[CO] Can FMLA intermittent leave be used for a child’s therapy appointments?

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Based on the information you've provided, it sounds like you may qualify for FMLA leave to take your son to his therapy appointments. Here's how it works:

Eligibility Confirmation - Since you've been employed for at least 12 months and worked a minimum of 1,250 hours, and your employer has 50 or more employees within a 75-mile radius, you meet the basic eligibility requirements under the Family and Medical Leave Act, including for a serious health condition affecting a son or daughter.
Intermittent Leave - FMLA allows for intermittent leave, which means you can take leave in separate blocks of time for a single qualifying reason. This would apply to taking your son to his therapy appointments. (29 U.S.C. § 2612)
Medical Certification - You will need to provide a medical certification from your son's healthcare provider. This document should outline the necessity of the therapy and the expected schedule of appointments. (29 U.S.C. § 2613 )
Notify Your Employer - Inform your employer about your need for FMLA leave as soon as possible. Provide them with the medical certification and any other required documentation.
Employer's Response - Your employer should respond to your request within five business days. They may ask for additional information or clarification.
Maintain Communication - Keep open communication with your employer regarding any changes in the therapy schedule or your availability.

Please let me know if you have further questions.

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Hello, I'm in Colorado and my 15 month old son needs feeding therapy and speech therapy which will be about 2 appointments each week. Could I qualify for FMLA leave to take him to the appointments?

Lexi, Chatbot

I understand that balancing your child's needs with work can be challenging. Have you been employed at your current job for at least 12 months and worked a minimum of 1,250 hours during that time?

Yes.

Lexi, Chatbot

Is your employer a covered entity under FMLA, meaning they have 50 or more employees within a 75-mile radius?

Yes.

Lexi, Chatbot

Is there anything else the Employment Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with your FMLA leave.

No.

Liz

Hi there! Welcome to our service. My name is Liz and I've been an attorney for more than a decade, and I am here to assist with your legal concerns. Just so you are aware, our service is a legal information only site. No attorney-client relationship is formed from our conversation. So I can best help, would you be requesting it as intermittent FMLA?

Liz

Based on the information you've provided, it sounds like you may qualify for FMLA leave to take your son to his therapy appointments. Here's how it works:

Eligibility Confirmation - Since you've been employed for at least 12 months and worked a minimum of 1,250 hours, and your employer has 50 or more employees within a 75-mile radius, you meet the basic eligibility requirements under the Family and Medical Leave Act, including for a serious health condition affecting a son or daughter.
Intermittent Leave - FMLA allows for intermittent leave, which means you can take leave in separate blocks of time for a single qualifying reason. This would apply to taking your son to his therapy appointments. (29 U.S.C. § 2612)
Medical Certification - You will need to provide a medical certification from your son's healthcare provider. This document should outline the necessity of the therapy and the expected schedule of appointments. (29 U.S.C. § 2613 )
Notify Your Employer - Inform your employer about your need for FMLA leave as soon as possible. Provide them with the medical certification and any other required documentation.
Employer's Response - Your employer should respond to your request within five business days. They may ask for additional information or clarification.
Maintain Communication - Keep open communication with your employer regarding any changes in the therapy schedule or your availability.

Please let me know if you have further questions.

Liz

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