Paediatric Neurodevelopment Clinic

The Paediatric Neurodevelopment Clinic at Green Memorial Hospital (GMH), Manipay was established to provide comprehensive assessment, intervention, counselling, and follow-up services for children with neurodevelopmental disorders and developmental delays, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning difficulties, speech and language delays, and other developmental challenges.

The primary aim of the clinic is to promote the holistic development of children through a multidisciplinary and family-centred approach. Various therapeutic and developmental programmes are implemented to enhance children’s communication, social interaction, cognitive abilities, sensory processing, motor skills, independence, and overall quality of life.

The clinic operates from Monday to Friday, from 3.00 p.m. to 5.30 p.m., with additional developmental programmes conducted on Saturdays from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

Daily Activities

Daily activities are planned according to each child’s individual developmental needs and goals. These activities include:

  • Brain Gym exercises
  • Movement therapy
  • Physical exercise programmes
  • Meditation
  • Super Brain Yoga
  • Pre-learning and school readiness activities
  • Speech and communication training
  • Sensory integration and sensory play activities
  • Life skills and functional independence training
  • Fine motor and gross motor skill development activities
  • Outdoor play and physical activities
  • Sensory Park activities
  • Mud play and gardening activities
  • Cycling and balance training
  • Indoor games and social interaction activities
  • Creative development activities

The clinic provides access to a Sensory Park, Sensory Garden, playground, mud play area, Agro Park, Environmental Link Room, and other outdoor learning environments. These facilities offer valuable opportunities for children to explore different sensory experiences, improve coordination and balance, build confidence, and develop their physical, emotional, and social skills.

Weekly Activities

Weekly activities are designed to strengthen children’s participation, social engagement, and developmental progress through structured programmes. These include:

  • Music classes
  • Dance and movement sessions
  • Keyboard classes
  • Group interaction sessions
  • Social skills development programmes
  • Recreational and creative activities
  • Weekly empowerment and training sessions for Teaching/Coaching Assistants
  • Multidisciplinary team reviews and progress monitoring
  • Routine assessments conducted every Tuesday and Thursday by the Family Medicine Registrar and Consultant Family Physician

Monthly Activities

Monthly programmes are conducted to promote experiential learning, family participation, and community engagement. These include: Theme-based programmes conducted on the last Saturday of every month, such as:

  • Sports Meets
  • Junior Cycling Rides
  • Village Theme Programmes
  • Educational Field Trips
  • Temple and Cultural Visits
  • Community Helpers Programmes
  • Environmental Awareness Activities
  • Cultural and Festival Celebrations
  • Parent guidance and counselling sessions
  • Individual and group therapeutic interventions
  • Parent education and awareness programmes
  • Music and movement activities
  • Drama, storytelling, and role-play sessions
  • Parent-child participation programmes
  • Medical student involvement and community engagement activities
  • Environmental Modification Day conducted on every Poya Day
  • Monthly developmental assessments and progress reviews

Annual Activities

Annual programmes are designed to encourage community participation and provide broader developmental opportunities for children. These activities include:

  • World Autism Awareness Day programmes
  • International Yoga Day celebrations
  • Children’s Day celebrations
  • Annual talent shows and cultural programmes
  • Parent appreciation and family engagement events
  • Community awareness campaigns
  • Educational and recreational outings
  • Staff training and capacity-building programmes
  • Annual environmental improvement projects
  • Annual developmental assessments and outcome evaluations
  • Recognition and appreciation programmes for children, parents, and volunteers

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