Birth to Three Services
Curative provides caring, effective and cost efficient Birth to Three Services, including pediatric outpatient therapy services and early childhood education, to children ages 0 to 3 years who are challenged in moving, thinking, talking, learning, feeding/eating, and/or behavior. We work with the family to provide early intervention, identify goals for each child and to support goal achievement.
Curative is the largest provider of Birth to Three Services in Wisconsin.
Birth to Three Services are provided in Milwaukee County to children who have:
- A developmental delay of 25 percent in one or more areas of development.
- A diagnosed physical or mental condition that has a high probability of
resulting in a developmental delay.
- Atypical development or behavior as determined by professional evaluation.
The program serves children who have a physical, cognitive, communication and/or sensory disability.
To enroll in the Birth to Three program, please contact your County Agency. The Milwaukee County Disability Services Division (DSD) intake line is available Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. by calling 414-289-6799.
The Goal of Birth to Three Services
The ultimate goal of the Birth to Three program is for children to easily transition to public or private schools systems, Head Start programs or other services.
A staff dedicated to helping children thrive
Curative’s Birth to Three Services uses the Primary Coach Approach to Teaming. Every family will have a primary coach from a multidisciplinary team who will support and strengthen the family’s confidence and ability to promote child learning and development.
Each multidisciplinary therapy team may include a:
- Family Service Coordinator
- Physical Therapist
- Occupational Therapist
- Speech Language Pathologist
- Early Childhood Education Teacher
All of Curative’s therapists are licensed, certified professionals who are experienced in working with children. Curative’s teachers are certified by the Department of Public Instruction for early childhood/exceptional education needs.
Families Are Important Team Members
Curative staff members, in cooperation with family members, establish short-term and long-term goals for every child upon admission to the program. Goals are reviewed every three months to see if they are being accomplished.
Family caregivers play an important role in helping children accomplish goals. Staff teach parents how to do therapeutic exercises and educational lessons in the home, so that children are able to work on meeting goals even after their therapy visit is over.
Additional Services
Our team may also be able to help you coordinate medical care, identify community resources and obtain special equipment.
Hours and location