Parents’ Guide to Habilitative Services
Habilitative services are therapies designed for children who have a genetic condition or a condition present from birth. These services focus on supporting children in developing skills for the very first time, such as walking, talking, or self-feeding.
They are similar to rehabilitative services, but with one key difference:
— Rehabilitative services: Re-learning a skill that was once acquired but later lost due to illness or injury.
— Habilitative services: Learning a skill that has not yet been developed.
Understanding these services can provide families a clearer picture of options for their child's care and development.
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Click here to read the Parents' Guide to Habilitative Services (2024) for additional details and examples.