Author: Ilana Danneman, PT and Aviva Weiss, MS, OTR/L

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Ilana Danneman, PT and Aviva Weiss, MS, OTR/L

Aviva Weiss launched Fun and Function to empower kids with different abilities. As co-founder and CEO, she brings her expertise as an occupational therapist, innovative entrepreneur and dedicated mom.

Her leadership has guided the design of award-winning therapy products, calming clothing, and inclusive sensory rooms for all ages. Committed to evidence-based practice, Aviva and her team developed the ActiveMind program for schools, which improves focus and classroom behavior.

Prior to Fun and Function, Aviva worked as a therapist at leading institutions including Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. She earned her Masters in Occupational Therapy from The Richard Stockton College, graduating summa cum laude.

All blog posts of the author Ilana Danneman, PT and Aviva Weiss, MS, OTR/L

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6 Fun Activities on your Scooter Board

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7 Strategies to Improve Focus

7 Strategies to Improve Focus

It's the million-dollar question: How to Improve Focus? Parents, teachers and students want to...
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Free Play! Sensory Activities for Children with Special Needs

Free Play! Sensory Activities for Children with Special Needs

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Weighted Blanket Benefits: Calm Anxiety and Sleep!

Weighted Blanket Benefits: Calm Anxiety and Sleep!

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Smile! Oral Hygiene Tips for Kids and Adults with Sensory Challenges

Smile! Oral Hygiene Tips for Kids and Adults with Sensory Challenges

Do you know someone who dreads a visit to the dentist? Exhibits poor oral hygiene? Since this...
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