Deaf and Blindness Awareness Month
If a child is born with or develops a hearing or vision impairment, here are a few signs to be aware of.
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Get to Know Our Food Pantry
Did you know that we have a Food Pantry? In partnership with the San Antonio Food Bank, CRIT has a Food Pantry.
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Beyond the Birthmark: Going Past the Surface with Sturge-Weber
Sturge-Weber syndrome is characterized by a port wine birthmark on the face, increased pressure in the eye, and neurological involvement.
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World Multiple Sclerosis Day
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease that causes a breakdown in communication between the brain and the nervous system. Its symptoms include vision loss, pain, fatigue, and coordination challenges.
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Don’t Wait, Vaccinate at CRIT
In order to better serve our community, we are pleased to announce that Children’s Rehabilitation Institute TeletonUSA will become a COVID-19 Vaccination Center.
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About OI: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment
Children with this condition have a genetic defect that affects their ability to make collagen, resulting in collagen deficiency or having collagen that doesn’t function properly.
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How to Use Books to Promote Communication Skills
We use books and story-telling with children to help promote brain development, teach language and emotions, spark curiosity, and encourage children to use their imagination.
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Understanding the Puzzle of Autism
Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), refers to a group of conditions that cause difficulties with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication.
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A Small Glimpse at Traumatic Brain Injury
A Traumatic Brain Injury, or TBI, results from a direct hit to the head that disrupts healthy brain function and development. The severity of a TBI ranges from “mild” to “severe.”
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