School Age Program - Center for Independence - Countryside Main Center
100 West Plainfield Road , Suite 100 , Countryside, IL 60525
Appointment RequiredIndividuals have to call for an intake appointment, where they will fill out a short application alongside other paperwork. Individuals are eligible for financial assistance based on income.
Insurance; Self Pay; Sliding Fee
IL
Description
Center for Independence's The Hope Collective provides motor training programs based on the principles of Conductive Education for children with physical disabilities. Physical therapists, occupational therapists, and conductive education teachers work with the participant on strengthening, improving gross and fine motor skills, and increasing independence in an engaging social environment. Family support and parent education are built into the program to involve the whole team on the journey towards independence. This program is for children with physical disabilities who are medically stable and cleared for intensive therapy, motivated by a peer environment, and able to functionally see and hear.
Date of Last Formal Update
12/21/2022
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211 Metro Chicago
What's Here
Providing organization
Center for Independence Through Conductive Education
The Center for Independence offers motor training services to individuals with cerebral palsy and other conditions that limit mobility. Other programs include parenting classes, social work services, and vocational training. Programs are led by physical therapists, occupational therapists, and Conductive Education teachers.