM–7 PM | Friday, 8 AM–5 PM

Can't drop off a coat but still want to participate? You can also donate directly to One Warm Coat scanning the QR code on our flyer!

Thanks for helping us spread a little extra warmth this season, every coat counts!

10/13/2026

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 💙🌟💛

This month, we celebrate the incredible lives of people with Down syndrome. We honor their achievements and amplify their voices.

We know that a diagnosis does not define a person[cite: 12]. Every individual is a unique person with their own:
✨ Strengths
✨ Passions
✨ Goals
✨ Way of communicating
✨ Personality

At JLD, we love celebrating each child's individual story and helping them thrive! What are you celebrating this Down Syndrome Awareness Month? Share with us! 👇

10/12/2026

Every child develops differently. 💛

Milestones are helpful guides, not a race.

If something doesn't feel quite right, trust your instincts.

Early support can make a big difference. 🌱

Call (408) 337-2727 to speak with our therapists.

10/09/2026

Physical movement provides sensory input that helps children regulate their bodies and emotions. 🌟

Activities like jumping, swinging, or climbing can improve mood, focus, and self-regulation.

Try our free developmental screening or call 📞 (408) 337-2727 to speak with our therapists.

10/07/2026

Does your child hesitate on stairs, lose their footing on uneven ground, or grab for your hand every time the surface changes? Read our latest blog, Why Your Child May Struggle with Stairs, Curbs, and Uneven Ground, to learn how physical therapy can help your child improve their confidence and safety as they move through the world on their own.

Do stairs, curbs, or uneven ground make your child uneasy? Learn how PT helps them safely navigate changing surfaces with greater confidence and independence.

10/07/2026

Together, we can share warmth! 🧥💙

JLD Therapy is partnering with One Warm Coat with a big goal in mind: 50 COATS!

Did you know every $1 donated warms 1 person? Your support ensures children and adults in need stay protected during the colder months.

✨ How you can help:

Click the link to donate online! https://onewarmcoat.rallybound.org/EEcoatdrive/Member/MyPage/10664581/JLD-Therapy

Share this post with friends and family to help us hit our goal!

Let's make a difference together! 🌟

📞 408-337-2727 | 📧 [email protected]

10/06/2026

Let’s play and learn together! ☁️✨

Did you know that sensory play—like tracing shapes, letters, or lines in tactile trays—is one of the most effective ways to build hand strength, fine motor control, and pre-writing skills?

When children get to explore through touch, writing stops feeling like work and starts feeling like fun! At Joy & Laughter Developmental Therapy, our therapists use hands-on, engaging activities to help kids build confidence and master key developmental milestones.

Visit jldtherapy.com to explore how play-based therapy can support your child's learning journey!

10/06/2026

Pumpkin Painting Contest.

Cast your vote by writing the name or number in the comments below!

10/06/2026

🧠 Did you know that one of the most important skills a child can develop is the ability to think about their own thinking?

These are called metacognitive skills, and they help children plan, problem-solve, self-monitor, and become more independent learners.

Whether your child has ADHD, executive functioning challenges, or simply needs extra support with organization and learning strategies, building these skills can make a meaningful difference both in school and in everyday life.

Watch the video to learn why metacognition matters and how it helps children become more confident, capable learners. 💙