Services for Children 0-3
Early Intervention
This program embraces a family centered approach which ensures young children with disabilities and their families the supports and services necessary for a child’s growth and development. Families of children ages birth to three who have concerns about their child’s development are eligible to apply for this program. Anyone can make a referral for Early Intervention services by calling Help Me Grow at (740) 374-4954. Help Me Grow will contact our Early Intervention Department as appropriate.
Supports and services are unique to the needs of every family. When a family is referred for services, an evaluation for eligibility is completed. After eligibility is determined, each family receives a comprehensive assessment. From this assessment, an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) is formulated which targets the needs of the family and child. Early Intervention supports and services are provided to families within natural environments and routines by a primary service provider from your Early Intervention Team. Strategies used are designed to build upon the family’s strengths and wishes.
Your Early Intervention Team Consists of:
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A person working with each child and family that will help connect families to services and provide crucial “follow along” to monitor progress.
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Works with your child to meet both gross and fine motor skill milestones.
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Works with your child should they have a speech/communication delay or if there are issues with eating/swallowing.
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Works with your child on motor development, sensory processing, social interaction, and play.