Children’s Rehab
PPEC Speech Therapy in Lehigh Acres, FL
PPEC Speech Therapy in Lehigh Acres, FL
Children’s Rehab has been serving South Florida since 1991 and is a trusted and dedicated Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Center. The vibrant and dedicated team at Children’s Rehab is composed of highly skilled medical personnel and additional staff committed to nurturing and advancing the wellbeing of medically fragile children in Lehigh Acres and surrounding areas such as Fort Myers, LaBelle, Cape Coral, Immokalee and more! Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced speech therapists, RNs, CNAs, LPNs, physical therapists, behavioral therapists, and occupational therapists, all working collaboratively to provide a wide array of medical services six days a week for up to 12 hours a day. In addition to our medical team, our facility is supported by an activities coordinator, social media manager, transportation director, child care administrator, and community relations director, enhancing our service offerings and community engagement. Special education teachers from Lee County public schools further enrich our program, ensuring that each child’s educational needs are met alongside their medical care. We provide speech therapy to all our patients at no extra charge, emphasizing our commitment to accessible, comprehensive care that goes beyond medical treatments to improve the lives of the children and their families we support. If you are looking for support for medically fragile children in Lehigh Acres and South Florida, we invite you to reach out and begin the enrollment process for our PPEC. Our top-notch speech therapy and extensive care offerings are designed to address the distinct needs of our community’s children, offering them the vital support necessary for their growth and well-being.
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PPEC Speech Therapy
Speech therapy is tailored to the unique requirements of medically fragile children, focusing on enhancing their ability to communicate effectively and eat safely. This therapy addresses a range of challenges, from difficulty articulating words to problems with swallowing. Our skilled speech therapists use a variety of techniques and tools, including exercises to strengthen the muscles used in speech and swallowing, games to make therapy sessions engaging and effective, and technology-assisted devices to support non-verbal communication. The goal is to foster each child’s independence, boost their confidence, and improve their quality of life by helping them express their needs, thoughts, and feelings more clearly, and to ensure that nutritional intake is safe and efficient. This comprehensive approach to speech therapy is deeply integrated into the child’s overall care plan, ensuring that it complements their medical treatments and supports their developmental goals.
See What Our Clients Say About Us
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…They go above and beyond to communicate about him. Facility is super clean and spacious. I have done a couple of pop ups and I have NEVER seen an unhappy or mistreated child or employee…
Shahara
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Phenomenal school that really cares about their students. Very happy with the progress my son has made in the years he’s been enrolled
Denise Jaymes
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More than a PPEC, the place works like a big family. They are all very loving with the children and make them feel at home. It is seen that there is harmony among the staff, they treat each other with great affection and respect…
Aida Calviac
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My daughter was approved for 5 months of services with PPEC and with their assistance, I think her health points and outcomes will improve.
Muna Sultan
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My son Sema’j Birkins been good to this school since 1 years old. And it’s the best school for a child with special needs & the staff are amazing 😉
Shantaria Miller
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Awww man I can go on and on how much I love Children Rehab PPEC. My baby have been going to PPEC since she was 3 and a half months and the first time we visited the facility I fell in love and this is the truth they didn’t just…
Shirley Davy
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My son has been going here since he was 6 months old. He’s now 7 and continues to go for summer break and other days he’s out of school. The staff is really great, the tend to all of his needs. He’s enjoyed all of the field trips this summer.
Tionna Michelle
Children’s Rehab PPEC in Lehigh Acres, FL
Integrating speech therapy with our PPEC services at Children’s Rehab enhances the support for children with medical complexities. This unified approach ensures therapy goals are part of the child’s wider health and development plans. It streamlines communication between therapists, nurses, and families, aligning all elements of the child’s care. This consolidation reduces the need for travel to various appointments, easing family schedules and allowing for a clear view of the child’s progress. It also facilitates swift updates to care strategies as needed, ensuring the child’s needs are promptly met. By combining these services, we support speech and communication improvement while contributing to the child’s overall health and engagement with their environment.
Benefits of Speech Therapy & Care at Children’s Rehab
- Up to 12 hours per day
- Free transportation to and from
- Specialized case management
- Replaces in-home nursing
- Socialization for children
- Therapies (speech, physical, occupational, behavioral)
- Recreational activities
- Specialized education (can replace school)
- Treatment of medically fragile children who also have developmental delays
- Specialized nursing care for common & uncommon medical conditions
Children’s Rehab PPEC in Lehigh Acres, FL
Address:
3020 Lee Boulevard
Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday 6:00 am to 6:00 pm
Frequently Asked Questions
PPEC services are covered by Medicaid and most private insurance plans. Once a child is deemed eligible for PPEC services based on medical necessity, the cost is fully covered, reducing the financial burden on families. Speech therapy for PPEC patients is included.
PPEC speech therapy encompasses a wide range of interventions tailored to each child’s specific needs. Services can include articulation therapy, language intervention activities, and oral-motor or swallowing therapy. Our PPEC speech therapists work closely with each child, their family, and other healthcare providers to create and implement an effective treatment plan.
While home nursing care provides necessary medical support, PPEC services offer a more comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach. Speech therapy for PPEC patients takes place in a supportive, structured, and social environment, allowing children to engage and interact with peers. This social aspect can significantly improve communication skills and foster emotional and cognitive development.
If your medically fragile child also has a developmental delay, they are likely to benefit even more from our PPEC services. Our multidisciplinary team of professionals, including PPEC speech therapists, occupational therapists, and physical therapists, is experienced in working with children with a range of developmental delays. Our individualized care plans focus on meeting each child’s specific needs and maximizing their potential.
Medicaid eligibility is complex and varies from state to state, taking into account factors like family size and specific medical needs. We would recommend reaching out to your local Medicaid office or a social worker for the most current and accurate information regarding income limits when qualifying for Medicaid.