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State Resources for Early intervention and EducationAlabamaEarly InterventionAlabama Early Intervention SystemVisit the Alabama Early Intervention System Website1-800-543-3098The EIS services children from birth to 36 months of age who have a medical diagnosis that can delay development. The sole purpose of AEIS is to get children ready to attend school.EducationLocal School DistrictsVisit the Local School Districts WebsiteContact your local school district approximately 6 months before your child turns 3. The school district will start the Individualized Education Program process which will involve assessments, so they are able to place your child in a program in the district.Alabama Special Education ServicesVisit the Alabama Special Education Services Website1-334-242-8114For information on Alabama Special Education Services contact Crystal Richardson, Special Education Services Coordinator at speced@alsde.edu.AlaskaEarly intervetnionn Education HandbookView Special Education HandbookArizonaEarly InterventionArizona Early Intervention Program (AZEIP)Visit the Arizona Early Intervention Program (AZEIP) Website1-888-439-5609AZEIP is the statewide system of supports and services for families of children, birth to three, with disabilities or developmental delays.Click here to view AZEIP FAQ’sEducationExceptional Student Services (ESS)Visit the Exceptional Student Services (ESS) Website1-602-542-4013The mission of ESS is to provide high-quality service that?improves outcomes for all students, making them?well prepared for the next step – college, technical/trade school, career, job, or other means of engagement. To achieve this, ESS has a system of supports that wraps around educators to improve student outcomes—academically, behaviorally, and functionally.AZ FINDVisit the XZ FIND Website1-800-352-4558AZ FIND provides information and resources to parents, public education agencies (PEAs), state agencies, and professional organizations regarding child find statutes, policies, and procedures. This is a “first step” for getting services in school.Raising Special Kids (RSK)Visit the Raising Special Kids (RSK) Website1-888-877-5910RSK is a nonprofit parent organization that provides support and information for parents of children with disabilities from birth to age 26. Programs are offered at no cost to families and areavailable in English and Spanish.ESS Program SpecialistsVisit the ESS Program Specialists WebsiteESS program specialists are assigned to each Arizona district and charter school. They offer technical assistance and monitor special education programs.Early Resolution SpecialistsVisit the Early Resolution Specialists Website1-855-383-9801Early Resolution Specialists provide technical assistance to parents and schools seeking early resolution of complaints, in addition to guiding the formal dispute resolution options available under the IDEA.ArkansasEarly Intervention and educationFirst Connections ProgramVisit First Connections Program Website1-800-643-8258The First Connections Program provides Early Intervention Services for children birth to 3 years of age. The DHS is the Lead Agency for the Program. The DDS is the division within DHS, which has administrative responsibility for implementation of the program. DHS Program Coordinators and a Program Administrator provide intake, service option presentations, individual social history development, referrals, transition to Early Childhood, individual service coordination (case management), obtaining and maintaining client data tracking information and case notes.Special Education CoordinatorsView Early Childhood (Ages 3-5) Special Education CoordinatorsView K-12 Special Education SupervisorsCentralized Intake and Referral / Consultant Unified Intervention Team (CIRCUIT)Centralized Intake and Referral / Consultant Unified Intervention Team (CIRCUIT) connects parents, guardians, caregivers, school personnel, or any other concerned party to a regional cadre of special education consultants.? CIRCUIT can assist in interventions for students with sensory disabilities, multiple physical disabilities, behavior, and autism spectrum disorders.CaliforniaEarly InterventionDepartment of Developmental Services (DDS)Visit Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Website1-800-323-4769The DDS Regional Center can help get your child assessed and is the contact to get your child enrolled in Early Intervention services in California.EducationCalifornia Department of Education (CDE)Visit California Department of Education (CDE) WebsiteCDE starts the Individualized Education Program process which involves assessments?to place your child in a program in the district.? Contact your local school district approximately 6 months before your child turns 3.ColoradoEarly InterventionEI ColoradoVisit EI Colorado?Website1-888-777-4041The Early Intervention (EI) Colorado program provides developmental supports and services for children birth through two years of age who have special developmental needs. You can request a free evaluation at any time to determine whether your child may be eligible for EI services and supports. Your local Community Centered Board (CCB) implements the EI Colorado program.EducationCDE Office of Special EducationVisit CDE Office of Special Education?Website1-303-866-6694This office assists students with exceptional educational needs due to disability or some other special need.Individualized Education Program (IEP) InformationVisit Individualized Education Program Information?Website1-303-866-6619Contact Cindy Millikin for more information.ConnecticutEarly InterventionDepartment of Developmental Services of the DDS Regions have established a?Help Line?to assist families who do not have a case manager to help access services.?Help Line?staff will assist you to apply for DDS Family Support Services or refer you to appropriate community resources and services.North RegionHelp Line?1-877-437-4577email:?dds.nr.ifshelpline@South RegionHelp Line?1-877-437-4567email:??dds.sr.ifshelpline@?West RegionHelp Line?1-877-491-2720email:??dds.wr.ifshelpline@EducationVisit Connecticut State Board of Education Early InterventionChild Development WatchVisit Child Development Watch Website1-800-671-0050Child Development Watch is the statewide early intervention program for children ages birth to 3.Delaware's Early Childhood PlanView Delaware’s Early Childhood PlanView Early Childhood ResourcesEducationSpecial Education Information and ResourcesView Special Education Information and ResourcesFloridaEarly InterventionEarly StepsVisit Early Steps Website1-850-245-4200Early Steps is Florida’s early intervention system that offers services to eligible infants and toddlers (birth to 36months) with significant delays or a condition likely to result in a developmental delay.? Email?CMS.EarlyStepsPublicComment@?or call Kelly Rogers for more informationEducationBureau of Exceptional Education and Student ServicesVisit Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services WebsiteThis department administers programs for students with disabilities.GeorgiaEarly InterventionBabies Can't Wait (BCW)Visit Babies Can’t Wait Website1-404-657-2850The BCW program is offered through the Georgia Department of Public Health. It provides a comprehensive, integrated system for infants and toddlers, up to age 3.Early Intervention Program (EIP)Visit Early Intervention Program Website1-404-463-0934The Georgia Department of Education’s EIP program is designed to serve students who are at risk of not reaching or maintaining academic grade level. EIP provides additional instructional resources to help students who are performing below grade level obtain the necessary academic skills to reach grade level performance in the shortest possible time.EducationDivision for Special Education Services and SupportsVisit Division for Special Education Services and Supports Website1-404-656-3963Georgia Department of Special Education, Division for Special Education Services and Supports includes programs and services that support local school districts in their efforts to provide special education and related services to students with disabilities.HawaiiEarly InterventionEarly Intervention Services (EIS)Visit Early Intervention Services Website1-808-594-0066?Oahu1-800-235-5477?All other IslandsEIS provides services to support the development of infant and toddlers from birth to age three.View EIS ServicesView EIS EligibilityHi‘ilei Hawai‘iVisit Hi‘ilei Hawai‘i?WebsiteHi‘ilei Hawai‘i provides follow along with developmental screening and information for families who are interested in supporting their young child (Age 0-5) to reach his/her optimal development.Helping Children Learn and GrowVisit Helping Children Learn and Grow?WebsiteEducationDepartment of EducationVisit Department of Education?Website1-808-305-9806Hawaii State Department of Education, Office of Special Education Special education services are made available to any student ages 3 to 22 who demonstrates a need for specially designed instruction, after an eligibility determination.View IEP InformationIdahoEarly Intervention Special EducationVisit ID Special Education Website1-208-332-6914To enable all students to achieve high academic standards and quality of life, the Special Education Team works collaboratively with districts, agencies, and parents to ensure students receive quality, meaningful, and needed services. ?Contact Dr. Melanie Reese?mreese@sde.?for more information.View Special Education ManualView Special Education Forms and InformationSchool-based ServicesView School-based ServicesSchool-based services are health-related and rehabilitative services provided to children with disabilities who receive services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).? These services are provided by school districts, and charter schools and are considered medically necessary for children to participate in their educational program?SchoolBasedServices@dhw.IllinoisEarly InterventionIllinois DHSVisit Illinois DHS Early Intervention Website1-800-323-4769The DHS provides Early Intervention services for children with developmental delays, ages birth through age three.Family Resource Center on DisabilitiesVisit?Family Resource Center on Disabilities?Website1-312-939-3513This is Chicago’s Parent Training Center which helps with the IEP process.EducationIllinois State Board of Education (ISBE)Visit Illinois State Board of Education WebsiteISBE has numerous resources regarding placement, terminology and rights regarding children who are in special education. The website also offers school district performance comparisons.IndianaEarly InterventionFirst StepsVisit First Steps WebsiteFirst Steps is Indiana’s Early Intervention program.? The goal of First Steps is to help infants and toddlers receive services now to help them in the future. The 16 main services provided are listed on the website. Call or email First Steps to make a referral. The referral will then be assigned to a Coordinator who will set up an initial appointment with the family.View First Steps OfficesDepartment of EducationVisit Department of Education Website1-508-362-2220Public schools provide special education services for eligible children starting at age 3. Individual Education Plans may include preschool instruction, related services or other supports. Parents who have any concerns about their child’s development, or know that their?child has a disability, may request an evaluation by contacting their local public school. If a child is enrolled in First Steps prior to turning three the request for evaluation can be a part of the transition process. The Indiana Department of Education can help you contact your local school.EducationIndiana DOEVisit Indiana DOE Website1-877-851-4106The Office of Special Education’s Special Education Team ensures that all eligible students with disabilities are provided a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.?Email?specialeducation@doe..InSourceVisit InSource Website1-800-332-4433InSource has assembled information that is available to Indiana parents, families, educators and other professionals.? All information is free of charge to Indiana parents.? To request materials or information, please email?insource@.IowaEarly InterventionEarly ACCESSVisit Early ACCESS Website1-888-425-4371Early ACCESS is Iowa’s Early Intervention program.? The purpose of this program is for families and staff to work together in identifying, coordinating and providing needed services and resources that will help the family assist their infant or toddler to grow and develop.? Your Regional provider can provide more information.Early Childhood Special EducationVisit Early Childhood Special Education Website1-515-281-5502Early Childhood Special Education?offers services for children, three to five years of age and their families through area education agencies and local school districts.EducationParent Information on Special EducationVisit Parent Information on Special Education Website1-515-281-3249Special education involves specially designed instruction tailored to the unique needs of each child and is provided at no cost to parents. For assessment questions, contact Colleen Anderson?mcolleen.anderson@.View Iowa Department of Education School District Maps1-515-281-3968KansasEarly InterventionKansas Infant Toddler ServicesVisit Kansas Infant Toddler Services WebsiteKansas Infant Toddler Services is administered by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). KDHE provides early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities (birth through 2) and their families. Contact your local agencies for services.View Infant Toddler Services Local AgenciesView Infant-Toddler Resources & LinksEducationKansas Special Education ServicesVisit Kansas Special Education Services Website1-800-203-9462Kansas Special Education Services For more information, contact Colleen Riley?criley@.KentuckyEarly Intervention Steps is a statewide early intervention system that provides services to children with developmental disabilities from birth to age 3 and their families. First Steps is Kentucky's response to the federal Infant-Toddler Program. First Steps offers comprehensive services through a variety of community agencies and service disciplines and is administered by the Department for Public Health in the Cabinet for Health and Family Services.EducationDivision of Learning ServicesVisit Division of Learning Services Website1-502-564-4970The DLS?site includes information on all aspects of special education programs in public schools.School Based Medicaid ServicesVisit School Based Medicaid Services WebsiteKentucky school districts may participate in two Medicaid School-Based Programs; School-Based Health Services and School-Based Administrative Claiming.LouisianaEarly InterventionEarlyStepsVisit EarlySteps Website1-225-342-9500Early Steps is Louisiana’s Early Intervention System for children with disabilities and developmental delays, ages birth to three. Services include screening and assessment and coordination of early intervention for children with developmental disabilities.EducationSpecial Education ProgramVisit Special Education Program WebsiteTo receive support through Louisiana Department of Education’s?Special Education program, a student must be evaluated to determine eligibility.? Schools provide a personal written plan, called an Individualized Education Program, for every student with disabilities.Students with Disabilities LibraryVisit Students with Disabilities Library WebsiteThis is a library of information on special education.Special Education Processes + Procedural SupportsVisit Special Education Processes + Procedural Supports WebsiteThe Louisiana Dept. of Education publishes Special Education Processes + Procedural Supports to provide parents with more detailed information on the programMaineEarly InterventionChild Development Services (CDS)Visit Child Development Services (CDS) Website1-207-624-6660CDS provides both Early Intervention (birth through age two) and Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE – ages three through five). Screenings and evaluations are provided in order to identify children who are eligible for services. The CDS has nine sites in Maine.CDS LocationsCSD information for families?EducationMaine Department of Education Office of Special ServicesVisit Maine Department of Education Office of Special Services WebsiteMaine Department of Education Office of Special Services works to guarantee delivery of special education services.View Maine Department of Education ProgramsMarylandEarly interventionPreschool Special Education ServicesMaryland’s system of Preschool Special Education Services provides specialized instruction and related services, such as speech-language therapy, physical and occupational therapy, to young children, ages three through five, determined eligible under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and in accordance with State regulations for special education.? InterventionEarly Intervention in Massachusetts (EI)Visit Early Intervention in Massachusetts Website1-800-905-8437EI is a statewide, developmental service provided to families of children ages birth through 3. Children may be eligible if they have developmental difficulties due to disability or if typical development is at risk. Call to apply.EducationTanya Milette, ED.M, Special Education AdvocateVisit Tanya Milette, ED.M, Special Education Advocate WebsiteFrom goals and objectives to evaluations and reports, from IEP meetings to visiting potential placement options; the world of Special Education can be overwhelming for parents. Tanya Milette, Special Education Advocate is here to help you help your child.Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary EducationVisit Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education?WebsiteMassachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education accommodates children between the ages of 3 and 21 in the public-school system. Check with your local school district for information specific to your area.MichiganEarly InterventionEarly On MichiganVisit Early On Michigan WebsiteThis program offers early intervention services for infants and toddlers, birth to three years of age, with developmental delays or disabilities.MDHSSVisit MDHSS WebsiteMDHSS has Early Intervention information.EducationOffice of Special Education (OSE)1-517-373-0923The OSE, within the Department of Education, is responsible for the general supervision, administration, and funding of special education programs and services for children?with disabilities ages 3-21.MinnesotaEarly InterventionHelp Me GrowVisit Help Me Grow?WebsiteHelp Me Grow has many resources for families who have a child with a developmental disorder. Call to refer your child.?1-866-693-4769Education in special education have a disability and are in need of specialized instruction. A comprehensive evaluation, conducted by a team from the public school, evaluates and identifies these students. For every student who needs special education services, the team develops a special document called an Individualized Education Program (IEP).MississippiEarly InterventionFirst Steps EIPVisit First Steps EIP Website1-800-451-3903If you have a child that is under three years old, First Steps may provide developmental services and other resources to help your child meet his or her maximum potential. Services provided include (but are not limited to): screenings, evaluations and assessments, Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), Early Intervention services, and transition plans to preschool services.View First Steps EIP Referral FormAnyone (i.e., parents, health care providers, childcare providers) can make a referral to Early Intervention. Healthcare providers who serve infants/toddlers from birth to age three are required by state and federal regulations to make referrals within seven days of determining that an infant/toddler is possibly in need of early intervention services.View First Steps Directory of ProvidersEducationThe Office of Special Education is a service-oriented organization that seeks to improve the education experience for children with disabilities. We strive to nurture a dedicated staff through intense professional development opportunities, field experience, and individual accountability. In keeping with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and State law, we help local schools and districts provide effective educational programs to students with disabilities, ages 3-20, who need special education and related services. InterventionFirst StepsVisit First Steps Website1-866-583-2392First Steps is Missouri’s Early Intervention program that provides services to children birth to age 3 with disabilities or developmental delays.EducationMissouri Department of Elementary and Secondary EducationVisit Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education WebsiteEffective Practices SectionVisit Effective Practices Section WebsiteWithin the Division of Learning Services, the Office of Special Education, the Effective Practices Section works with school districts to identify effective research and data-driven monitoring, accountability and assessment of instructional practices for students with disabilities.MPACTVisit MPACT Website1-800-743-7634MPACT is a statewide parent training and information center that serves parents of children with disabilities. MPACT’s primary goal is to assist parents in their effort to effectively advocate for their children’s educational rights and services.MontanaEarly interventionMontana Milestones Part C Early Intervention ProgramMontana Milestones/Part C of the?IDEA Early Intervention Program is Montana’s?comprehensive system of early intervention services and supports?for families who have infants or toddlers, from birth through three who have significant developmental delays or disabilities or have been diagnosed with an established condition associated with significant delays in development. Department of EducationMontana Office of Public InstructionP.O. Box 202501Helena, MT 59620-2501Phone: (406) 444-3095Toll-Free: (888) 231-9393 Area code 406 onlyFax: (406) 444-3924Website:? Education AgencyDivision of Special EducationMontana State Office of Public InstructionP.O. Box 202501Helena, MT 59620Phone: (406) 449-9124Website:? InterventionNebraska Early Development Network (EDN)Visit Nebraska Early Development Network (EDN) Website1-888-806-6287Nebraska Early Development Network (EDN) Babies Can’t Wait Program?EDN serves children from birth to age three. A child is eligible if he or she is not developing typically or has been diagnosed with a health condition that will affect his or her development. To apply, call or visit the Planning Region Team Map to find the office that services your area.Visit Planning Region Team Map WebsiteEducationNebraska Department of Education Office of Special EducationVisit Nebraska Department of Education Office of Special Education WebsiteNevadaEarly InterventionNevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS)Visit Nevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS) Website1-702-486-9200?– Southern Nevada1-775-688-1341?– Northern NevadaNevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS) programs are available to families with children under the age of three (3) who meet Nevada’s eligibility requirements. Families join together with NEIS staff to develop an Individualized Family Services Plan with outcomes that draw on the family’s priorities and concerns. If you are concerned about your child’s development, the first step is to have your child referred for evaluation and assessment. You can refer your child directly to an Early Intervention program or you can have your child’s physician make the referral for you. You will be assigned a service coordinator who will help you through the process. For more information, please contact an Early Intervention Office near you.View Early Intervention OfficesEducationOffice of Special EducationVisit Office of Special Education Website1-775-687-9171The Nevada Department of Education (NDE), Office of Special Education is committed to ensuring that ALL students in Nevada are college- and career- ready upon exit from the public-school system.New HampshireEarly InterventionFamily Centered Early Supports and Services (FCESS)Visit Family Centered Early Supports and Services (FCESS) WebsiteFamily Centered Early Supports and Services (FCESS) is New Hampshire’s Early Intervention program. The program is designed for children birth through age three who have a diagnosed, established condition that has a high probability of resulting in delay, are experiencing developmental delays, or are at risk for substantial developmental delays. Anyone who is concerned about an infant or toddler’s development, including a parent, may make a referral to FCESS. Family centered early supports and services are provided within a child’s home or where a child spends time.FCESS Central DirectoryEducationParent Information Center (PIC)?Visit Parent Information Center (PIC) Website1-800-947-7005The Parent Information Center (PIC) is a New Hampshire statewide family organization which strives to achieve positive outcomes for children and youth, with a focus on those with disabilities and special healthcare needs.? The Parent Information Center (PIC) and its various grant programs address a variety of key issues in order to help parents support their children’s success in school and in life. ?Info@New JerseyEarly InterventionNew Jersey Early Intervention System (NJEIS)Visit New Jersey Early Intervention System (NJEIS) Website1-888-653-4463NJEIS implements services for infants and toddlersEducationDepartment of Public Education1-609-292-0147Department of Public Education the DOE ensures that students with disabilities receive appropriate educational services to enable them to achieve the same goals established for all students.New MexicoEarly interventionFamily Infant Toddler Program (FIT) program provides a statewide system of early intervention in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Part C. The?FIT?Program provides early intervention services to over 14,000 children age birth to three who have or who are at risk for developmental delay, and their families.EducationPublic Education Department, Special Education BureauVisit Public Education Department, Special Education Bureau WebsiteThe Special Education Bureau handles special education services in New Mexico. Check your local school district for specific information in your area.Developing Quality IEP's Technical Assistance ManualVisit Developing Quality IEP’s Technical Assistance Manual WebsiteThis manual is published by the New Mexico Public Education Department to help families with the IEP process.New YorkEarly InterventionNew York State Department of HealthVisit New York State Department of Health Website1-518-473-7016The Early Intervention Program (EIP) provides a variety of therapeutic and support services to children under three years of age who have a confirmed disability or established developmental delay.Early Intervention Official (EIO)Visit Early Intervention Official (EIO) WebsiteThis designated official administers the local Early Intervention Program. Contact your EIO for information or to refer a child.EducationOffice of Special EducationVisit Office of Special Education Website1-718-935-2000This department provides services and programs for students with disabilities.North CarolinaEarly InterventionChildren's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA)Visit Children’s Developmental Services Agency (CDSA)?WebsiteNorth Carolina’s Infant-Toddler Program (NC ITP) provides services for children, birth to 3, with special needs. Contact your local CDSA office.EducationDepartment of Exceptional ChildrenVisit Department of Exceptional Children WebsiteThe Public Schools of North Carolina Department of Exceptional Children ensures that students with disabilities develop intellectually, physically, emotionally, and vocationally through the provision of an appropriate individualized education program in the least restrictive environment.Education DakotaEarly InterventionEarly Intervention North DakotaVisit Early Intervention North Dakota Website1-800-755-8529To refer a child, please contact the regional human service center that serves your area and ask to talk to the Developmental Disabilities staff.Visit Developmental Disabilities Regional Offices Website?Visit Early Childhood Special Education (Ages 3-5) Website?View or Download Understanding Early Childhood Transition: A Guide for Families and ProfessionalsEducationNorth Dakota Special EducationVisit North Dakota Special Education WebsiteVisit Students and Parents PageThe purpose of this page is to be a ‘one-stop shop’ for information on services and programs managed by the Department of Public Instruction that affect students and parents.OhioEarly InterventionOhio Help Me GrowVisit Ohio Help Me Grow Website1-800-755-4769Help Me Grow is an early childhood initiative, birth through age 2, that provides services for children with developmental delay or disabilities. ?Email?HMG@odh..Office of Early Learning and School ReadinessVisit Office of Early Learning and School Readiness Website1-877-644-6338This office oversees services for children in the early intervention and preschool settings.EducationOffice for Exceptional ChildrenVisit Office for Exceptional Children Website1-877-644-6338This office oversees school districts and educational programs to improve results for students with disabilities.OklahomaEarly InterventionSooner StartVisit Sooner Start WebsiteSooner Start Early Intervention Program is designed to meet the needs of children with developmental delay or disability from birth to age 3. For more information, call the Joint Oklahoma Information Network at 211 or contact the nearest regional office listed.EducationThe Oklahoma State Department of Education, Special Education Services (OSDE-SES) is committed to providing guidance and support in order to promote excellence in education from infancy to adulthood for children with disabilities as outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA). interventionOregon’s Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) Services provides a seamless system to support the developmental and educational needs of children ages birth to five and their families. EI/ECSE programs ensure that children who qualify for special education receive a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) as required in the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). Rights OregonVisit Disability Rights Oregon WebsiteDisability Rights Oregon provides advocacy services for Oregonians who are having an issue with education, including special education and transition services.PennsylvaniaEarly InterventionPennsylvania Early Intervention ServicesVisit Pennsylvania Early Intervention Services Website1-800-692-7288Early Intervention provides supports and services for families with children birth to age 5 who have developmental delays and disabilities.EducationPennsylvania Department of EducationVisit Pennsylvania Department of Education Website1-800-879-2301The Department of Education oversees special education. Help for families and advocates for children with special needs can be obtained by calling the Consult Line.Rhode IslandEarly InterventionEarly Intervention ProvidersVisit RI Early Intervention Training & Technical Assistance Project WebsiteThe Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities, founded at Rhode Island College in 1993, is a University Center on Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, & Service. Areas of emphasis include Early Intervention and Education, Transition, Employment and Adult Life and Higher Education.Click to view Early Intervention ProvidersEducationRhode Island Department of Education (RIDE)Visit Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) Website1-401-222-8333Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) administers Special Education. The goal of Special Education is to improve the academic, social and post school success of students with disabilities ages 3 to 21. Students eligible for special education require specially designed instruction and related services as needed to meet their unique needs.View Rhode Island School DistrictsSouth CarolinaEarly InterventionDepartment of Education Preschool Program1-800-289-7012?–?For children ages 3-6Visit South Carolina Department of Education preschool program WebsiteEducationSouth Carolina Department of EducationVisit South Carolina Department of Education WebsiteA Parent Guide to Special Education ServicesVisit A Parent Guide to Special Education Services WebsiteSouth DakotaEarly interventionSD Birth to Three contributes to the success of children with developmental delays and their families by providing dynamic, individualized early intervention services and supports by building on family strengths through every day routines and learning experiences.The South Dakota Birth to Three Early Intervention Program serves children from birth to 36 months with developmental delays or disabilities and their families. the South Dakota Department of Education,?South Dakota Birth to Three, 800 Governors Drive, Pierre, SD 57501. (605) 773-3678 or 800-305-3064.EducationThe Navigator ProgramVisit The Navigator Program Website1-800-640-4553The Navigator Program, a partnership between the South Dakota Department of Education, Special Education Programs and South Dakota Parent Connection, provides individualized guidance to parents of children and youth with disabilities or special health care needs and school professionals at no cost.TennesseeEarly interventionThe Tennessee Early Intervention System (TEIS) is a program that provides services to children ages birth up to age three who have disabilities or other developmental delays. The TEIS program is a critically important program to supporting young children and their families to reach their optimal development. may make a referral to TEIS by:calling (800) 852-7157,completing our?online referral form, orcalling your local district office listed on the TEIS?main page.Education interventionWhat is ECI?Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) is a statewide program within the Texas Health and Human Services Commission for families with children birth up to age 3, with developmental delays, disabilities or certain?medical diagnoses?that may impact development. ECI services support families as they learn how to help their children grow and learn. interventionBaby Watch Early Intervention ProgramThe purpose of the Baby Watch Early Intervention Program (BWEIP) is to enhance early growth and development in infants and toddlers, who have developmental delays or disabilities or both, by providing individualized support and services to the child and their family.Early Intervention (EI) services are provided through a family coaching model that focuses on helping children meet goals in all areas of development. All services take place in the child’s natural environment (home, child care, etc.) and are tailored to meet the individual needs of the child and family.Contact Us(801) 273-2900 Main(800) 961-4226 Toll Free(385) 262-5909 Billingbabywatch@Monday thru Friday - 8 am to 5 pm InterventionChildren's Integrated Services (CIS)Visit Children’s Integrated Services (CIS) WebsiteChildren’s Integrated Services (CIS) offers early intervention, family support, and prevention services that help ensure the healthy development and well-being of children, pre-birth to age 5.? Services are available at low or no cost to families. Contact your local CIS Coordinator (below).Visit Children’s Integrated Services Coordinators WebsiteEducation (802) 828-1256.VirginiaEarly InterventionInfant and Toddler Connection of VirginiaVisit Infant and Toddler Connection of Virginia Website1-800-234-1448Infant and Toddler Connection of Virginia provides early intervention supports for infants and toddlers.Care Connection for ChildrenVisit Care Connection for Children Website1-804-827-1795Care Connection for Children is a statewide network of six regional programs that coordinates the health care, community support services and resources to children with special health care needs,?careconnect@mcvh-vcu.edu.?Education Superintendent for Special Education and Student Services,Phone 804-786-8079, Text Users Dial 711 (Virginia Relay)Directory of Private Day & Residential Schools for Students With Disabilities?(Word)Regional Special Education ProgramsDirectory of Local Special Education Directors?(Word)WashingtonEarly intervention intervention services are designed to enable children birth to 3 with developmental delays or disabilities to be active and successful during the early childhood years and in the future in a variety of settings—in their homes, in child care, in preschool or school programs, and in their communities.EducationOffice of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)Visit Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) Website1-360-725-6075OSPI fulfills the requirements of the federal Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which ensures that all children with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education.The ARC of Washington StateVisit The ARC of Washington State WebsiteThe ARC has information on conservatorship (known as Guardianship in Washington State). It is a legal proceeding in which an individual or agency is appointed by a court to be responsible for a person who needs assistance in activities of daily living. Check with your child’s high school and/or your county Superior Court Probate Office for information on Self Help Clinics. This process should start approximately 6 months before the 18th birthday.Washington Law HelpVisit Washington Law Help WebsiteWashington Law Help provides information on guardianship in Washington.West VirginiaEarly InterventionWest Virginia Birth to Three Program (WVBTT)Visit West Virginia Birth to Three Program (WVBTT) Website1-866-321-4728WVBTT is a statewide system of services and supports for children under age three who have a delay in their development, or may be at risk of having a delay, and their family. To refer your child, complete the WVBTT Referral Form and forward to the office that services your child’s location or call.View or Download the WVBTT ApplicationEducationWest Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) Office of Special EducationVisit West Virginia Department of Education (WVDE) Office of Special Education Website1-304-558-2696Visit WVDE Information on IEP’s WebsiteVisit the Office of Special Education Website?WisconsinEarly InterventionBirth to 3 ProgramVisit Birth to 3 Program WebsiteThe Birth to 3 Program is a federally mandated Early Intervention program to support families of children with developmental delays or disabilities under the age of three. To apply, contact your county Primary Point of Referral.EducationWisconsin Department of Public InstructionVisit Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction WebsiteWisconsin Department of Public Instruction’s Special Education Team oversees special education services?1-608-266-1781.Wisconsin Statewide Parent-Educator Initiative (WSPEI)Visit Wisconsin Statewide Parent-Educator Initiative (WSPEI) WebsiteWSPEI is a service for families, educators, and others interested in parent-educator partnerships for children with disabilities.? They support increased sharing of information among parents, schools, projects, organizations and agencies through networking meetings, conferences, person-to-person contact, and media.WyomingEarly InterventionEarly Intervention and Education ProgramVisit Early Intervention and Education Program Website1-307-777-6972Wyoming Department of Health Early Intervention and Education Program?ensures that services are provided to eligible children birth through 5 with Developmental Delays and disabilities.EducationSpecial Education Information?Visit Special Education Information Website1-307-777-3530kodi.gerhold@? ................
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