Bergen Pediatric Therapy provides all pediatric therapies in our 6000 square foot Westwood NJ facility.
Pediatric Therapy’s Facilities include two occupational therapy gyms, a physical therapy gym, two private rooms for speech therapy, and a pool for aquatic therapy where we can provide children with an innovative multi-disciplinary approach to pediatric therapy with therapy services all within our facility including:
Occupational Therapy Gyms
Main sensory gym with two smaller rooms attached for tasks requiring focus and attention and an additional gym down the hall with access to the same equipment, games and resources as the main gym.
Main Sensory Gym
Our main, sensory gym encourages exploratory play by incorporating different types of sensory input in a safe, non-threatening environment. A wide variety of swings, the zip line, and the ball pit facilitates sensory integration. Children can explore tactile bins and messy play, with a sink located in each room for quick and easy clean up. The trampoline, tunnels, or steamroller may actively provide proprioceptive and deep, calming input. Weighted blankets, compression vests are also available during sit down and tabletop activities.
Adaptive tools and equipment are readily available to facilitate grasp, handwriting, and scissoring, as children work to accomplish tasks independently.
We have games and activities appropriate and engaging for infants through age 21 and a wide range of dynamic equipment to challenge balance, coordination and promote strengthening. we have active computer games such as Timocco and Interactive Metronome can be used to motivate and add variety to sessions.
Physical Therapy Gym
Designed with the child in mind, our Physical Therapy Gym replaces machines and heavy-duty “gym” equipment with an environment kids are eager to enter. Two walls have Rockwall coverage with attached private area for therapeutic massage. Rock wall coverage exists over 2 walls, with monkey bars attached to the ceiling and the option for swing set up. We also have access to variety of sensory equipment when appropriate. In additions, a wide variety of readily available ride on toys, sporting equipment, and therapeutic tools promote balance and coordination. We have a Light Gait for treadmill training.
Private Room with Massage Table
Off of the therapy gym, a private room with massage table for use as needed.
Private Rooms for Speech and Language Pathology
Each of our private rooms are setup to implement play-based services and keep children engaged throughout therapy sessions whether the focus is oral-motor, prompt therapy or other speech or language therapies.
In addition, sinks are located in the room, with direct access to a refrigerator and kitchen to facilitate feeding sessions.
A wide variety of books, speech/language games, cause-effect toys are available as well as access to gross motor equipment in the sensory gym to facilitate language.
Aquatic Therapy Pool
We keep our heated, saltwater pool at a therapeutic temperature of 93°F. The depth of our Aquatic Therapy Pool ranges from 3 ½ to 4 feet. This depth is great for young children and ideal for activities like gait training. A Hoyer lift is available for those unable to take the stairs. Parents/caregivers may observe from within the pool area or through the large observation window. Typical pool equipment as well as games and age appropriate toys are available to enhance outcomes and overall engagement depending on specific client needs.
Two private changing rooms enter into the pool room. Both changing rooms are handicapped accessible. Changing rooms are equipped with grab bars, shower chair, and height adjustable shower head. Changing tables are located in each room as well. The open floor plan allows ample space for strollers or wheelchairs. Towels are provided.
In conclusion, by providing all therapies within Pediatric Therapy’s Facilities, we deliver therapy more efficiently. Pediatric Therapy’s Facilities is also a comfortable environment for children and parents or caregivers.
