Once upon a time, in the magical state of Massachusetts, where the Boston Tea Party was as famous as the scrumptifiable Boston cream pie, a gang of super kids gathered every day for a unique adventure. They weren't ordinary children though, oh no! They were brave Occupational Therapy warriors led by none other than our cool-as-a-cucumber hero, Captain Hand-Eye Coordination, or as his friends called him, 'Captain HEC.' Now, you must be wondering, what's so special about these kiddos? Well, each one of them was on a quest to conquer their own mountains, some were learning to soar high above challenges of balance and movement, while others were mastering their fine motor skills, one puzzle piece at a time. Their secret weapon? Captain HEC's magical Occupational Therapy playground! Captain HEC, with his snazzy rainbow socks and superhero cape made of duct tape, was the heart and soul of their journey. He transformed therapy exercises into exciting quests, making them giggle while they groaned, laugh while they learned. He would say, "Friends, in our world, every obstacle is a ticklish octopus or a jiggly jelly giant, waiting to be tamed!" Not all heroes wear capes, some wear goofy glasses and have mismatched shoelaces. And not all battles are fought on battlegrounds, some are won on therapy mats, under the warm Massachusetts sun. And so, each day, these little warriors, armed with determination, laughter and a sprinkle of Captain HEC’s wacky imagination, took another step towards their victory.
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At HCS Head Start Inc., we have been providing high-quality early childhood education services for children and families in Western Massachusetts for over 55 years. Our services are available in cities and towns throughout the region, including Brimfield, Chicopee, East Longmeadow, Granby (shared with Community Action), Hampden, Holland, Holyoke, Indian Orchard, Longmeadow, Ludlow, Monson, Palmer, South Hadley (shared with Community Action), Springfield, Three Rivers, Wales, and Wilbraham. We understand the importance of providing quality early education and understand the many benefits it can have on a child’s development. We believe in giving families the tools and resources they need to set their children up for success. Our staff is passionate about providing the best care and education for your children. We strive to create a safe, secure, and nurturing environment to help your children reach their full potential.