Therapy & Rehabilitative Care

Easterseals’ medical rehabilitation services can help you achieve and maintain greater independence and mobility. Services are often recommended to address disability, injury, illness, and aging conditions, and can support a person’s ability to reach education goals, maintain work, and engage in their community. 

Medical rehabilitation is a wide umbrella of care practices that includes: 

• Early intervention: This refers to services provided to very young children, typically from birth to age five, who may have developmental delays or disabilities. Early intervention programs support a child’s development and provide guidance to families. These programs can offer a range of services—including physical, occupational, and speech therapy—as well as other specialized support.  
• Physical therapy: This involves exercises and treatments to help people regain movement and manage pain. Physical therapists work on improving strength, flexibility, and overall physical function.  
• Occupational therapy: Occupational therapists help people perform daily activities that are essential for independent living. This can include tasks like dressing, cooking, and using assistive technology. They often focus on improving fine motor skills, cognitive functioning, and adapting environments to help people.  
• Speech and language pathology: Also known as speech therapy, this field addresses communication conditions. Speech-language pathologists help individuals with speech, language, voice, and swallowing. They work with people to improve communication.  
• Audiology: Audiologists specialize in hearing and balance conditions. They conduct hearing tests, fit hearing aids, and provide rehabilitation for hearing loss. Audiologists also work with patients experiencing balance issues related to the inner ear. 

Individuals can receive services in an Easterseals outpatient clinic, child development center, or adult day program, as well as at home, at school, and in a variety of other care settings. State and federal laws determine referral requirements and funding opportunities. 

Contact an Easterseals near you to learn about what is available in your area. 

Early Intervention 

Early intervention is crucial for a child’s development and future success. By addressing development conditions early, we can maximize their potential and help prevent delays from becoming harder to address later on in life. This proactive approach helps children develop essential skills, improving their readiness for school and overall quality of life.  

Early intervention also supports families by providing them with the tools and knowledge to help their children thrive. This can reduce stress and empower parents to have a more hands-on role in their child’s development.  

When children can benefit from early intervention, they’re more likely to achieve their goals in cognitive, social, emotional, communicative, and physical development. 

Make the First Five Count: Free Child Development Screening Tool

Support your child's development during the first five years. Take the free ASQ-3 screening today. Early experiences shape future success. Learn more. 

Physical Therapy

Easterseals' physical therapy services aim to preserve, develop, and restore physical functions lost due to injury, disability, aging, or medical conditions. Learn more. 

Occupational Therapy

Easterseals' occupational therapy services help children and adults develop the skills needed for daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding. Learn more. 

Speech and Hearing Therapy

Easterseals' speech and hearing therapy services, also known as speech-language pathology and audiology, focus on enhancing voice, speech-language skills, and hearing. Learn more.