who is eligible?

All children from birth through age three years are eligible. An initial evaluation will be completed by a service provider. If the child qualifies then a team evaluation will begin. the child's development is assessed by a team of specialists including an EI Specialist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech Therapist and Adapted Physical Education Specialist along with the child's family or family members. Eligibility for Early Intervention services is based on:

  • a significant delay in one or more areas of development compared to other children his/her age.
  • a diagnosed physical disability, hearing or vision loss.
  • know physical or mental conditions which have a high probability for developmental delays such as Down's Syndrome, Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy.