Pediatric Day Treatment Program
This program is designed to meet the diverse needs of children and teens to improve their functional outcomes and participation in life — all while having fun with new friends.
We know that kids have a variety of different needs based on their age, diagnosis or preferences. Through individualized, multidisciplinary therapy, we work to boost their participation in life. The program supports children and teens who need to maximize recovery or have a lifelong disability.
Program requirements
Participants must be able to tolerate three hours of therapy and require treatment from at least two therapy disciplines to be eligible. Parents must be available at all times and be ready to assist their child if needed during each half-day session. The program accepts children and teens between the ages of 8-18.
Program goals
The main goal of the program is participation. For a child or teen, a big part of their life is how they interact with their peers and integrate into school, work or college.
Working together with others in small groups helps build community, problem-solving skills and accountability. Similarly, the parents of children in the program form a support system.
Technology-driven treatment
Therapy also includes the utilization of state-of-the-art technology. Age-appropriate activities and equipment are available for young children and teens, along with access to advanced technology in the Brooks Neuro Recovery Center (NRC).
Program services
The program offers two half-day sessions, mornings and afternoons, every weekday. Each three-hour session consists of:
- One-on-one individualized therapy services (physical, occupational or speech therapy)
- Group participation-based activities
- Community outings
- Functional skills training
- Educational content
- Caregiver empowerment
- Recreational therapy
- Music therapy
Additionally, the program will have physician and nursing support available as needed, along with case management services.
Support after rehabilitation
The pediatric day program also provides a connection to community programs that help support your child after initial rehabilitation is complete.
School Re-entry Program
The BSRP is an ongoing program that maximizes a child’s successful transition back to school following a disabling illness or injury.
Pediatric Recreation
The Pediatric Recreation program offers a supportive environment for youth with physical and/or developmental disabilities. The program increases socialization through activities that foster a healthy lifestyle and community connection
Adaptive Sports and Recreation
Brooks Rehabilitation offers the most comprehensive adaptive sports and recreation program in the country, providing fun and fitness for people of all ages living with a physical disability.
Request services
This program supports most primary insurances, including both commercial and government payers. If payment is a barrier, our case management team works with families to identify another support source.
Contact our team with any questions and to learn more (904) 569-8883.
Where we are located
The Pediatric Day Treatment Program is located on the first floor of Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital – University Campus near the admissions entrance.
Story of recovery
Discover how the Pediatric Day Treatment Program helps 9-year-old Chloe Morton as she recovers after a cardiac event.