Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Easterseals Central Alabama’s pediatric occupational therapy (OT) program focuses on helping children develop the skills they need to grow into functional, independent adults. Physical impairment, injuries, sensory sensitivities and a host of other issues can limit a child’s ability to perform and manage day-to-day activities like dressing and bathing easily. We also offer Hippo therapy, which utilizes a horse as a tool to help children reach their OT goals!

Our highly-qualified therapists and large, bright, fun OT space make it a great place to help your child get the start they need. In addition to OT, we also have speech therapy, Food School and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) on-site, making this a convenient location to get the services your child may need. If you suspect your child would benefit from occupational therapy, ask your pediatrician for a referral. We will then be in touch about setting up an evaluation.

Our Pediatric Occupational Therapy Department is still growing and has needs!  We are looking for in-kind donations of certain play equipment used for therapy.

OT WISH LIST:

Crafts

  • Dry Erase markers and erasers
  • Shape stencils
  • Dot Markers
  • Glue
  • Tissue paper
  • Children’s scissors
  • Pipe cleaners

Gross Motor

  • Wedges & Bolsters
  • Balance Boards
  • Balls
  • Basketball hoop
  • Yoga blocks
  • Fabric dart board

Fine Motor

  • Squidgy
  • Play-doh
  • Thera-putty
  • Pencil Grips
  • Wikki Stix
  • Cookie cutters
  • Finger flingers
  • Zipper puzzle bags for storage
  • Fastener board
  • Stacking toys
  • Tongs/Tweezers

Visual Motor

  • Light up baby toys
  • Insert peg puzzles
  • Shape sorters
  • Wooden puzzles

Games

  • Beanbag Toss game
  • Connect 4
  • Pop the Pig
  • Hungry Hungry Hippo
  • Let’s Go Fishing game
  • Dice (for Roll-A-Drawing)

Sensory Items:

  • Weighted Items (blankets, lap pads, stuffed animals)
  • Compression Vests
  • Wiggle/Disc Seats

Are you an undergraduate OT student looking for observation hours?

Easterseals Central Alabama is able to accommodate a maximum of 40 hours per student. Please email OT director, Mary Elizabeth Johns at mjohns@eastersealsca.org to inquire about setting up hours.