Group Therapy Programs
Group therapy programs allow children to address their therapeutic needs amongst peers working on similar goals. These programs are led and billed by Easterseals physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists and/or social workers.
Overview
These seasonal programs incorporate hobbies and interests such as sports, arts, games, and nature‑based activities. Each participant is evaluated to ensure appropriate peer groupings based on age and goals, helping to build friendships and support therapeutic progress.
Our Programs
* Disciplines noted below include (OT: Occupational Therapy, PT: Physical Therapy, ST: Speech-Language, SW: Social Work)
Preschool: Ages 3 to 5
- First Friendships (SW)
- Mini & Mighty Movers (Programs for ages 1.5-3, and 3-6) (PT)
- Preschool Readiness (OT)
Young School-Age Children: Ages 5 to 8
- Fun with Food (ST, OT)
- Mighty Movers (Ages 3-6) (PT)
Children: Ages 8 to 12
- Game On (OT)
All participants must have:
- Insurance benefits verified
- A current prescription from their medical provider
- A screening and/or evaluation by our team to ensure appropriate program
Programs are billed to insurance for attended sessions only. Some programs may include an additional fee for single‑use materials (e.g., food for feeding or cooking programs). Unless location is noted, the program is at our Villa Park center.
New Program: Music Together® at Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley
Music Together® is the premier early childhood program for children, along with the grownups who love them®. Sing, dance, laugh, learn, and play in our classes at Easterseals DuPage & Fox Valley!
Join instructors Kate DesBiens, CCC-SLP and Daniel Mason, M.S., CCC-SLP in our 8-week Mixed Ages Class for children 0-5 years of age, gather for 45 minutes of fun-filled family music time.
*Please note this is not a therapy program. Teachers and programming are credentialed through Music Together®.
This clinic is not billed to insurance and is private pay.
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AAC Intensive
This program offers individual support and intensity to facilitate faster progress toward AAC-based communication goals. -
Brain & Body Builders
This PT/OT program utilizes treadmill training based on TAAP (Treadmill Training for Autism and Apraxia Protocol), combined with motor skills. -
Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy
Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT) is designed to specifically treat “learned non-use” of the affected side due to stroke, cerebral palsy, or brachial plexus injuries.
For Children Ages 2 - 5
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First Friendships
This preschool group supports social‑emotional growth through meaningful, play‑based activities that build kindness, emotional awareness, and peer connections.
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Fun with Food
Led by a speech‑language pathologist, this group supports children who may be hesitant eaters or who benefit from structured, sensory‑based food exploration. -
Game On!
Our new program, "Game On!" is a gaming group aimed at 8-12-year-olds looking to improve executive functioning skills. -
Intensive Therapy
We offer customized intensive therapy sessions across our services that are multi-disciplined and highly individualized for each child. -
Mighty & Mini Movers
The Mini and Mighty Movers programs are led by a physical therapist and designed to enhance gross motor and sensory‑organizational skills. -
Physical Therapy Intensive
Intensive sessions help children and caregivers focus on a motivating, goal‑specific therapy objective.
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Preschool Readiness
Led by occupational therapists, this group helps children build routines, motor skills, and social‑emotional skills for preschool readiness.
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