Swings of Hope: Success at the 8th Annual CRIT Golf Tournament
On September 21, the CRIT community came together at Oak Hills Country Club in San Antonio for the 8th Annual CRIT Golf Tournament, a special day dedicated to supporting children with disabilities and their families. The tournament welcomed players, sponsors, supporters, and friends of CRIT for a day of golf with a greater purpose. Throughout the […]
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Goals are like a recipe
FROM YOUR CRIT COUNSELOR: Having goals can be compared to preparing a recipe. In order to make a recipe, you need the right ingredients, workspace, utensils, equipment, time, and sometimes assistance. The final result can depend on many factors: the quality of your ingredients, how everything was prepared, the environment where you were working, whether […]
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Star of the Month: Violetta – standing tall and exploring
Violetta, our Star of the Month, is a joyful little girl whose face lights up every time she hears her dad cheering her on during therapy. Thanks to your generous support, she has made incredible strides at CRIT! Today, Violetta is growing stronger in her communication skills using an AAC device with eye-gaze tracking technology. […]
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Celebrating CRIT’s Dads: A Letter of Gratitude and Hope
Dear Dad, This Father’s Day, thank you for showing up, staying strong, and standing by your child through every challenge. Father’s Day at CRIT We’ve met thousands of families at the Children’s Rehabilitation Institute TeletonUSA. Each story is different, but every father we meet shows the same deep love and commitment. You don’t have to […]
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Meet Sloan, our inspiring May Star of the Month!
At nearly four years old, Sloan exudes imagination, determination, and joy. We are thrilled to celebrate her as our Star of the Month for National Speech-Language-Hearing Month! Sloan has spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy, a condition that affects her muscle tone and control in all four limbs. While this makes daily tasks, such as sitting up, […]
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7 Powerful Ways Speech-Language Pathologists Help People Communicate and Thrive
Beyond Speech: The Full Scope of SLPs When most people think of speech therapy, they might picture a child learning to pronounce the letter “R” or someone regaining their voice after surgery. But the truth is, speech-language pathologists (SLPs) offer a wide range of support that extends far beyond speech correction. SLPs are trained professionals […]
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Dear CRIT Moms,
Your life transformed the moment you received a diagnosis. In that instant, your plans, priorities, and sense of peace shifted. You have faced tough days—times when exhaustion feels heavy and the future is uncertain. Yet, there have also been days filled with love, determination, and meaningful victories. Every step your child takes, every word spoken, […]
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March Star of the Month: Logan Quiroz
Meet Logan, our March Star of the Month! At just 4 years and 5 months old, Logan is already showing the world what strength, perseverance, and joy look like. Logan was born with a rare genetic condition called Pelizaeus-Merzbacher Disease, which affects his muscle control, movement, and ability to speak. Everyday tasks—like sitting up, grasping […]
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We have officially been certified as a Great Place to Work!
This milestone reflects our commitment to well-being, inclusion, and excellence. Today, we proudly share that the Children’s Rehabilitation Institute TeletonUSA (CRIT) has received the Great Place to Work certification. This recognition highlights our ongoing effort to create a workplace where every team member can grow and feel valued. Why is this achievement so exceptional? At […]
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