Central Auditory Processing Disorder Treatment

Management of CAPD must be deficit-specific and be directly related to the type of CAPD that was diagnosed. There may be a single type of CAPD deficit or a combination of different types. Most typically, if there are several types then each type will be sequentially targeted according to developmental trends.

Direct intervention: may also be referred to as auditory training. These programs are designed individually for each child’s specific needs and intervention involves an array of techniques ranging from the use of sophisticated software programs to simpler games. The success of auditory training is based upon the neuroplasticity of the brain and its outcome is therefore highly dependent upon an intense training protocol that is consistently maintained. Rehabilitative success also depends upon early and aggressive intervention to effect a subsequent reorganization of the wiring of the brain.
Environmental modification: which involves adjusting the environment to minimize noise and improve the child’s ability to process auditory information through close liaison with the school. These modifications can range from preferential classroom seating and the use of assistive listening devices, to suggestions for the teacher on methods that will elicit the best performance from a child.
Compensatory strategies: teaches a child to use strategies to compensate for weak listening skills. Examples of this could include tape-recording lectures, to encouraging self-advocacy by teaching a child how to ask for repetition or clarification when necessary.

Any intervention of CAPD must also include a multidisciplinary team since there are large, shared and overlapping auditory, cognitive and language areas in the brain. As a result, the impact of poor listening skills can be highly varied and far-reaching.

Carol Lau is also the designer and owner of CAPDOTS (CAPD Online Therapy System), a web-based intervention program for CAPD. CAPDOTS must be prescribed and managed by a qualified service provider, audiologist or speech-language pathologist. CAPDOTS may or may not be prescribed for your child as a treatment option depending upon the appropriateness of the program.

OAKRIDGE CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

Median/Heritage Boulevard Work

Work on the median on Cambie Street has begun and resulted in Cambie Street being reduced to single lane heading southbound from 41^st to 45^th. This is expected to last until October.

In addition to the above, all southbound lanes on Cambie Street between 42^nd and 45^th will be closed temporarily from July 2^nd to 10^th. Traffic heading southbound will be directed to “cross over” to the east side of Cambie. Refer to the below image. During this period, the left turn into the parkade from Cambie northbound will be closed 24/7. Entrance into the parkade is only available via southbound on Cambie Street. When existing, customers will crossover to the east of Cambie Street and continue southbound.

Single Lane Alternating Access in/out of Parkade

In/out of the parkade will be single lane alternating access from July 2^nd to August 23^rd. Please note this work overlaps with the median crossover noted above.

TCP will be in place to manage traffic from:

6:30am to 9pm on Mon to Sat
9:00am to 7pm on Sundays

Important Note: Parkade will be closed outside of TCP hours. Tenant requiring access in/out of the parkade outside of the TCP hours must contact Security at 604-269-2103 at least fifteen (15) minutes prior so the barriers can be removed to facilitate safe entry/exit.

Due to all the above work, please add additional travel time.

Thank you for your accommodation and we apologise for the temporary inconvenience.