Children who are experiencing impaired function as a result of qualifying medical diagnoses may receive physical and/or occupational therapy through the Medical Therapy Program (MTP). Children aged 0 to 3 years old who are at-risk for developing a qualifying long-term condition may also be eligible. Pediatric physical and occupational therapists in the MTP specialize in providing family-centered therapy services. The goal of therapy is directed toward attaining maximum function across all the environments of childhood—home, school and community.
Medical Therapy Unit
Therapy takes place at the Medical Therapy Unit at Glen Paul School in Eureka. Referrals to the program can be made by parents, physicians, specialty clinics, school nurses, hospitals or other agencies.
Evaluation and custom fittings of Durable Medical Equipment and Orthotics
Consultation in the home and community settings
Medical Therapy Clinics with a pediatric specialist who is a CCS-approved physician
Attendance at school meetings, such as Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), and Regional Center meetings, such as Individual Family Service Plan (ISFP), when requested.
Who is eligible?
Birth to 21 years of age, and
Lives in Humboldt County, and
Has a long-term neurologic or orthopedic physical condition such as cerebral palsy, spina bifida, arthritis or muscular dystrophy or short-term conditions such as contractures from burns, that would benefit from rehabilitative services.
There are no financial eligibility requirements for therapy services.
Therapy services are provided at no cost to families whose child has met all eligibility criteria.