After School Program

Friendly & Welcoming
Big Bear Academy is a friendly and welcoming environment for your child.
Individual Care
Individual care is provided by qualified professionals - multi-lingual and multi-cultural pediatric nurses and aides- working together on-site with Physical, Speech and Occupational Therapists.
Up to 12 hours per day
Big Bear Academy prvides up to 12 hours per day of nursing care Monday through Saturday from children from birth to 21 year old.

Rarely do I take the time to post a review about anything, but this center has continuously exceeded my expectations. This center grounds itself on putting your child's needs first everyday and gracefully excels at making my child feel at home. The attention and dedication received by all staff, nurses, therapists etc., at this center is exceptional. I wouldn't want my child to attend any other center than this. I really am so grateful.

Abraham Brito
Miami, FL

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a PPEC?
PPEC stands for Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care. These services provide a less restrictive, cost-effective alternative to expensive hospitalization or home health care. It reduces the isolation of home-bound programs, helping each child to achieve the highest quality of life possible.
What qualifies a child for the PPEC program?
Children who need nursing care every day and are unable to have their needs met by a typical school or day care and/or do not need to be in a hospital. Children who have been hospitalized or frequent emergency room visits for an ongoing or unresolved condition such as asthma or seizures.
Who pays for these services?
PPEC Services are covered by Medicaid once recommended by the child’s pediatrician through a prescription or letter of medical necessity. We also accept insurance and private pay. Our staff is happy to assist you with the enrollment process.
What services do we offer?
Our services include Pediatric Nursing Care, Transportation, Nutritional Food Program, Physical, Respiratory, Occupational, and Speech Therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Special Education (provided by Miami Dade County Public Schools), Physician on Call, After School Program, Extracurricular Activities, and Social Services.