PPEC Medical Daycare in Lake Worth Beach, Serving Palm Beach County

Q: Does Florida Medicaid cover PPEC?

Yes. Florida Medicaid covers PPEC services for children from birth through age 20 who have a qualifying medical condition and a doctor's prescription. There is usually no cost to the family.

Q: How is a PPEC different from a regular daycare?

A PPEC is licensed as a medical facility. Nurses are on staff the whole day, children receive prescribed therapies on site, and the center follows medical infection control standards. Regular daycares can't provide that level of care.

Q: How many hours a day can my child attend?

Florida allows up to 12 hours a day. The exact hours depend on what your child's doctor prescribes and what is approved.

Q: Is transportation really included?

Yes. Roundtrip transportation from your home is part of the service for families in our area.

Q: What ages do you accept?

We accept children from birth through age 20. Babies and toddlers under four stay in a separate nursery area.

Q: Do you have Spanish-speaking staff?

Yes. Our team speaks English and Spanish.

Q: Can my child still get therapy if they attend a PPEC?

Yes. Physical, occupational and speech therapy happen on site during the day, so you don't have to drive to separate appointments.

Q: Can I visit before enrolling?

Yes, and we encourage it. Call 561-585-7732 to schedule a tour.

Pedikidz of Palm Beach is a licensed Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care (PPEC) center at 2311 10th Avenue North in Lake Worth Beach. We care for medically complex children from birth through age 20. Nurses are on the floor all day, therapists see children on site, and we drive kids to and from home. For many families, that means a parent can go back to work, and a child who used to spend the day at home with a nurse now spends it learning and playing with other kids.

At a glance

Address: 2311 10th Avenue North, Unit 13, Lake Worth Beach, FL 33461
Phone: 561-585-PPEC (561-585-7732)
Hours: Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday 7:00 AM to 2:00pm
Ages: Birth through 20
Languages: English and Spanish
Transportation: Roundtrip, included
Coverage: Florida Medicaid

What is a PPEC?

A PPEC is a state-licensed medical day center for children who need nursing care during the day. Think of it as the space between a hospital and a regular daycare. A doctor prescribes the hours, and the center provides the nursing, therapy and daily care in one place. In Florida, PPEC services are covered by Medicaid for children who qualify.
Regular daycares usually can’t take a child with a trach, a feeding tube, a seizure disorder or oxygen needs. A PPEC is built for exactly those children.

A day at Pedikidz of Palm Beach

Most children arrive on our van in the morning. A nurse checks vitals, reviews any notes from home and starts the day’s medications and feedings on schedule. From there, the day mixes therapy sessions, learning time, music, art and play. Children are grouped by age and ability, and babies and toddlers under four have their own separate nursery with cribs, swings and sensory toys.

We follow hospital-grade infection control every day. For a child with a weak immune system, fewer germs means fewer sick days and fewer trips back to the hospital. At pickup, parents get an update on how the day went.

Care and therapy under one roof

Instead of driving between appointments, families get these services in the same building, during the same day:

Skilled nursing care by RNs and LPNs, including medication management, G-tube and trach care, seizure monitoring and respiratory support
Physical therapy for strength, balance and mobility
Occupational therapy for fine motor skills, sensory needs and daily living skills
Speech and feeding therapy for communication, swallowing and oral feeding
Respiratory therapy
Behavioral therapy
Music, art and social activities that make the day feel like childhood, not just treatment
School programs for school-age children

Therapies follow the plan prescribed by each child’s doctor and therapists.

Who we care for

We serve children who are medically fragile or technology dependent, including children with:

Prematurity and NICU graduates
Cerebral palsy and other neurological conditions
Seizure disorders
Tracheostomies, ventilators or oxygen needs
G-tubes and feeding disorders
Genetic conditions and developmental delays

If you’re not sure whether your child qualifies, call us. We’ll walk you through it.

Transportation and areas we serve

Roundtrip transportation is included. Our van picks children up at home and brings them back at the end of the day. We currently serve families in:

Lake Worth Beach
Lantana
Greenacres
Palm Springs
West Palm Beach
Boynton Beach
Palm Beach County
Martin County
St Lucie County
Hendry County
Okeechobee County

How to enroll

Call or fill out the form. Tell us about your child, and we’ll check whether a PPEC is a good fit.
Tour the center. See the rooms, meet the nurses and ask anything.
Get the prescription. Your child’s doctor writes an order for PPEC services. We can help coordinate with the doctor’s office.
Insurance approval. We handle the paperwork with Medicaid or your plan.
First day. We set up transportation and build your child’s care plan with you.

Meet our team

Marian Macias, Executive Director: Brings passion and experience with managed markets to help patients and their families navigate complicated diagnoses. We work diligently to guide patients and their families through their individual care plans and ensure thorough communication and assistance with all health care providers.
Zuley Pereira, RN Director: With many years in Pediatric Nursing and Skilled care Zuley shines as our primary clinical contact for patients and health care providers. Under her meticulous supervision and guidance our Nursing team collaborates with your child’s Physicians and Therapists to ensure we provide the best support for their development. With a focus on outcomes.

What parents say

Pedikidz of Palm Beach is part of Pedikidz of Florida, which has cared for medically complex children in South Florida since 2017.

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Desiree Perez Flores

12 months ago

I am truly grateful for Pedikidz ❤️ My daughter has been attending Pedikidz for quite some time now, and from the very first moment, we felt welcomed, supported, and cared for. Everyone has shown kindness, respect, and genuine concern for my daughter’s well-being and for me as a mother as well. ✨ With all my heart, I want to thank: Mariam-Executive Director: Always so kind, caring, and attentive. Thank you for being there for us and for your continued support. Zuley-RN Director: Thank you for all the love, guidance, and help with appointments and specialists. Your dedication brings us peace and confidence. We are so grateful for you. Diana-Transpotation: Extremely polite, thoughtful, and always willing to find the best solution for my daughter’s route. Nurses: Thank you for always being present when my daughter needs you, and for ensuring her medications are handled with care and punctuality. HHAs: Thank you for your kindness, respect, patience, and the special love you give to my daughter every day. It fills my heart to know she is surrounded by people who truly care, who offer hugs, protection, and joy. Drivers: Thank you for driving safely and ensuring my daughter and her friends always arrive at their destination and back home with care. Your responsibility is deeply appreciated. Therapists: Your work has made a big difference in my daughter’s progress. Thank you for your dedication, patience, and for celebrating every achievement with us. ✨ A very special thank you to: Zuley, Solanch, Marlén, Yura, Yalesky, Daisy, Diana, and Mr. Leonel Each one of you has touched our lives with love and compassion. Thank you, Pedikidz, for everything ❤️ You are a true blessing for my daughter and for our family.

Rebecca Salomon

12 months ago

These staff are Truly amazing! They are so kind, generous, caring, calm and collected. They take great care of my son so well and they love him. You should definitely bring your kid(s) here.

Jamie

1 year ago

My son Joshua has been going to Pedikidz of Palm Beach, and I can’t say enough good things about the care and attention he receives. The staff is patient, loving, and truly invested in his growth and happiness. They make learning fun. He comes home excited about the activities they do, like counting pumpkins and learning numbers. It’s clear that they see every child’s potential and meet them right where they are. I’m so thankful for the kindness and support they’ve shown my family. Pedikidz has been a blessing!

scarlette Olivares

2 years ago

am truly grateful for the incredible care and dedication of the team at my son’s PPEC. It means the world to me to have a place I can trust wholeheartedly with his well-being. The love, attention, and expertise they bring to his therapies and daily care have opened up unlimited possibilities for his growth and development. Knowing they are part of his life gives me peace of mind and hope for the future. Thank you for being such an essential and wonderful part of our journey! Sincerely, Scarlette O.A.

Bronwen Halliwell

5 years ago

What a truly amazing center filled with beautiful, caring, and compassionate energy!! The minute I stepped inside to take the tour I was warmly greeted by Marian, the owner and guided from room to room to meet the all the wonderful staff. The nurses were very gentle, nurturing , and engaged with the children. It was obvious to me that these women were caring for each one of their patients as if they were their own children. I observed the therapists working with one child who was smiling and having so much fun while practicing her walking skills. The therapists explained to me in detail their process of planning uniquely creative and fun programs specific for each child. The center was impeccably clean, the walls were painted with beautifully serene colors, and a constant stream of calming music played lightly overhead throughout the center. I was so impressed by my visit to Pedikidz and I have confidence that my daughter will thrive here. I feel so blessed to soon have this center and their beautiful staff in our lives.

Elizeth Figueroa

5 years ago

We are so happy to have found this place for our daughter. The entire staff is amazing!!! Very clean Environment. They take care of the children as if they were their own. They’re extremely supportive, always pleasant and professional, incredibly patient, and understanding of my daughter needs. Every time we walk in the door, we are greeted with a smile. I love them all!! Highly recommend! Bilingual too.