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The modern, beige facade of a building with two nine-pane windows and signage that reads "People Inc. Rehabilitative Services."

People Inc. supports the health and wellness of people of all abilities. Whether you are recovering from injury, living with a developmental disability, or looking for ways to manage stress or anxiety, our team has the expertise and tools to enhance your independence.

Location: 
800 Hertel Avenue, Suite 101
Buffalo, NY 14207 (corner of Hertel and Elmwood Avenues)


People First Mobility, a durable medical equipment division of People Inc., is also located at this building, Suite 103.
 

Hours of Operation

Monday 8:00am 5:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am 7:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am 7:00pm
Thursday 8:00am 7:00pm
Friday 8:00am 3:00pm


The office is closed daily from noon to 1:00pm.
If you are experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms, please remain home.


Contact: 716.566.5050
 

Rehabilitative Health Services

An open, well-lit room with an array of modern rehabilitative equipment.

People Inc.’s Rehabilitative Health Services provide a comprehensive team approach to address various needs, including specializing in plans for people with developmental disabilities.

Our services, which are outlined in greater detail below, include:

  • Occupational Therapy
  • Physical Therapy
  • Speech and Language Services
  • Accessibility Services
  • Social Work Counseling
  • Psychology Evaluations 
     

If you are in need of Rehabilitative Health Services, please call 716.566.5050 to schedule an initial evaluation. Morning, afternoon and evening appointments are available. Most insurances are accepted. 

All previous Elmwood Health Center primary care patients participating in services for Adult and Pediatric Medicine, Gynecology, Podiatry and Neurology contact Evergreen Health at 716.847.2441.
 

Adolescent Rehabilitative Services

A young boy in an orange striped polo shirt sits on a therapy bench lifting a purple ball over his head, supported by a smiling male therapist in dark aquamarine scrubs while the boy's mother looks on, smiling.

Services that help to optimize the independence of adolescents, 10 years of age and older, at home, at school, and in the community through management of physical and psycho-social needs. Areas of attention include, but are not limited to: diagnosis of neurological/ neuromuscular disorders, medical monitoring related to diagnosis, spasticity (increased muscle tone), orthotics (bracing), educational issues and family support for the adolescent’s transition to adulthood. Children age 10 years and older are eligible.

Fees: Most insurance plans and private pay accepted.

Hours: Tuesdays, 8:30am - 8:00pm

Location: People Inc. Health Services, 800 Hertel Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14207

OT, PT and Speech

Occupational Therapy

Helps people make the most of their abilities and encourages independence in activities of daily living. Our Occupational Therapists are experts in treating:

  • Developmental and neurological disorders
  • Orthopedic ailments and injuries
  • Sensory, perceptual and cognitive disorders
  • Stroke, traumatic brain injuries and amputation
  • Ergonomic challenges and limitations in work and home settings
  • Difficulties with self-care tasks

Physical Therapy

Helps maintain and restore functional abilities following injury, surgery or disease. Our Physical Therapists are experts in treating:

  • Developmental and neurological disorders
  • Orthopedic ailments and injuries
  • Chronic and acute neck and back pain
  • Impaired mobility, balance and gait dysfunction
  • Stroke, traumatic brain injuries and amputation

Speech & Language Services

Our Speech-Language Pathologists diagnose and treat communication disorders. Our team specializes in speech language therapy for people with developmental disabilities, including experience with AAC (Alternative and Augmentative Communication) evaluations and therapy. Our clinicians are experts in treating:

  • Developmental language delays
  • Articulation disorders
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Swallow function
  • Fluency
  • Auditory processing disorders
  • Stroke/Aphasia
  • Voice disorders

We also offer: Table-side swallow evaluations and evaluations for assistive and augmentative communication devices (e.g.Tobii-Dynavox, ProSlate, NovaChat, iPad with apps)

Mental Health Supports

A woman with bobbed red-brown hair sits smiling at an office desk, holding a cord phone to her ear.

Social Work & Counseling

The People Inc. team of licensed professional social workers provide trauma-informed treatment for children, adolescents, adults and families (including those with intellectual and developmental disabilities) using a person-centered approach. Individual, family and group therapies are available to treat a variety of needs, including:

Anxiety Grief
Depression Self-esteem
Anger management Social skills
Behavior management Stress reduction

Psychology Services

Our team of psychologists provide assessments for developmental disorders and other psychological disorders, including cognitive impairments and autism spectrum disorder.


Information: 716.566.5050

Adaptive Equipment & Wheelchair Clinic

A selection of adaptive equipment, clockwise from upper left: a white and pale blue shower chair, a green and black gait trainer, a blue and silver transfer apparatus, a blond wood framed therapeutic bed

Our occupational and physical therapists team up with local vendors and RESNA certified Assistive Technology Practitioners (ATPs) to provide evaluations for adaptive equipment and wheelchair needs.

Adaptive equipment includes: items for positioning, accessibility and safety, for example, shower chairs, adaptive car seats, strollers and safety beds.

Wheelchair evaluations include: positioning, custom molded seating and pressure mapping. Adjustments to existing chairs and repairs are also offered.

Equipment trial, completion letters of medical justification and assistance with identifying funding sources (insurance/foundations) are available. 

Information: 716.566.5050

Patient Portal

Portal Access

To access our Patient Portal Visit: elmwoodhealthcenter.followmyhealth.com

The Follow My Health™ Patient Portal provides secure 24-7 access to your medical information and care teams.

Using the Patient Portal allows you to: 

  • Request appointments and medication refills online
  • Communicate with your providers
  • Check labs and test results
  • Access shot immunization records 
  • View your medical chart history
  • And more!


For technical support relating to the FollowMyHealth product, please review the following options:

Follow My Health Patient Portal via Phone App, Tablet, or Computer.

Take your health information with you on-the-go. FollowMyHealth is used by healthcare organizations across the country as the power behind their hospital or clinic’s specific patient portal. While your portal may have a different name, the technology is the same. Log in with your username and password to access your information.

Download on the App Store Get it on Google Play

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