Ptarmigan Connections

08/28/2026

💙 Did you know?

An estimated 1 in 20 Americans may have an FASD.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) are a group of diagnosable conditions that can occur following prenatal alcohol exposure. FASD can have lifelong effects and may impact learning, behavior, mental health, sensory processing, physical health, and more.

FASD can sometimes be overlooked or misunderstood. Learning more about FASD can help us better understand the strengths, challenges, and support needs of the people we care for.

At Ptarmigan Connections, our team-based FASD clinic provides comprehensive evaluations for children and adolescents age 18 and younger.

If you have questions about whether an FASD evaluation may be appropriate, we encourage you to reach out.

Parents, caregivers, educators, healthcare providers, mental and behavioral health professionals, social workers, OCS caseworkers, and other members of a child's support team are all welcome to contact us.

You don't have to know whether FASD is the right fit before reaching out—we're happy to answer questions and help you determine whether an evaluation may be appropriate. 💙

FASD United

08/11/2026

08/04/2026

A new month, a repost for advertising; Sign up today! 📚🖊️

07/09/2026

📚 A new month means another exciting training opportunity!

Our very own Mary Holbrook, M.S., CCC-SLP, is hosting Stefanie Olson, M.S., CCC-SLP with the Center for AAC & Autism this November 6 & 7. She will be presenting Language Acquisition Through Motor Planning (LAMP) and Moving Forward with LAMP. 🗣️💬

We welcome SLPs, SLPAs, teachers, administrators, nurses, case managers, social workers, OTs, PTs, intervention specialists, ABA professionals, audiologists, physicians, and parents of AAC users. 🤝🧩

📍 Join us at the Ptarmigan Connections Aurora Conference Room.

📝 Sign up for either or both training days here:
https://www.aacandautism.com/training

Please share with anyone who may be interested! 🌟

07/08/2026

🎨✨ We have our winners! ✨🎨

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who participated in the Ptarmigan Therapy Coloring Contest! We loved seeing all of the creativity and artistic talent that was shared with us.

We had two age categories:
🖍️ Ages 12 and Under
🖍️ Ages 13 and Above

Congratulations to our two 1st Place winners and our two Honorable Mention recipients! 🎉 Your artwork truly stood out, and we are so proud of all of our participants.

Thank you to everyone who entered and helped make this contest so much fun. We can’t wait to do it again!

❤️ Be sure to check out the winning masterpieces below and help us congratulate our talented artists in the comments!

06/23/2026

🐾 A Friendly Reminder About Pets and Hot Vehicles 🐾

As temperatures rise, it's important to remember that a parked vehicle can become dangerously hot within minutes, even on days that don't seem excessively warm.

Leaving pets in a vehicle, even with the windows cracked, can quickly lead to heat exhaustion, heatstroke, organ failure, and tragically, death. Animals cannot regulate their body temperature as efficiently as humans, making them especially vulnerable to overheating.

Some signs of heat distress in pets include:
• Excessive panting
• Drooling
• Weakness or lethargy
• Vomiting
• Difficulty breathing
• Collapse

If you're running errands, please consider leaving your pet safely at home where they can stay cool and comfortable. If you see an animal in distress inside a hot vehicle, contact local authorities immediately.

A few extra minutes of planning can save a life. Let's all do our part to keep our furry family members safe this summer. ❤️🐕🐈

If it's too hot for you, it's even hotter for them.

06/11/2026

🚗💨🚧 Cones, detours, and delays… oh my! Please plan to leave a bit early for your appointment so road construction doesn't get in the way of your arrival. 😊

05/20/2026

We are back up and running! 🏃‍♀️Thank you for patience!

05/20/2026

At this time, our clinic is currently without internet, meaning we cannot access our electronic health record. We will update you as soon as we are back up and running. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

04/17/2026

🧡 Celebrating 3 years in our own space 🧡
Ptarmigan Therapy

What started as a vision has grown into a place where children, families, and providers come together every day to support growth, healing, and development.

We are proud to be part of a larger team that offers a full spectrum of care:
🩵 A true “Ptarmigan” work family 💚
✨ Pediatrics
✨ Therapy
✨ Behavioral & Developmental Health
✨ Multi Care

It genuinely takes all of us working together to make a difference 🤩

Thank you for being part of our journey. We are so grateful for this community and excited for what’s ahead. 🫶