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About Us
About Us
Everyday Kids Community Center is a public play/gathering space for families with children of all abilities.
Visit us to play, exercise and connect with other families. We love to host support groups, parent clubs, play dates birthday parties and hope to bring the community of families with children with special needs together with other children and families. This is a space where all are welcome, where people can be seen and embraced among others of different creed, color or ability.
A safe place for all families to socialize, exercise and play!
We also offer pediatric physical and occupational therapy services at the center and in the home and community.
Meet the Therapists
Meet the therapists
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Angela Watkins, PT, DPT, Owner, Everyday Kids
Angela is the owner of Everyday Kids – Developmental Therapies for Children.
After attending Appalachian State University to complete her undergraduate degree she graduated from Elon University Doctor of Physical Therapy program in March of 2008. She has been working in pediatric therapy since then and has a passion for working with children of all ages. Angela has extensive experience with the birth to three population as well as working with children of all ages and into adulthood. She has experience with aquatic therapy and building function in the community. She is trained in both TMR Tots and DMI specialty therapy techniques. Angela is skilled with evaluating for positioning and support needs and managing adaptive equipment like wheelchairs, standers and walkers.
After attending Appalachian State University to complete her undergraduate degree she graduated from Elon University Doctor of Physical Therapy program in March of 2008. She has been working in pediatric therapy since then and has a passion for working with children of all ages. Angela has extensive experience with the birth to three population as well as working with children of all ages and into adulthood. She has experience with aquatic therapy and building function in the community. She is trained in both TMR Tots and DMI specialty therapy techniques. Angela is skilled with evaluating for positioning and support needs and managing adaptive equipment like wheelchairs, standers and walkers.
Dr. Carrie Van Den Berg, PT, DPT
Carrie Van Den Berg graduated from the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Elon University
in 2006. Carrie received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education from Roanoke
College in 2000 and a Masters of Education in Exercise Physiology from the University of
Georgia in 2001. Carrie’s physical therapy work experience includes working in acute care,
home health experience for adults/geriatrics as well as experience with pediatrics. She reports that with all of her experience the most wonderful and rewarding of her career has been working with children.
Carrie is originally from Salem, VA however, she has remained in Burlington since she moved
here in 2004 to attend Physical Therapy school at Elon. Carrie met her husband Jakes here in Burlington while she attended Physical therapy school and they now have two young girls, Ella and Sophie. Carrie enjoys being active, spending time with family and friends, learning new things as well as reading, and she loves being able to spend time at her most favorite place—the beach.
in 2006. Carrie received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education from Roanoke
College in 2000 and a Masters of Education in Exercise Physiology from the University of
Georgia in 2001. Carrie’s physical therapy work experience includes working in acute care,
home health experience for adults/geriatrics as well as experience with pediatrics. She reports that with all of her experience the most wonderful and rewarding of her career has been working with children.
Carrie is originally from Salem, VA however, she has remained in Burlington since she moved
here in 2004 to attend Physical Therapy school at Elon. Carrie met her husband Jakes here in Burlington while she attended Physical therapy school and they now have two young girls, Ella and Sophie. Carrie enjoys being active, spending time with family and friends, learning new things as well as reading, and she loves being able to spend time at her most favorite place—the beach.
Dr. Emily Stefan, PT, DPT
Emily is a licensed physical therapist who graduated with a Doctorate in Physical
Therapy from Elon University. She has experience treating children in the NICU, PICU,
acute care, outpatient, and aquatic settings. She is now employed by Everyday Kids
and treats children aged 0-21 years old in their natural environment throughout Durham, Orange, Alamance and surrounding counties. She is a current member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy. She
believes that evidence based practice combined with collaborative care between the family, physician, and the therapist will encourage children to reach their highest
potential.
Therapy from Elon University. She has experience treating children in the NICU, PICU,
acute care, outpatient, and aquatic settings. She is now employed by Everyday Kids
and treats children aged 0-21 years old in their natural environment throughout Durham, Orange, Alamance and surrounding counties. She is a current member of the American Physical Therapy Association and the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy. She
believes that evidence based practice combined with collaborative care between the family, physician, and the therapist will encourage children to reach their highest
potential.
Dr. Sarah Bailey, PT, DPT
Sarah received her license in physical therapy practice following her studies at Elon University to obtain her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. During this time Sarah gained experience treating pediatric clients in outpatient and home health settings with administration of sessions held in a variety of learning environments, including: clinics, homes, pools, daycares, telehealth platforms, and community play-based settings. Sarah completed her final clinical rotation with Everyday Kids and was happy to join the clinic for employment to treat patients 0-21 years old within Alamance, Orange, and Guilford counties. Sarah grew up in Alamance County and is not only thrilled to continue serving in her home community, but values building meaningful connections with patients and families to help each child grow in their therapy journey. She is constantly seeking opportunities to expand her knowledge and skills as a clinician, learning new techniques that make therapy challenging, fun, and beneficial for each child. Additionally, Sarah is a current member of the American Physical Therapy Association national, state, and pediatric sections.
James Andrew Foster, II, DPT
Andrew graduated from NC State University undergrad with a Bachelor’s of Science in Veterinary Bioscience and minors in Sports Science and Business Management. He received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2016.
Andrew has experience working with adults and pediatrics with a wide variety of genetic, orthopedic,and neurological diagnoses such as cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, developmental delay, Torticollis, orthopedic injuries, neuromuscular disorders and hypotonia, autism, and Parkinson’s.
He has experience in a variety of pediatric and adult settings including: school-based therapy, home health, acute care and outpatient. Specialized training includes dry needling and Kinesio Taping.
Andrew focusses on treating the body as a whole unit and approaching each new client and family as a teammate—working together to create the path towards helping patients and families achieve their goals.
Outside of work, Andrew enjoys spending time with his family, the great outdoors, and coaching/playing any sport with his 3 boys.
Andrew has experience working with adults and pediatrics with a wide variety of genetic, orthopedic,and neurological diagnoses such as cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, developmental delay, Torticollis, orthopedic injuries, neuromuscular disorders and hypotonia, autism, and Parkinson’s.
He has experience in a variety of pediatric and adult settings including: school-based therapy, home health, acute care and outpatient. Specialized training includes dry needling and Kinesio Taping.
Andrew focusses on treating the body as a whole unit and approaching each new client and family as a teammate—working together to create the path towards helping patients and families achieve their goals.
Outside of work, Andrew enjoys spending time with his family, the great outdoors, and coaching/playing any sport with his 3 boys.
Maria Cable, PTA
Sarah Wilson Kernahan, PTA
Sarah Wilson Kernahan has been a PTA for eight years working with the adult population. She is excited about the opportunity to work with kids and families in need. Helping kids has always been an integral part of her life. When not at work she enjoys going to or watching sports, traveling and spending time with family and her three dogs.
Dr. Maggie Kuenzli, OTR/L, DOT
Maggie is an occupational therapist employed by Everyday Kids and treats children aged 0-21 throughout Alamance county. She graduated from Appalachian State in 2020 with a degree in Athletic Training. In 2024, Maggie graduated from Wingate University’s Doctor of Occupational Therapy program. She has experience treating children in a variety of community settings.
Outside of work, Maggie’s favorite occupations include reading, crocheting, exercising, and spending time with her husband. Maggie is passionate about advocating for the needs of children with diverse abilities and their families and helping them feel successful in their daily activities.
Outside of work, Maggie’s favorite occupations include reading, crocheting, exercising, and spending time with her husband. Maggie is passionate about advocating for the needs of children with diverse abilities and their families and helping them feel successful in their daily activities.
Susan Wofford, OTR/L
Susan has over 34 years of experience providing pediatric occupational therapy services in a variety of settings including early intervention in the home and community, outpatient, and hospital based with premature infants in a Neonatal Intensive Care unit. She received her bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Susan has gained valuable clinical skills in California at Sharp/Grossmont Medical Center, Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center, Cedars Sinai Home Care, and University Medical Center in Galveston, Texas. Susan has been working in North Carolina since 2005 providing services in a local NICU and in the community providing early intervention services. She is certified in Neonatal Touch and Massage since 2019 providing massage to premature infants as young as 30 weeks. Susan also has additional pediatric feeding training including children with G-tubes. She works closely with all the local Feeding Teams at UNC, Duke and Cone Health Women and Children’s Center. Susan enjoys working with families to come up with creative ideas and “think outside the box”. She advocates for the children she works with and embraces creative ideas on how to build on parent-child dyadic synchrony.
Susan is particularly tuned into the needs of families because of:
• Ongoing education in pediatric feeding disorders and oral restrictions of lip and tongue
• Experience with neonatal feeding practices for bottle feeding and collaborating with
• Strong background in the importance of family support, engagement, and collaboration with Lactation Consultants for a feeding plan
• Certification in Neonatal Touch and Massage since 2019
Susan is experienced and comfortable serving families whose children have the following diagnoses: Prematurity, Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Delay/Fine Motor Skills, Genetic Conditions, Autism, Cerebral Palsy/Musculoskeletal, Feeding Dysfunction including children with G-tubes, and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.
Susan is particularly tuned into the needs of families because of:
• Ongoing education in pediatric feeding disorders and oral restrictions of lip and tongue
• Experience with neonatal feeding practices for bottle feeding and collaborating with
• Strong background in the importance of family support, engagement, and collaboration with Lactation Consultants for a feeding plan
• Certification in Neonatal Touch and Massage since 2019
Susan is experienced and comfortable serving families whose children have the following diagnoses: Prematurity, Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Delay/Fine Motor Skills, Genetic Conditions, Autism, Cerebral Palsy/Musculoskeletal, Feeding Dysfunction including children with G-tubes, and Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.
Contact
Contact Us
Everyday Kids
Community Center
422 Huffman Mill Rd, Suite 121
Burlington NC
P: (336) 270-5304
F: (336) 270-4158
Email: everydaykids.nc@gmail.com
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