Jacob's Ladder Pediatric Rehabilitation Center
NonprofitThe goal of First Steps is to help families make sure their infants and toddlers receive services now to help them in the future. Eligible children between the ages of 0-3 receive the following services in their home: Occupational Therapy (OT) develops adaptive and self-help skills with a focus on developing skills related to sensory-motor integration, coordination of movement and fine motor skills. Physical therapy (PT) focuses on gross motor skills and the ability to move and effectively use his/her arms, legs, trunk, and head. Speech-Language Pathology (SLP)/Speech Therapy focuses on receptive (understanding what is said) and expressive (being able to speak so that others can understand) communication. Developmental Therapy (DT)/Early Childhood Education focuses on designing learning environments and activities to promote development across all domains: cognitive, physical, communication, social/emotional, and adaptive.
Counties Served: Porter-
(219) 764-4888
Northwest Indiana First Steps
NonprofitThe goal of First Steps is to help Hoosier families make sure their infants and toddlers receive services now to help them in the future. Services through First Steps are designed to meet the developmental needs of the child; Except in limited circumstances, First Steps does not provide services to meet medical needs.
Counties Served: Jasper, Lake, LaPorte, Porter, Pulaski, Starke-
(219) 662-7790
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(219) 662-7510