Long-term Care ; A Place to Thrive ChildServe provides 24-hour skilled nursing care in a family-focused environment. We care for children who are unable to live at home due to their complex medical needs. Our intensive medical and nursing services support children and young adults with a variety of conditions. Along with expert medical care, we provide onsite therapy and medical equipment support to help each child live a full life. Why choose ChildServe? Board-Certified ChildServe has the only board-certified pediatric rehab doctor in Iowa, Fred Klingbeil , MD, who treats children in the inpatient and outpatient programs. Pediatric Experts ChildServe’s pediatric experts, like our nurses and therapists, have specialized training and additional knowledge to support children with complex medical needs. CARF-Accredited We hold CARF accreditations in pediatrics, brain injury, and inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation. We want kids to be kids! We want kids to be kids! We help children and young adults living at ChildServe participate in recreational therapy, community events, aquatics, and music therapy to care for the whole child. Help each Child Thrive Our pediatric team provides physical, cognitive, spiritual, psychological, and social support to help each child thrive. Who We Serve ChildServe’s long-term care unit provides 24-hour specialized nursing for children and young adults (infant – 22 year old) with complex medical conditions that require skilled care including the following: Genetic Disorders Respiratory Disorders Neuromuscular Disorders Seizure Disorders Our Approach We Know Kids Our entire organization is built around kids! ChildServe’s pediatric specialists provide healthcare designed for the developmental needs of children and young adults. The pediatric experts in our program have specialized knowledge and skills to help kids and young adults maximize health. Our facilities and equipment are designed to make kids comfortable, safe, and inspired. Pediatric Rehab To help children safely access their world and stay comfortable, we provide a variety of onsite services including occupational, physical, speech, and respiratory therapy; medical nutrition; and adaptive equipment program. To enhance therapy and help kids be kids, we also offer recreational, musical, and aquatic therapy. Assistive Technology All of the treatments and services in ChildServe’s long-term care program support children with complex medical needs live a full life. We implement the following technology as needed: Bath safety equipment, adaptive equipment, wheelchairs, mobility aids (walkers, gait trainers, standers) and aids for daily living allow for the completion of daily tasks. Our on-site X-ray machine helps medically fragile children avoid the inconvenience of making an additional trip to the hospital. Communication devices allow children with special healthcare needs to express their thoughts, needs, and feelings. This includes providing adapted toys to help children access the world through play. We provide on-site orthotic services including custom splinting, spinal, and post-surgical orthotics, and extremity orthotics. Respiratory technology allows us to care for children who are ventilators and tracheostomies. Medical Technology including enteral feeding equipment, TPN, and IVs helps us care for children with feeding and nutrition difficulties. Our on-campus adaptive equipment (DME) workshop provides specialized wheelchair and positioning devices. Living a Great Life Children and young adults with complex health conditions deserve to experience activities they enjoy with people who care deeply about their comfort and well-being. Each month at ChildServe brings special events for children to be a part of. This may include field trips, adapted pool parties, holiday or seasonal celebrations, and musical guests. Our staff frequently finds new ways to partner with each family and child in ways that suits their wants and needs. Children may attend school in the community, or at ChildServe’s in-house school. We Care about Families As part of ChildServe’s continuum of care, our specialists partner with parents regarding their child’s condition and care plan. Our long-term care unit invites families to participate in their child’s life as much as possible. We offer spaces to host family celebrations onsite, while our Serenity Room offers families a quiet space to care for spiritual needs. The Healing Garden allows children to spend time in nature and enjoy our adapted swingset. Our Medical Social Workers offer care coordination to help children and their families make the transition to another care facility as the child prepares to age out of eligibility at ChildServe. Our Team of Pediatric Specialists Our team includes a variety of healthcare professionals including the following: Board Certified Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Physician Pediatrician Board Certified Pediatric Palliative Care Physician Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Registered, Licensed Practical and Certified Pediatric Nurses Certified Brain Injury Specialist Certified Wound Care Nurse Occupational Therapist Physical Therapist Speech Language Pathologist Respiratory Therapist Orthotist Dietitian Medical Social Worker Therapeutic Recreational Specialist Music Therapist Aquatic Therapist Assistive Technology Professional Electronics Specialist Volunteer Chaplain Frequently Asked Questions How do I get started? How are services authorized and funded? Where are services provided? When are services provided? Contact Us! ChildServe – Johnston 5406 Merle Hay Road, Johnston, IA 50131 515-727-8750 If you would like to make a referral, or if you have questions for our team, please email communications@childserve.org. Be sure to include which location you are interested in so we can connect you with the right team member. About ChildServe improves the health and well-being of 5,200 children each year through specialized clinical, home, and community-based programs and services. We serve children with developmental delays, disabilities, injuries, and other special healthcare needs. Follow Us Contact Us communications@childserve.org Johnston | 515-727-8750 Ames | 515-232-7220 Des Moines | 515-280-5332 Iowa City | 319-351-5437 Links Privacy Policies Standards of Conduct AlertLine Donate Subscribe To Our Newsletter Join our mailing list to receive the latest news and updates from our team. SUBSCRIBE! Copyright © 2021 ChildServe. All rights reserved.