CEREBRAL PALSY OF NORTHEAST FLORIDA

Phone:

396-1462

Fax:

396-1199

Website:

www.cerebralpalsyofnortheastfloridainc.com

Address:

3311 Beach Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32207

Population Served:

Children and adults with developmental disabilities

Fees:

Call for information

Area Served:

Northeast Florida

Description:

Adult Developmental Training Program:  Adults with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and other developmental conditions are trained to increase skills in areas of self-care, social skills, motor skills, recreation and job readiness.

Children’s Services:  Developmental, speech, physical and occupational therapies are provided for infants and toddlers.  Services are provided in children’s homes, community day-care centers, or at the agency working with the family.

Non-Residential Support Services:  Assistance is provided to improve social behaviors, plan for transportation, and become familiar and comfortable in community settings.

Respite:  The Compassionate Pals Respite Program provides in-home respite services by trained caregivers to families who have developmentally disabled persons of any age.

Supported Employment:  This program assists individuals in locating appropriate employment, provides on-the-job training, and assists with worksite integration and other work-related issues.

Supported Living:  The Supported Living Program assists individuals in securing and maintaining
independent living status in the community with ongoing support and supervision from an assigned Support Living Specialist.

Therapies:  Speech, occupational, and physical therapies for children over the age of three and for adults are available at the agency by appointment.