Skills on the Hill, DC – Provider Directory

Contact Information

📞 Phone 20205445439

📍 Address

1301 Pennsylvania Ave SE , WASHINGTON , DC 20003 · 🗺️ Get Directions

Specialists

Lactation Counselor Occupational Therapist Physical Therapist Speech Language Pathologist

Diagnoses

Autism Avoident/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) Cerebral Palsy Cleft Lip and/or Palate Developmental Delay Down Syndrome (Trisomy 21) Failure to Thrive Genetic/Chromosomal Metabolic Condition Neurological Condition Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) Prematurity Psychosocial Condition Sensory Processing Disorder Severe Food Allergies Swallowing Disorder/Dysphagia Swallowing/Dysphagia

Services

Early Intervention Infant Feeding Therapy Outpatient: Once a week or less (overnight stay not required)

About

FEEDING THERAPY WITH SKILLS ON THE HILL:
For most children, eating is a fun and routine part of each day. However, studies show that one out of four children typically experiences some type of feeding problem. Feeding issues can prevent children from eating enough to grow and develop. Skills on the Hill is proud to offer pediatric feeding therapy designed to meet the specific needs of the child. Our therapists will work closely with the family and caregivers to ensure the child receives the best care.

APPROPRIATE FOR CHILDREN WHO:

Are at risk for malnutrition or undernutrition

Require nutritional supplements

Supplemental tube feedings

Can eat by mouth but have weaning difficulties because of tube feedings

Experience swallowing difficulties or oral motor problems

Display food aversions or inappropriate behaviors that interfere with eating

Have Difficulty transitioning to age-appropriate food textures