Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Respite Care
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Address: 4893 Utica Ridge Road 104 McQueen Place
| Davenport, IA
52807
Rating: 4.60
(24 reviews)
Insurances:
Medicaid,
Ages Served:
All ages
Care Settings:
In-home,
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About Family Care Solutions (FCS)
Our mission is to provide the highest quality of care and support for our clients and their families. Family Care Solutions believes that health care is a basic human right. It must be provided in a comprehensive way, and combined with other human services when appropriate. We believe home health care and supports is an important part of the health care system and our care shall be provided in a dignified, professional, and caring manner.
Please note that without member information we cannot guarantee that
your specific plan covers these services. We recommend asking the care
provider before beginning services.
Medicaid
4893 Utica Ridge Road 104 McQueen Place,IA,52807
Get in Contact
(563) 332-0520
info@fcsqc.com
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Although I was only able to work for FCS for a few months it was the most rewarding job I have ever had. I worked as a Direct Support Staff and if it was not for school and medical reasons I would have stayed working there longer. The staff are super friendly and understanding I would definitely recommend joining their team
Fatima Dominguez
17 March 2024
google review
Family Care Solutions is a workplace that allows flexibility in your schedule. Management is very understanding and works hard to fit individual schedules. The clientelepatient population is amazing
Diana Meyer
17 March 2022
google review
I am currently a nursing student and mental health was my weakest topic in school making me hesitant to apply for this job but I am so happy I did. Working for Family Care has strengthened my skills so much and will make me such a better nurse. From case managers to other aides everyone is so helpful and open with communication. Family Care has worked endlessly to make sure I felt ready prior to my first client and they are VERY flexible allowing me to work during nursing school. The only reason I had to leave was due to graduating college and moving home. I would have never left if I didnt have to.
Trevor Faille
17 March 2021
google review
We have been using Family Care Solutions since my son was three. Hes now 14. So a very long time. They provide him with the most awesome caring aides possible. He gets very excited when his favorites are coming. Which is great for me. I actually get a nice break to catch up on other stuff that needs done or just enjoy my quiet time. And they provide help with his personal needs as well being I do have my own health issues. So if you are looking for a caring supportive health care agency look no further than Family Care Solutions.
Allison McknightGriebel
17 March 2020
google review
Family Care Solutions has been a part of our family for 17 yrs. We have a special needs son who is 20 and another who is 13. The caregivers are great friendly and trustworthy. The office staff is equally as great and always manage to accommodate our needs even when I dont make it easy. Well continue to use FCS for all of our respite services.
Chris Halligan
17 March 2020
google review
Family Care Solutions truly care about their clientspatients they are dedicated to providing top notch care. And the Administration works diligently to ensure client concerns are addressed and that safety is maintained. My son has been a client for the past 20 years and always looks forward to his time with staff. I would recommend FCS to anyone.
Juanita Heald
17 March 2020
google review
We have been working with Family Care Solutions for the last year. Our son looks forward to the care givers coming to take him out for activities in the community. The people he works with are kind on time they help think of new things to do and he always has fun with them. We appreciate all they do and enjoy working with them
Jason Schlichte
17 March 2020
google review
I began working with Family Care Solutions thinking it would be a brief part-time job alongside school and ended up working within a direct support role for 2 years. The admin team was incredibly supportive and flexible. I truly treasure memories made working with this company
Ellen Nagle
17 March 2020
google review
Family Care Solutions was such a pleasure to work for. Great experience and very personable. They really care about their clients and work very hard to make sure the best services are provided for those who need them.
Aubrie Carlisle
17 March 2020
google review
Family Care Solutions is an awesome place to work. The staff is kind and encouraging to both their co-workers and their patientsclients.
Elizabeth Wilke
17 March 2019
Frequently Asked Questions
Speech therapy is almost always recommended for autistic children since many people with autism have difficulty with social communication. Even if a child is very verbal and says a lot of words, they might need to work on communication skills like:
responding to questions
starting or ending conversation
changing conversation topics
using gestures like pointing
understanding other people's body language
Speech therapy is a big focus in early intervention for autistic children and is usually the starting place for recently diagnosed kids. There is a critical period in the brain for language development and so, it's really important to teach language and communication skills as early as possible, especially if there are any delays in that area. Your child will learn effective ways to communicate which will help them grow into more independent and confident individuals.
It might be obvious when a child struggles with speaking —they are very quiet, say only a few words, or don't speak at all.
Spot speech and language delays like a doctor here.
The goal of speech therapy is to help your child communicate effectively with other people across all environments. This may take the form of using gestures, simple signs, verbal speech, and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).
Some other common things speech therapists can help with:
Nonverbal skills, such as signs or gestures
Forming speech in a clearer way
Communicating thoughts and feelings clearly
Understanding and responding to questions
Discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions
Noticing and understanding body language
Feeding and swallowing
Stuttering
The occupational therapy process includes an OT evaluation before care starts. Here are the four steps your family can expect when starting occupational therapy:
Complete OT evaluation. An occupational therapist first identifies your child’s strengths and needs through a thorough OT evaluation, also known as an OT assessment or screening. You’ll answer questions about your child’s skills, and your child will most likely demonstrate their skills via hands-on activities with the therapist. Evaluations can last 30 minutes to a few hours.
Approve OT plan. The therapist develops a care plan with individualized goals and customized interventions based on your child’s needs. You can also share any specific goals or concerns before approving the OT plan.
Start therapy sessions. The therapist works directly with your child and your family, using various strategies and exercises to systematically improve areas of limitations and to build upon a child’s strengths. Some exercises your child might participate in are animal walks, obstacle courses, and therapy swing activities. Your family may learn strategies for supporting your child’s individualized needs at home, such as ways of supporting emotional regulation and sensory processing. The therapist may also recommend tools and techniques to use at home, in the community, or in the classroom to help your child succeed.
Monitor your child’s progress. Parents and caregivers can expect ongoing progress monitoring and communication to ensure the child is achieving their short and long-term goals.
Occupational therapy can also be provided virtually via telemedicine. Virtual therapy is a great option for families in rural areas who may not have access to in-person services, or for families who prefer to have therapy in their child’s home.
Virtual OT allows the opportunity for increased caregiver participation and understanding of a child’s strengths, areas of improvement, and generalization of skills in the child’s home environment. Virtual therapy also provides increased opportunities for caregiver and family education to support the child and the family based on each family’s needs.
Here are a few things you will want to discuss with a potential respite worker: (Keep in mind that the most important step is to observe how the respite worker interacts with your child and your family.)
Do they have work experience with children with autism?
How will the respite worker support your child in a group setting?
Do they have concerns about taking this job?
Once you find a quality physical therapist you want to work with, here are a few things you need to know:
There will be an evaluation. First, you can expect an assessment to identify your child’s areas of strength and needs. A physical therapy evaluation usually lasts 30 minutes.
You’ll review and approve the care plan. The physical therapist will create a care plan, also known as a plan of care (POC), outlining the goals and strategies. They will review this with you and your care team before moving forward with therapy sessions.
Physical therapy sessions will be fun. PT with children is designed to be enjoyable. The therapist will use strategies and exercises based on your child’s needs. Exercises might involve playing on large stability balls, obstacle courses, movement equipment, stretches, and other hands-on activities.
Expect home exercises. Physical therapists commonly assign exercises to work on at home. Doing these exercises with your child outside therapy sessions can improve your child’s overall progress.
Yes! Most providers offer physical therapy in their offices or a clinical setting, but many are offering at-home options. Virtual options have become more popular in recent years. You might facilitate care with the guidance of the physical therapist.
Pediatric physical therapy is considered safe and should not hurt. Autistic children spend their time in PT moving and exploring their environment. If you are concerned about your child experiencing pain during certain exercises, especially if they may struggle to communicate and advocate for modifications, speak with their physical therapist about your concerns.