I have returned to Union Academy- Lower School to provide physical therapy services for the 2009-2010 school year! I am excited about this opportunity and had such a wonderful experience when I provided services there previously. The speech therapists, occupational therapists and resource teachers at Union Academy are extremely accomodating and helpful in finding a space for physical therapy to take place on the school grounds- which can sometimes be a challenge.
School physical therapy pushes creativity sometimes due to limited space, working around the classroom schedule and all the other children wanting to participate and "play" with the therapist. In order to qualify for school physical therapy the child must already be receiving speech therapy. The process to initiate physical therapy starts with a concern about gross motor development brought to the attention of the therapy team by the physical education teacher, classroom teacher or parent. Typically, a physical therapy evaluation follows with a weekly or monthly treatment plan recommended, if needed.
Sometimes getting a jump start with gross motor development can boost their self confidence which may improve performance in and outside the classroom!
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