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Drums and Disabilities Release Groundbreaking Therapy Kit

Author: Drums and Disabilities
Published: 2010/11/10 - Updated: 2025/06/03
Publication Type: Product Release, Update
Category Topic: Disability Information - Academic Publications

Page Content: Synopsis - Introduction - Main - Insights, Updates

Synopsis: This article introduces the Revolutionary Drum Therapy Kit developed by Drums and Disabilities (DAD), a non-profit organization recognized for its innovative approach to supporting individuals with autism, dyslexia, Tourette's, Asperger's, ADD, cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, ADHD, and other disabilities.

The kit, which includes a manual, drumsticks, and a drum pad, allows parents, teachers, and therapists to implement the award-winning Drum Therapy Program in homes, offices, or classrooms, making therapeutic benefits more widely accessible. The program is endorsed by doctors, psychologists, educators, and therapists worldwide and is credited with improving retention, coordination, self-esteem, fine motor skills, sensory integration, social skills, and both physical and cognitive functioning in children and adults with special needs. Its multi-sensory approach, engaging auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning, has been praised by school principals and psychological associations for its effectiveness in enhancing focus and attention.

The authority and usefulness of this information stem from the program's widespread adoption in schools, hospitals, and community centers globally, its certification by the New Jersey Department of Education, and endorsements from professionals and organizations across multiple sectors. This resource is particularly helpful for people with disabilities, their families, and professionals seeking practical, enjoyable, and evidence-backed tools to support developmental and educational goals - Disabled World (DW).

Introduction

The non-profit organization DAD (Drums and Disabilities) proudly presents the Revolutionary Drum Therapy Kit. Now for the first time, Parents, Teachers, and Therapists can use the celebrated, award winning Drum Therapy Program to help children and adults fight the effects of Autism, Dyslexia, Tourette's, Asperger's, ADD, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, ADHD, and other disabilities, right in their Home, Office, or Classroom.

Main Content

Doctors, School Systems, and Therapists throughout the world use the celebrated, award winning Drum Therapy Program, which has been proven to help Autistic and Special Needs children and adults develop Retention, Coordination, Self-Esteem, Fine Motor Skill, Sensory Integration, Social Skills, and Physical and Cognitive Functioning. It can also help children get better grades in school, and make homework much easier.

"We had no choice but to develop the Drum Therapy Kit," says DAD Program President/CEO Pat Gesualdo. "It is the only way to serve the increasing demand from all the parents, therapists, and teachers throughout the world, and in a faster, more efficient way."

"It's unbelievable, the kids don't want to leave school until they've had the DAD Program," says School Principal Maggie Alexis. "We find the DAD Program to be very helpful. It is a unique and effective method used to tap into our children's attention, focusing, an organizational difficulties, and through a medium that they enjoy," Says Dr. Phyllis Lakin, President of the N.J. Psychological Association.

"The focus and sustained attention displayed by the students when using the DAD Program is remarkable! This multi-sensory program works on auditory, visual and kinesthetic learning," says the South Bergen Jointure Commission.

The Drum Therapy Program is endorsed by top Doctors, Psychologists, Celebrities, Sports Stars, Neurologists, Teachers, School Principals, Psychologists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Behavioral Therapists, and is used in School Systems, Mental Health Facilities, Hospitals, and Community Centers throughout the world.

The Drum Therapy Kit is easy to use, loads of fun for the entire family or classroom, and includes the Drum Therapy Manual, a pair of drumsticks, and a drum pad.

About the DAD Program

DAD (Drums and Disabilities) is a 501 (C)(3) non-profit organization that revolutionized education, music, and medical History all at the same time, with it's Groundbreaking Drum Therapy curriculum. DAD is certified by the N.J. Department of Education as an official teacher-training CEU program. Psychologists, School Systems, and Special Needs Therapists throughout the U.S. Bosnia, Italy, New Zealand, Slovenia, London, Spain, Brazil, South Africa, and other countries use the DAD Program to help Autistic and special needs population develop physical and cognitive functioning.

The DAD Program offers celebrated award winning education and developmental programs and curriculum's for the Autistic, Special Needs, and Mainstream Population. Some include the Groundbreaking Drum Therapy Program, the "Drum Therapy," Drum Instruction Book/CD, the Revolutionary Junganew Speech Development System, (Developed by Licensed Speech Language Pathologist Esther Giordano, MA, CCC - SLP), and the Breakthrough Drum Therapy.

Kit. DAD products enable Parents, Teachers, and Therapists to help Autistic, Mainstream, and Special Needs Children and Adults to develop physical and cognitive functioning, right in the home, office, or classroom setting.

Numerous celebrities, sports stars, community leaders and corporations have joined forces with the DAD Program, including Senator Anthony Bucco, New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg's Administration, the Morris County Park Police, TD Bank, The South Bergen Jointure Commission, The Cerebral Palsy Centers of New Jersey, the NY Giants, the WWE Superstars, The New Jersey Education Association, Pepsi-Cola, the NJ Nets, and Sony Music Entertainment, among others.

Insights, Analysis, and Developments

Editorial Note: The release of the Drum Therapy Kit marks a significant step forward in accessible music-based interventions for individuals with special needs. By bridging the gap between clinical therapy and everyday environments, this kit empowers families and educators to play an active role in developmental support. Its strong backing from medical, educational, and community leaders underscores its value, and its affordability ensures that more people can benefit from a proven, enjoyable method to enhance cognitive and physical skills. As awareness of neurodiversity and inclusive practices grows, tools like this are likely to become even more integral to holistic support strategies - Disabled World (DW).

Attribution/Source(s): This quality-reviewed publication was selected for publishing by the editors of Disabled World (DW) due to its relevance to the disability community. Originally authored by Drums and Disabilities and published on 2010/11/10, this content may have been edited for style, clarity, or brevity.

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