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In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, A Chance To Grow has begun offering Teletherapy Services for Occupational and Speech-Language Therapies for pediatric and adult clients. ACTG's Teletherapy Services include evaluation, intervention and monitoring, delivered through a HIPAA-compliant Zoom Teletherapy platform, accessible on most computers, phones and tablets.
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Our goal is to ensure the safe, effective and appropriate delivery of our services to keep our clients, many of whom live with a compromised immune system, as healthy as possible. We are committed to providing the same high standards of care online as we do in person, centered on the needs of our clients.
Teletherapy is a great alternative during these uncertain times, especially for individuals dealing with illness or under quarantine. Get easy check-ins for progress and increased access to specialists all from the comfort of your own home! Sessions typically last 15-45 minutes depending on the needs of the client. |
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Occupational Therapy |
Speech Therapy |
We recognized that teletherapy isn't the best option for everybody, which is why it's important for us to fully understand your situation before services begin. Please complete the Household Tool Checklist form below to help us better understand your circumstances.
Schedule an evaluation today!
If you are new to A Chance To Grow, please complete a Scheduling Request form to get started. For current clients, consult with your therapist to learn how you or your loved one are a good fit for our Teletherapy Services.
If you are new to A Chance To Grow, please complete a Scheduling Request form to get started. For current clients, consult with your therapist to learn how you or your loved one are a good fit for our Teletherapy Services.
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Frequently
Asked Questions
Is teletherapy covered by insurance?
Similar to our direct services, if your insurance provider is in our network, then our Occupational and Speech-Language Teletherapy Services are covered by insurance. Please call our clinic at (612) 789-1236 to learn if your insurance provider is in network.
Is Teletherapy live or recorded?
All teletherapy services are done live and in real-time via the secure Zoom Teletherapy platform. Sessions are not recorded and are performed from private therapy rooms at all times from A Chance To Grow's facility in Northeast Minneapolis.
What Else should I consider before starting teletherapy?
Parents must provide consent to have their children receive teletherapy services. It's also essential that a parent or caregiver is involved during sessions for any type of cuing, follow through or to address any technical issues that may arise. Parent involvement yields more positive results and is necessary to overcome the digital divide.
We also suggest considering the following barriers:
We also suggest considering the following barriers:
- Participants should be competent in the use of technology and modifying materials, including microphone and camera operation.
- Access to good Wifi
- A relatively quiet environment; mindful of third parties entering treatment space
- Attention spans, lack of engagement or motivation to sit through a 15-45 minute session attend with progress.
Resources
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We strive to make our teletherapy services as accessible as possible. We invite you to utilize the resources below to aide in your teletherapy experience:
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