Policy and Advocacy News   A Note from the CEO…   You did it! Disability advocates throughout California worked strenuously the past few months to ensure that the state budget did not neglect the needs of disability service providers and, more importantly, people with disabilities, their families, and the critical direct support professional workforce. …

Meet Occupational Therapy Student: Courtney Ramirez      Instagram Handle: @Courtneyreee   Q: What university do you attend? A: California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH)   Q: What therapy programs were you a part of at Momentum? A: Leaps & Bounds early intervention and Buddy Club   Q: What did you most enjoy about your time at Momentum? A: Being a part of the Leaps & Bounds program! I loved working with the…

Just like that, June zipped on by. We hope everyone is having an exciting but relaxing summer. As we approach our nation’s Independence Day, we too celebrate the importance of independence and what that means when it comes to helping people with disabilities and medical conditions. In this edition of the ICYMI, we say goodbye to the Washington Reid Gallery in Culver City, while highlighting thought-pro…

Meet Occupational Therapist: Alexandra Arguelles, MOT, OTR/L, SWC Q: What is your title at Momentum? A: I am an OT supervisor, Fieldwork Lead, and Occupational Therapist How long have you worked at Momentum? A:  I have been at MPTN for 5 years. Q: What therapy services are you a part of at Momentum? A: I am a part of the Buddy Club group program and provide 1:1 OT services in our clinic. Q: What university did you graduate from? A: I …

Momentum Wheels for Humanity raises over $720,000 to bring mobility to people in Ukraine and around the world For over 25 years, Momentum Wheels for Humanity has provided resources, training, and advocacy for children and adults with disabilities in low- and middle-income countries. The annual Wheels In Motion gala is one of the ways that the organization raises funds to support its global mission. For two years Momentum Wheels for Humanity w…

Somewhere between the ‘May Gray’ and the ‘June Gloom’, there is still plenty of sunshine for us to share this upcoming summer. More workshops, more artwork, more fun! This month we celebrate Pride and share news and reminders of upcoming events for both pediatric and adult services. Read on to learn more.   If you haven’t already, please like and follow our social pages: Facebook, …

A Note from the CEO…   On May 13, California Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled his FY2022-23 budget revisions and revenue projections. While there were several items included in the revised budget that will have a positive impact on the lives of Californians with disabilities, it falls short of adequately addressing the needs of people with disabilities in this challenging economy and extremely tight labor market.   It is often said th…

Meet Occupational Therapy Student: Sam Betts      Instagram Handle: N/A   Q: What university do you attend? A: California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH)   Q: What therapy programs were you a part of at Momentum? A: I was part of Buddy Club and Early Head Start during my time at MPTN.   Q: What did you most enjoy about your time at Momentum? A: I most enjoyed the sense of community during my time at MPTN. I feel very…

June is just around the corner, but before we wrap up May, we want to share our gratitude and recognize the great accomplishments and impact our speech therapists create in children’s lives. Plus, we reveal the total amount donated at the Wheels in Motion gala thanks to the overwhelming generosity of those who attended in person and online. And our friends with Special Children’s League, South Bay and P…

  There are too many kindhearted and accurate quotes about mothers to pick just one. But this weekend, we thank all the mothers and those who are mothers at heart. We extend our sincere gratitude to moms who work at Momentum, use Momentum services to support their child, and advocate for children and adults with disabilities and medical conditions. You are all genuinely remarkable humans. May the worl…

From assisting with life-threatening crises to delivering babies, and caring for people with disabilities and children with medical conditions, nurses perform some of the most difficult tasks in the medical world. As workers who perform the most essential healthcare tasks, nurses serve as the first point of contact for most people. National Nurses Week honors their contributions and reminds us to thank the medical professionals who keep us hea…

A Note from the CEO… As disability advocates throughout California anxiously await the Administration’s FY2022-23 Budget May Revision, the California Senate and Assembly continue to work on legislation that impacts people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.  In this newsletter, you will find many opportunities to add your voice to advocates throughout the state who are calling for action that positively impa…

Meet Occupational Therapist: Deb Metz, OTD, OTR/L Q: What is your title at Momentum? A: Occupational Therapist How long have you worked at Momentum? A: 3.5 years Q: What therapy services are you a part of at Momentum? A: Occupational Therapy, Leaps & Bounds, Social Skills/Buddy Club, Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) Q: What university did you graduate from? A: USC  Q: What is the most rewarding part of your job?  A: The most rew…

  If you haven’t already, please like and follow our social pages: Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, Twitter, LinkedIn, and YouTube.   Highlighting Momentum’s Outreach Efforts   At Momentum, we love to share with the community our mission and how it helps improve the lives of those we support. Hosting more events has allowed us the opportunity to s…

  Q: What is your title at Momentum?  A: My role at Momentum Pediatric Therapy Network is Occupational Therapist.   Q: What university did you graduate from? A: As part of my OT degree program at CSU Dominguez Hills, I completed my second Fieldwork Level 2 rotation at MPTN and never left. That was 13 years ago.  Q: What therapy services are you a part of at MPTN? A: I am an Early Intervention occupational therapist in Leaps and Bo…

Meet Occupational Therapist: Rebecca Wall, OTD, OTR/L, SWC   Q: What is your title at Momentum?  A: Occupational Therapist and Social Skills Department Lead   Q: What university did you graduate from? A: Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Nova Southeastern University-Tampa   Q: How long have you worked at Momentum? A: 3 years   Q: What therapy services are you a part of at MPTN?   A: Clinic Occupational Therapy Ser…

We cannot wait for this summer because some of our biggest events will return and our staff is already busy poring over every detail to ensure our upcoming experiences are the best yet. Next month, Momentum Wheels for Humanity will host its annual Wheels in Motion Gala fundraiser, followed by the return of the annual Devon Stern Golf Tournament. Plus, we welcome kids back this August to Camp Escapades, a premier camp for children of all abili…

Meet Occupational Therapy Student: Stephanie Durbano      Instagram Handle: @_stephcara   Q: What university do you attend? A: Boston University   Q: What therapy programs were you a part of at Momentum? A: At MPTN, I was a part of the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) program and Buddy Club.   Q: What did you most enjoy about your time at Momentum? A: I enjoyed the mentorship opportunities and being able to be a part of differen…

A Note from the CEO… This month we celebrated Intellectual and Developmental Disability Awareness Month which was first started when a public proclamation was issued by President Ronald Reagan in 1987. The purpose of the proclamation was to raise awareness of people living with developmental disabilities, as well as urge Americans to provide people living with developmental disabilities “the encouragement and opportunities they need to lead …

As we wrap up National Disability Awareness Month, we bring into April a sincere focus on raising awareness of autism and celebrating the dedicated work of our occupational therapists. In this edition of ICYMI, we highlight programs that are bringing families together and we’re saying thank you to donors who helped support our Share the Love collection for our direct support professionals. Momentum has dozens of staff who have made an …