WellCare Pediatric Therapy Specialists

Augmentative and Alternative Communication and Speech Development

5/16/2021

Hearing that your child might benefit from a speech generating device or other forms of alternative communication can be confusing, especially if your child has verbal language.

Why would a speech therapist recommend this? Read more to learn the research and evidence- based practice behind Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).

Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) treat a wide range of speech sound/articulation and language delays and disorders in childhood. When working with children with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), SLPs often encounter minimally verbal or nonverbal children. Dr. Tager-Flusberg, PhD and Dr. Connie Kasari, PhD define the many ways that children can be considered minimally verbal.

WellCare Pediatric Therapy Specialists Expanding Clinic

9/25/2020

WellCare Pediatric Therapy Specialists is proud to announce
our clinic is expanding!

More space means greater opportunities, convenience and flexible options for children, parents, caregivers and our highly-collaborative team of ABA, Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapists.

The lower level of our clinic, located at 5446 N. Academy Blvd., is being redesigned and expanded to accommodate the growing demand for pediatric therapy specialists and to meet the increasing patient access needs of our community.

Telehealth Keeps Families and Therapy Specialists Connected

4/2/2020

WellCare is here to help and we are committed to ensuring the continuity of care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Families are invited to connect with our multi-disciplinary team of ABA, Physical, Occupational and Speech/Language Pathology therapy specialists via live video and other telecommunications technologies.

Find out what WellCare families have to say about the benefits of using Telehealth.

For WellCare Families: Information about Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)

3/13/2020

Your health is our top priority, and we appreciate the trust you place in our Occupational, Physical, Speech and ABA pediatric therapy specialists.

As the number of cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) increases in the State of Colorado and across the U.S., we’re working hard to prevent the spread of the virus and to protect our families and community.

To stay healthy, it’s important to stay informed.

We wanted to take a moment to let you know what we are doing at WellCare to ensure that all of our employees and clients are safe and remain healthy.

How to Find the Best Pediatric Specialists

2/12/2020

Choosing the best pediatric specialists in Colorado Springs is not easy. Use this guide to navigate through your options to find the best medical professional for your child.

Your child deserves the best care. Would you assign care for them to someone who isn’t an expert? With that said, you can learn about how to find the best pediatric specialists Colorado Springs can offer so you know your child is properly cared for. Since every child is unique (and their needs too), you need to hire an expert who can discern the best treatment approach for each child.

Occupational Therapy: When Does Your Child Need It?

1/15/2020

Is your child in need of occupational therapy? Find out when it is time to call in professionals for help.

Does your child experience difficulty in their day-to-day activities? Are they going through more challenges than the average child?

If you said yes to all of these, it might be time to consider occupational therapy. The professional support and guidance might be what your child needs to cope with their environment–at home, in school, and the general community.

Important Skills That Can Be Improved and Acquired Through Speech Therapy

12/18/2019

Speech therapy is known for addressing articulation difficulties such as stammering. It can also address other important skills.

Read on to know more.