Powerback Pediatrics offers high-quality early intervention services for infants and toddlers. Early Intervention is a publicly funded program that provides free or reduced-cost services for eligible children under the age of three who may have developmental delays or disabilities. Our services, including speech and physical therapy, play a vital role in boosting learning, overcoming challenges, and promoting success in school and life. We focus on tailoring personalized plans to address the unique concerns of each family, and we are committed to delivering exceptional care to help every child achieve significant progress and reach their full potential.
Currently, our Early Intervention team serves families in the Chicagoland area, while our Metro Therapy division services families located in the New York/Long Island metropolitan area. If you are looking to start a career in Early Intervention programs within patient homes or virtually, inpatient/outpatient hospital settings, or school-based support, we'd love to meet you! Learn more about our career opportunities here.
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Early Intervention is a program created to provide support and services for infants and toddlers at risk for developmental delays or disabilities. The goal is to identify and address concerns early to improve a child's overall development.
Early Intervention can assist with various areas, including speech and language development, motor skills, cognitive abilities, social interactions, and adaptive behavior. Powerback Pediatrics offers assistance in the following:
For more information on Early Intervention, please visit the CDC website linked below. Illinois Families can visit the Early Intervention Clearinghouse site for additional information:
There are three key interactions to expect during a typical Early Intervention visit:
Preparations
During the Visit
After the Visit
If you'd like to receive more information on what a typical Early Intervention session with Powerback Pediatrics can look like, please connect with our team:
Yes, early intervention services are designed for children under 3 years of age.
Early Intervention services can assist your child in reaching developmental milestones, which begin as early as one month old. Every child's development is unique, but for 1 in 10 children, this difference could translate to a delay in their development.
For children age 3 or older, the CDC website recommends reaching out to your local public school for information about preschool special education services.
Early intervention services with Powerback Pediatrics are provided in your child’s natural environment, where they spend their day.
These settings include:
During a teletherapy or live video visit, your Early Intervention therapist will connect with your family over a video call to observe and provide feedback, directions, and strategies on how to best help and support your child.
For more information, please connect with the Powerback Pediatrics team:
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