Playing in the Special Kids Golf Tournament directly helps provide therapy for children with complex medical needs right here in the Greater Chattanooga, North Georgia and Cleveland areas.
Help us make sure no child has to wait on life changing therapy!
Being a CORF certifies that Special Kids is a medical facility that provides outpatient diagnostic, therapeutic, and restorative services at a single fixed location for the rehabilitation of injury, disability, or sickness. This care is commonly known as outpatient rehabilitation care. Referring physicians to Special Kids must draw up treatment plans and review them at least every 60 days.
To maintain our CORF certification, Special Kids is surveyed and reviewed on a regular basis:
At Special Kids, we believe that every child is a precious gift from God. Guided by our mission to serve Jesus Christ by caring for His children, we provide holistic, individualized care that nurtures the body, mind, and spirit. Through skilled therapy, compassionate nursing, and the power of play, we create joyful, healing environments where children can thrive and families feel supported every step of the way.
If it’s your first time or 100th time at Special Kids, we want to be clear and open about what you can expect when you walk in our doors. We are here to serve, and our staff aims to care for you and your child each time you are here. Below are a few Frequently Asked Questions that will help you as you prepare for your visit.
Typically, within 2 weeks of receiving physician referral
After the initial evaluation, the therapist, along with the pediatrician, will customize a plan for continued therapy, usually lasting 12 weeks.
Therapy appointments usually last 45 minutes.
Hours of operation are Monday – Thursday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
(We do not offer drop off)
Special Kids is referral-based. When we receive a referral from your provider, that's when the process begins.
The Patient Services Supervisor will call to set up an appointment for the initial evaluation with a therapist. The billing office will work to verify insurance and payment information.
One of our therapists will conduct an evaluation with your child to see if therapy is recommended. They will determine how often your child should come for treatment, and then Special Kids will work with you to schedule your regular visits.
6221 Shallowford Road, Suite 101, Chattanooga TN 37421
Hours: Mon - Thurs — 8:00am - 5:30pm
