EARLY INTERVENTION
Early intervention is a system of services that helps children ages birth to three with developmental delays or disabilities. Early intervention focuses on helping eligible babies and toddlers learn the basic and brand-new skills that typically develop during the first three years of life, such as:
Physical (reaching, rolling, crawling, and walking)
Cognitive (thinking, learning, solving problems)
Communication (talking, listening, understanding)
Social/Emotional (playing, feeling secure and happy)
Self-help (eating, dressing)
Examples of early intervention services: If a child has a disability or a developmental delay in one or more of these developmental areas, that child will likely be eligible for early intervention services.
Assistive Technology (devices a child might need), Audiology or Hearing Services
Speech and Language Services, Counseling and Training for a Family Medical Services
Nursing Services, Nutrition Services
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy
Psychological Services
Services may also be provided to address the needs and priorities of the child’s family. Family-directed services are meant to help family members understand the special needs of their child and how to enhance his or her development.
Regional Early Intervention Programs Include:
Archway -Early Intervention ( Jackson and Perry counties) Archway LIFT program
(For more information on these programs see Children-Early Intervention )
(618) 549-4442 Ext 101
CFC #23 (Gallatin, Hamilton, Saline, White Co.)
W.O.V.S.E.D.
800 S. Division St.
PO Box 320
Norris City, IL 62869
1-800-463-2759
(618) 378-2171
For children 3 years and above, contact your local school district
Remember that developmental activities are tips are always available in the parenting section of the sifamilies.org website.
You are your child's first and most important teacher. If you have concerns about his/her development you should contact your physician or call 1-800-548-5563.
Archway -Early Intervention ( Jackson and Perry counties) Archway LIFT program
(For more information on these programs see Children-Early Intervention )
(618) 549-4442 Ext 101
CFC #23 (Gallatin, Hamilton, Saline, White Co.)
W.O.V.S.E.D.
800 S. Division St.
PO Box 320
Norris City, IL 62869
1-800-463-2759
(618) 378-2171
For children 3 years and above, contact your local school district
Remember that developmental activities are tips are always available in the parenting section of the sifamilies.org website.
You are your child's first and most important teacher. If you have concerns about his/her development you should contact your physician or call 1-800-548-5563.