Ashley Dowell (OT)
Supporting Everday Independence
On-site occupational therapy helps children develop the skills needed for everyday activities with greater independence and confidence by integrating therapy throughout the day in a familiar, comfortable environment, allowing for immediate support and intervention while promoting stronger carryover of skills into daily routines.
Integrated
Sensory Support
Collaborative,
On-Site Care
Feeding & Daily
Living Skills
Individualized
Therapy Plans
Our Goal
We aim to help each child develop the skills needed to participate more independently in everyday activities, improving their quality of life both within the PPEC and at home.
Fine Motor Skills
Improving hand strength and coordination needed for tasks like grasping, holding, and manipulating objects
Sensory Processing & Regulation
Helping children better understand and respond to sensory input such as touch, sound, and movement
Self-Care Skills
Supporting independence in everyday routines like feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene
Hand-Eye Coordination
Enhancing the ability to coordinate visual input with physical movement for more controlled actions
Postural Strength & Control
Building core strength and stability to support sitting, standing, and functional movement
Play & Engagement Skills
Encouraging interaction, creativity, and participation in age-appropriate play activities
The PPEC where children come to thrive. Serving children with complex medical needs throughout Southwest Florida.
Therapy Offerings
Our Goal
We aim to help each child develop the skills needed to participate more independently in everyday activities, improving their quality of life both within the PPEC and at home.