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Narrative

Franciscan Children’s Multidisciplinary Feeding Team is comprised of a combination of:

• Behavioral Psychologist
• Registered Dietitian
• Occupational Therapist
• Speech Language Pathologist

The team assesses children with a wide range of feeding difficulties.

The purpose of a Feeding Team evaluation is to determine whether a true feeding disorder is present. We determine the etiology/etiologies of feeding challenges. We provide recommendations and follow-up support in the management of feeding disorders. When applicable, therapy is provided. Symptoms of feeding disorders include:

• Reduced variety of foods accepted
• Difficulty gaining weight
• Weight loss
• Gagging with certain foods or textures
• Difficulties adequately chewing or swallowing certain textures
• Difficulties transitioning to more advanced textures
• Maladaptive mealtime behaviors (e.g., tantrums, refusal)

Service Types

• Outpatient

Program Type

• Education
• Medical

Populations Served

• Developmental Disability
• Multiple Disability

Ages Served

• Birth to 3
• 3 - 4
• 5 - 8
• 9 - 13

Accessibility Features

• Accessible Restrooms
• Elevators
• Medical Needs
• Near Public Transportation
• Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

• Accredited By: Language-Hearing,Assoc
• Fees: MassHealth, Medicare, Private Insurance, Personal Funds
• Licensed By: JCAH,CARF