Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
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Address: 308 Racebrook Rd
| Orange, CT
06477
Rating: 4.30
(6 reviews)
Insurances:
Aetna,
Cigna,
ConnectiCare,
Medicaid,
UnitedHealthcare,
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS),
MultiPlan,
PHCS,
Ages Served:
Children to adolescents
Care Settings:
In-clinic,
Virtual,
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About Orange Pediatric Therapy - Orange
Orange Pediatric Therapy (OPT)offers a multitude of therapeutic programs that uniquely meet you and your family’s needs.
OPT was designed specifically for children and adolescents of all ages and abilities. We feature three main therapy areas to include physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT) and speech therapy (ST). Our physical therapy gym has a f
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.
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ConnectiCare
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308 Racebrook Rd,CT,06477
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(203) 920-1885
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I spoke to Val the receptionist I believe. Her whole demeanor the whole conversation was awful. I asked to speak to someone else and she said she was the only one in the office . I will not be calling back to that PT . Customer service is key and she was definitely rude .
Johnae S
17 March 2024
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My baby has Ms. Noelle and we absolutely love her Everything about this group is great
Juliana Sharp
17 March 2024
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I love this place The staff is so understanding and has so much patience. By far one of the best place I have found for my daughter speech and ocupacional therapys. These 5 stars do nothing to the stars they should have thank you for all the help.
Nelsy Vega
17 September 2023
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There arent enough stars to rate the level of compassion and service delivered by the staff at Orange Pediatric Therapy. From the time we started treating here things have been nothing but the bestWe have been treating with Craig for a year now and his patience support and dedication to my sons progress is amazing I am especially grateful for his support during the pandemic when so many kids with needs were left without services. Craig took the time to check in with us and offered as much support as he could from afar.We are back in the clinic now while the world is still upside down and Craig and his staff have done everything possible to make certain our kids have a safe and clean place to receive services. We are so lucky to be treating at Orange Pediatric Therapy.Thank you Craig and everyone at Orange Pediatric Therapy
Taina Moretti
17 March 2021
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If you are in search of an excellent pediatric therapy experience Orange Pediatric Therapy is the place to go. My child has been a patient for over a year and receives more than one therapy here. I cannot speak highly enough of this clinic. From the second we walk in the front admin staff is always there to welcome us and make my child feel comfortable. Making appointments has always been easy as the clinic is very accommodating. The waiting area is very organized with fun kid friendly activities. The designated feeding area is within a neat kitchen. The treatment rooms are extremely clean. There are a wide variety of sensory equipment toys books swings puzzles...anything you could think of that a child would need is there for them As for the clinical staff they are the reason my child is making progress with his development. They are all extremely knowledgeable in their areas of expertise. They are very patient with my child who is not the easiest to work with. They always give helpful advice on how to provide carryover at home. I highly recommend Orange Pediatric Therapy for any concerns that you may have for your child
P D
17 March 2021
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Amber Lenihan
17 March 2021
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.
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.
The price of swim lessons can vary depending on where you live and what sort of program you decide to enroll your child in. A group lesson at a public pool may cost as little as $10 per lesson while a one-on-one lesson at a private pool may cost upwards of $100 per lesson.
Community centers often offer discounts to local residents, and most YMCAs offer sliding-scale fees based on your family’s household income. If you have more than one child, many swim programs offer discounts for enrolling siblings together.
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