Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Special Education evaluation and treatment for children birth to 18 years of age (birth to 5 years of age for Special Education) with developmental and physical disabilities, and neurological disorders.

Occupational Therapy services specialize in the areas of Sensory Integration and Brain Gym®. Fine motor coordination and visual perceptual skills are also addressed.

Physical Therapy services emphasize the development of gross motor skills (walking, running, jumping, skipping, etc.) and balance skills, as well as increasing strength and endurance.  Issues with muscle tone are also addressed as indicated.

Speech Therapy services focus on the development of language, cognition (i.e. attention, memory), articulation, voice, and fluency to promote functional communication skills. The use of alternative modes of communication can be implemented if needed. Functional feeding and swallowing skills are also addressed.

Special Education services address cognitive and processing delays and difficulties with maintaining attention. Behavior modification strategies and techniques are implemented as needed and teachers assist children to enhance their school readiness skills.

Services are offered and funded through the Oneida County Early Intervention program for children birth to three years of age and the Oneida County Related Service program for children three to five years of age.

Services are offered in the home and community environments or in The Arc’s Therapy & Play Center, 241 Genesee Street, Utica, NY.

For more information, please contact us.