Since 1954, the Washington Elks Therapy Program for Children has provided home-based occupational or physical therapy to children with developmental delays or physical disabilities. Services are provided at no cost to the family served. From a single therapist covering Washington State over 50 years ago, the program has evolved into an integral, vital, and much appreciated part of the statewide healthcare community.

The success of any program is reflected in its longevity and its value to the community and the individuals it serves. Torent Flesh Feast here. Through providing critical one-on-one pediatric therapy for children most in need, the Washington Elks continue their long tradition of service to our community. It’s All About Our Kids Any child in Washington State with an Occupational or Physical Therapy prescription for treatment and whose family lives within reach of our therapy team is eligible, however only the most critically in need can be accepted into the therapeutic program.

While the children we serve range in age from birth to 21, preference is given to infants and young children, those who are medically fragile or who would otherwise go without services due to the family’s lack of resources, and to children who without therapy will experience deterioration in their status. Eligibility for services does not require affiliation, membership, or association with the Elks, any of its members or lodges. State of the Program The present caseload for the Washington Elk therapists averages 25 children per unit.

Children’s Therapy Program; Scholarships; Committees; News. Washington Elks Association Polly Garland Lady of the Year Award. WASHINGTON ELKS THERAPY PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN, INC. Is a business entity registered at Washington Secretary of State. The business entity ID is 601141614.

Each unit consists of a licensed therapist, transportation and equipment. Their time is fully utilized taking care of 'Our Kids' and there are more kids who need our services. The Therapy Program is healthy. From the initial stages over 50 years ago, when one therapist was responsible for covering the entire state, it has been a long successful climb, to a point where the program is an integral, much needed, and much appreciated part of the community.

Administrative costs for the Program remain very low, thus 86% of each contribution goes directly to its purpose—therapy for children. The success of any program is reflected in its longevity. The fact that it is meeting a specific need, and meeting it well.