Daycare environments are about more than just basic care. They are crucial for social interaction, early learning, and developmental milestones. For medically fragile children, these benefits are just as critical, if not more so. With the right support, children with special needs can thrive and make meaningful connections in daycare

At PediaTrust, a daycare designed specifically for medically fragile children, we are dedicated to providing these opportunities. Our team ensures that safety and specialized medical care are blended with nurturing and developmental activities. Learn more about our specialized daycare services and how we support medically complex children and their families.

We Deliver Expert Physical and Emotional Care

According to the 2021-2022 National Survey of Children’s Health, over 14,500,000 children in America have special healthcare needs. This number includes children with physical and developmental conditions as well as behavioral and emotional conditions. In our daycare setting, PediaTrust helps set goals for enrichment and growth opportunities that keep these special needs in mind.

Our staff at PediaTrust is composed of professional and experienced individuals ready to meet the unique needs of the children who come to us. PediaTrust care teams feature:

  • Registered Nurses
  • Licensed Practical Nurses
  • Physical and Occupational Therapists
  • Speech Therapists
  • Educators
  • And more

Our team works with you to understand your child’s daily needs. With information from your child’s doctor and your personal guidance, we ensure your child receives the best continuity of care. You can depend on our team to go above and beyond every day, delivering service you can trust. 

Our Services for Medically Fragile Children

No two children’s needs are the same. This is especially true for medically fragile children with complex and delicate needs. PediaTrust caters to these needs by offering services to help your child achieve their goals.

Our child care for medically fragile children offers services including: 

  • Physical Therapy: We offer care and set achievable developmental goals for children with mobility impairment and neuromuscular disorders. 
  • Occupational Therapy: Our occupational therapists work with your child to make challenging everyday activities more achievable. 
  • Speech Therapy: Some medically fragile children face difficulties with communicating and eating. Our professionals work with your child to expand their language skills and make mealtimes less stressful. 
  • Educational Support: At PediaTrust, we believe everyone can learn something new every day, which is why we provide a well-rounded educational experience for the children in our care 
  • Social Interaction: Our daycare provides essential social development, allowing children to make friends and build social confidence.

Our Daycare for Medically Fragile Children Helps Parents, Too

Caring for a child with special needs can be both rewarding and demanding. As a parent or caregiver, this daily support often feels overwhelming, and it’s easy to experience fatigue from constantly being on alert.

At PediaTrust, we understand just how unique and complex your child’s needs can be. At our child care center for medically fragile children, we’re here to support you. Our goal is not only to ensure that your child’s individual needs are met with care and compassion but also to provide you with the peace of mind you deserve.

While your child is with us, we strive to ease your stress and offer the relief you need by joining your care team. Our services give parents more time to pursue work, school, and other daily responsibilities. In addition, local support groups can be essential for families with special needs children. View our list of local resources throughout Louisiana and Mississippi to find the support near you.

Visit Our Child Care for Medically Fragile Children Today

If you want to learn more about PediaTrust, we would be happy to help you in any way we can. We have five locations throughout Mississippi and South Louisiana. Get in touch with your closest PediaTrust to schedule a tour. We would love to share more about our services to see if our daycare for medically fragile children is right for your family.