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Services are available to households earning up to $50,000 and individuals earning up to $25,000. Volunteers at Ladder Up staff many locations on Saturdays from February – April from 9:00am – 12:00pm.

For specific sites and dates, visit the Ladder Up website or call (312) 409-1555.

Developmental screenings and evaluations are available for children under 3 years of age in Bureau County.

The screening identifies children who may be eligible for Early Intervention services. Eligible children have one or more of the following conditions: physical, intellectual, emotional or speech delays, or diagnosed disabilities.

Consider a screening if:

• you have concerns about how your child is developing
• your child had a developmental screen, by your pediatrician or another agency, that is showing a suspected delay in their development (doctors, health departments, school districts and private agencies can conduct developmental screenings)
• your child has a diagnosed condition that may cause delays in their development

For additional information, call Sarah Legrenzi at (815) 879-0073.

Cleft lip and palate teams repair defects of the lips, teeth, gums, palate, upper and lower jaw.

The team approach brings together healthcare professionals from areas including plastic surgery, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, neurology, otolaryngology, speech pathology, audiology, and dental specialties.

The team meets on a monthly basis to discuss how all members can work together to deliver the best patient care.

Call us at (815) 987-7571 for more information.

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Horses play a role in therapeutic programs.

Approximately 150 volunteers work with New Kingdom Trailriders to provide the Mounted Achievers therapeutic horseback riding program designed for individuals with physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. The program includes alternative types of physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Ages three to adult participate in the program. Group sessions are held four evenings each week. Private classes are available during the day. New Kingdom Trailriders also offers fieldtrip experiences for group homes, agencies and schools.

Friendship Farm
15711 13 Street
Milan, IL 61264

For more information, visit the website or call (309) 764-4220.

The Peoria Regional Office is part of a new cochlear implant team.

The cochlear implant process involves examination, surgery, device activation, and post-surgical therapy. Cochlear implants are designed to help children with profound hearing loss. This procedure benefits from a team approach because different healthcare professionals are involved at each step of the process. Teams create an integrated approach to treatment so all providers involved in the treatment work together for successful outcomes.

Dr.James Klemens
Peoria Ear, Nose and Throat
7301 N Knoxville Avenue
Peoria, IL 61614

Call us at (309) 693-5350 for more information.

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University of Iowa doctors see patients at pediatric specialty clinics near Rock Island.

The Genesis Health Group hosts pediatric clinics including cardiology, gastroenterology, genetics, neurology, neuromuscular, and urology specialties. University of Iowa physicians staff these clinics to bring specialty services closer to our community. Your care coordinator can help determine if your insurance or Specialized Care for Children can cover services available at the clinic.

Genesis Health Group
865 Lincoln Road, Suite 500
Bettendorf, IA 52722
(855) 543-2884

Call us at (800) 651-9526 for more information.