Does OPWDD eligibility entitle my child to OT, PT, counselling, or other therapies?

Yes, OPWDD eligibility entitles an individual to receive services at an Article 16 clinic.

Article 16 clinics specialize in supporting supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, and typically offer services covered by Medicaid, such as: 

• Speech/language therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Physical therapy
• Individual, group, and family counseling
• Psychological evaluations
• Psychosocial evaluations
• Adaptive seating/positioning  
• Adaptive equipment assessment
• Dysphagia (swallowing) evaluations
• Nutrition services
• Primary medical care

A licensed clinician will evaluate your child and determine which therapies or supports are medically necessary, helping ensure they receive care tailored to their specific strengths and needs.