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The Use of Props and Adaptive Materials in Music Therapy Sessions, Part 1
Presenter: Mollie Caravello, MT-BC
  • During music therapy sessions, this therapist attempts to meet the needs of all the individuals in her groups.  Paired with most songs and activities, there are props included: adapted lights, textured objects, smells, items with braille, speakers, to name a few. Details of these items and how they are used during music therapy will be discussed. This is the first of a two part presentation.
  • CEUS: .5 ACVREP; Certificate of Attendance by request
  • Length: 36 minutes​
  • Register to view this free session. Please Note: The date you will see when registering for the "Focus" Talk is the date that the presentation was recorded. All "Focus" Talks are available for viewing immediately after registration. 
 
The Use of Props and Adaptive Materials in Music Therapy Sessions, Part 2
Presenter: Mollie Caravello, MT-BC
  • During music therapy sessions, this therapist attempts to meet the needs of all the individuals in her groups.  Paired with most songs and activities, there are props included: adapted lights, textured objects, smells, items with braille, speakers, to name a few. Details of these items and how they are used during music therapy will be discussed.This is part two of a two part presentation. 
  • CEUS: .5 ACVREP; Certificate of Attendance by request
  • Length: 48 minutes
  • Register to view this free session. Please Note: The date you will see when registering for the "Focus" Talk is the date that the presentation was recorded. All "Focus" Talks are available for viewing immediately after registration. ​
 
American Printing House for the Blind Tactile Book Building Kit Simplified
Presenters: Georgia Wattendorf Guiney, M.Ed., COMS & Meaghan Famularo
  • The APH Tactile Book Building Kit might look overwhelming, but this step-by-step presentation will help you to create your very own tactile book filled with a variety of activities. 
  • CEUS: NONE; Certificate of Attendance by request
  • Length: 29 minutes
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    • ​Creating Your Own Tactile Book (PDF)
    • American Printing House for the Blind (APH) Federal Quota Account
  • Register to view this free session. Please Note: The date you will see when registering for the "Focus" Talk is the date that the presentation was recorded. All "Focus" Talks are available for viewing immediately after registration. ​
For more information please contact: 
Lisa DiBonaventura,  M.A.,  COMS
Statewide Director Vision & Vision Loss Services
Department of Developmental Services  (DDS)
Email: Lisa.DiBonaventura@mass.gov
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