Autism & child therapy services in Grand Rapids
5 providers listed in Grand Rapids · Itasca County.
MN Therapy Finder lists 5 autism and child therapy providers in Grand Rapids, Minnesota (Itasca County), including 2 occupational therapy, 2 PCA & waiver services and 1 speech therapy listings. 3 of these providers have Google ratings, averaging 4.6 stars across 58 reviews. Most Grand Rapids families can fund autism therapy through Minnesota's EIDBI benefit under Medical Assistance — often via MA-TEFRA even with private insurance — and can request waiver, PCA/CFSS or respite assessments through Itasca County human services intake.
Grand Rapids autism & therapy FAQ
How many autism and child therapy providers are in Grand Rapids, MN?
MN Therapy Finder lists 5 providers in Grand Rapids: 1 speech therapy, 2 occupational therapy and 2 PCA & waiver services. Some providers offer more than one service. Listings are updated as providers claim and verify their profiles.
What are the highest-rated child therapy providers in Grand Rapids?
Based on Google reviews (5+ reviews), the highest-rated listings in Grand Rapids include Aveanna Home Health (5.0★, 12 reviews), Progressive Care Therapy (4.9★, 17 reviews) and Essentia Health-Grand Rapids Clinic (4.0★, 29 reviews). Ratings are one signal — also ask about waitlists, insurance and approach before choosing.
How do families in Grand Rapids pay for autism therapy?
Most Minnesota families use Minnesota's EIDBI benefit under Medical Assistance (often via MA-TEFRA), private insurance under the state autism mandate, or both. Providers serving Grand Rapids may be based in nearby cities, and some offer in-home or telehealth-supported services.
How do I request waiver, PCA/CFSS or respite services in Itasca County?
Contact Itasca County human services intake and ask for a MnCHOICES assessment for children's disability services. The assessment determines eligibility for programs such as CFSS (formerly PCA), the CADI or DD waivers, CDCS and respite. Your child generally needs to be eligible for Medical Assistance.
Are there more providers near Grand Rapids?
Yes. Nearby cities with listings include Bovey (1 provider, ~6 mi), Nashwauk (1 provider, ~21 mi), Hibbing (11 providers, ~31 mi) and McGregor (1 provider, ~44 mi). Many families widen their search to shorten waitlists.
Highest-rated in Grand Rapids
Ranked by Google rating among listings rated 4★ or higher with 5+ reviews.
- ★ 5.0 (12)
- ★ 4.9 (17)
- ★ 4.0 (29)