Military Community & Family Policy

Educational Services for 

Students with Special Needs

EARLY INTERVENTION
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Table of Contents

The Education Directory for Children with Special Needs --------------------------4

Section 1: Suggested Uses ------------------------------------------------------------5

Early Intervention Directory (Birth-3) -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------5

Suggested Use of the Directory-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5

Limitations on Use of the Directory -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5

Section 2: Tools for a Smooth Transition--------------------------------------------6

Preparing for Your Move ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6

Suggestions to Consider Before You Leave Your Current Location -----------------------------------------------7

Sample Questions to Ask EI Providers ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------8

Sample Questions to Ask EFMP Family Support Staff ---------------------------------------------------------------9

Section 3: State Early Intervention System Summaries ---------------------------10

Overview----------------------------------------------10

AL ALABAMA---------------------------------------11

AK ALASKA------------------------------------------12

AZ ARIZONA----------------------------------------13

AR ARKANSAS--------------------------------------14

CA CALIFORNIA------------------------------------15

CO COLORADO-------------------------------------16

CT CONNECTICUT --------------------------------17

DE DELAWARE -------------------------------------18

DC DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA --------------------19

FL FLORIDA-----------------------------------------20

GA GEORGIA----------------------------------------21

HI HAWAII------------------------------------------22

ID IDAHO -------------------------------------------23

IL ILLINOIS -----------------------------------------24

IN INDIANA ----------------------------------------25

IA IOWA --------------------------------------------26

KS KANSAS -----------------------------------------27

KY KENTUCKY--------------------------------------28

LA LOUISIANA -------------------------------------29

ME MAINE ------------------------------------------30

MD MARYLAND-------------------------------------31

MA MASSACHUSETTS-----------------------------32

MI MICHIGAN--------------------------------------33

MN MINNESOTA -----------------------------------34

MS MISSISSIPPI-------------------------------------35

MO MISSOURI---------------------------------------36

MT MONTANA -------------------------------------37

NE NEBRASKA -------------------------------------38

NV NEVADA ----------------------------------------39

NH NEW HAMPSHIRE ----------------------------40

NJ NEW JERSEY------------------------------------41

NM NEW MEXICO----------------------------------42

NY NEW YORK--------------------------------------43

NC NORTH CAROLINA ---------------------------44

ND NORTH DAKOTA-------------------------------45

OH OHIO---------------------------------------------46

OK OKLAHOMA -----------------------------------47

OR OREGON ---------------------------------------48

PA PENNSYLVANIA--------------------------------49

RI RHODE ISLAND -------------------------------50

SC SOUTH CAROLINA ----------------------------51

SD SOUTH DAKOTA -------------------------------52

TN TENNESSEE-------------------------------------53

TX TEXAS--------------------------------------------54

UT UTAH---------------------------------------------55

VT VERMONT --------------------------------------56

VA VIRGINIA----------------------------------------57

WA WASHINGTON ---------------------------------58

WA WEST VIRGINIA--------------------------------59

WI WISCONSIN ------------------------------------60

WY WYOMING--------------------------------------61

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Section 4: Early Intervention Provider Profiles-------------------------------------62

State: First Listed District:

Alabama: Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services/EI ---------------------------------------63

Alaska: FOCUS-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------66

Arizona: Child and Family Resources----------------------------------------------------------------------69

Arkansas: Arkansas Department of Human Services----------------------------------------------------72

California: Alta California Regional Center -----------------------------------------------------------------73

Colorado: The Resource Exchange Early Intervention CO Programs --------------------------------89

Connecticut: Beacon Services of CT-----------------------------------------------------------------------------90

Delaware: Child Development Watch -----------------------------------------------------------------------92

Washington D.C.: Strong Start DC -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------93

Florida: Infants and Young Children of West Central Florida, Inc.---------------------------------94

Georgia: Babies Can’t Wait: Albany Southwest Health District -------------------------------------97

Hawaii: Department of Health Early Intervention Section------------------------------------------104

Idaho: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare ---------------------------------------------------105

Illinois: Child and Family Connections- Lake County Health Dept. -------------------------------106

Kansas: Geary County Infant and Toddler Services---------------------------------------------------108

Kentucky: First Steps- Pennyrile District Point of Entry -------------------------------------------------111

Louisiana: Early Steps (Families Helping Families) -------------------------------------------------------112

Maryland: Anne Arundel County Infants and Toddlers Program--------------------------------------115

Massachusetts: Community Healthlink Lipton EIP --------------------------------------------------------------118

Michigan: Early On Macomb Intermediate School District --------------------------------------------120

Mississippi: First Steps- Harrison County â€“ Biloxi Clinic -----------------------------------------------121

Missouri: Missouri First Steps-Region 9 -------------------------------------------------------------------123

Montana: Quality Life Concepts------------------------------------------------------------------------------124

Nebraska: Bellevue Schools------------------------------------------------------------------------------------125

Nevada: Nevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS) ---------------------------------------------------127

New Jersey: New Jersey Early Intervention System (NJEIS) ----------------------------------------------128

New Mexico: Family Infant Toddler (FIT) Program -----------------------------------------------------------129

New York: Jefferson County Community Services--------------------------------------------------------133

North Carolina: Elizabeth City Child Development Service Agency -----------------------------------------134

North Dakota: North Central Human Service Center ---------------------------------------------------------138

Ohio: Greene County Board of DD---------------------------------------------------------------------140

Oklahoma: Oklahoma County Sooner Start Program-----------------------------------------------------142

Rhode Island: Easter Seals RI---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------143

South Carolina: BabyNet ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------148

South Dakota: Birth to 3 Connections----------------------------------------------------------------------------152

Tennessee: TEIS (Tennessee’s Early Intervention System) -----------------------------------------------153

Texas: Betty Hardwick Early Childhood Intervention -----------------------------------------------154

Utah: Davis School District/Davis Early Intervention Early Learning Center -----------------165

Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of Arlington -------------------------------------------------167

Washington: Holly Ridge Center ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------177

Wisconsin: Wisconsin Department of Health- Birth to 3 ------------------------------------------------182

Wyoming: Early Intervention and Education Program --------------------------------------------------183

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The Education Directory for Children with Special Needs provides military families with children with special 

needs the information they need to make informed assignment decisions and easier transitions. 

The Education Directory consists of two components: 

• The Early Intervention Directory focusing on early intervention services for children birth-3 years old;

• The School Age Directory focusing on education services for 

children with special needs, 3-21 years of age. 

Both provide tools and resources to help with the transition to a new location. The Early Intervention 

Directory summarizes national and state level early intervention (EI) trends and includes descriptions of 

individual EI service providers. The School-Age Directory summarizes national and state level trends for special 

education and includes descriptions of individual school districts. 

The Education Directory for 

Children with Special Needs

Section 5: Trends & Resources -------------------------------------------------------184

National Trends---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------184

Early Intervention Resources----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------185

National Organizations------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------186

Government Agencies ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------188

Military Supports-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------189

Department of Defense Resources --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------189

Military-Related Resources------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------190

Glossary ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------191

Appendix A ------------------------------------------------------------------------------193

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Section 1: Suggested Uses

Early Intervention Directory (Birth-3)

Relocating to a new assignment and community can be exciting and challenging, particularly for military 

families with infants and toddlers with special needs. The Early Intervention Directory for Children with Special 

Needs will help you experience a smooth transition by providing practical suggestions and information about 

early intervention services. Included are 

• Descriptions of each state’s EI system and related resources (Section 2);

• Early intervention (EI) service provider profiles and contact information (Section 2);

• Tools for helping you and your child make a smooth transition to a new EI provider (Section 3);

• Links to national resource agencies (Section 4);

• Summaries of national EI service trends (Section 4).

The fifteen states with the highest number of assigned military personnel were selected for inclusion in the 

Directory. However, the suggestions and tools included here will be helpful to all families with young children 

with special needs transferring to any domestic location. The Directory supplements the information available 

at MILITARY HOMEFRONT’s EFMP page (http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/tf/efmp).

Suggested Use of the Directory

The Directory is organized to help you quickly obtain the information you need to make decisions for your child 

with special needs. The Directory will enable you to:

1. Use the Tools for a Smooth Transition in Section 2 to minimize the impact of relocation;

2. Review of EI systems and resources in each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia;

3. Identify and learn about the EI provider serving your new location;

4. Understand national EI issues and service trends; and,

5. Access additional EI resources including those specifically designed for military families.

Limitations on Use of the Directory

When using the Directory, please keep in mind that:

1. The information was collected from a wide range of sources. Although accuracy was 

a priority, the most current information will come from contacting or asking your 

current early intervention service coordinator to contact your new provider. 

2. The practices listed in the individual provider profiles are meant only to describe 

services they are currently providing and do not guarantee that a child will receive a 

particular intervention or methodology. Services are individually determined by the 

Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) Team, including the child’s parents.
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Section 2: Tools for a Smooth Transition

Preparing for Your Move

Below are suggestions for making the transition to a new Early Intervention (EI) provider easier for your child. 

The service coordinator with whom your family currently works will be able to contact your new provider 

before you leave your current location and help make sure all necessary preparations are completed, including 

identifying payment options if a fee for services is charged by the new provider. EI services that are typically 

provided free of charge include 

• Child Find (promoting awareness of EI services);

• Evaluations and Assessments to determine eligibility;

• Service Coordination;

• Development, Review and Evaluation of Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP); and,

• Implementation of Procedural Safeguards.

To help track your activities and progress, a reproducible Checklist of the steps below is provided in Appendix A 

for your convenience.
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Section 2: Tools for a Smooth Transition

Suggestions to Consider Before You Leave Your Current Location

1. Review general information about your new location at MilitaryHOMEFRONT’s 

Military Installations page (http://www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil/).

2. Notify your current service coordinator that you will be leaving and where you 

will be going so he/she can begin preparing for your transition. 

3. Use a 3-ring binder or other type of notebook to organize your 

child’s records and other pertinent information;

4. Make sure you have paper copies of your child’s:

• Most recent eligibility report that indicates your child is eligible for EI services;

• Current IFSP and any progress reports, including service summaries from speech/

language therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, etc.

• Medical reports and developmental history;

• Inoculation records;

• Prescriptions for medications including dosages.

NOTE: States often have different eligibility criteria for services and your child’s eligibility for services may have to 

be re-evaluated when you arrive in your new location. Having the above information with you will help the new 

provider make the eligibility determination in a timely fashion. 

5. Together with your child’s service coordinator, write a brief summary of your child’s current program to 

share with the new provider. A convenient reproducible form you can use is provided in Appendix A;

6. Use the descriptions of the providers in Section 4 to identify the EI provider 

at your new location and learn more about the agency;

7. Give your current EI provider the contact information (phone, e-mail) of 

the new EI provider to facilitate the transfer of information;

8. Keep the name and contact information (phone, e-mail) of your child’s current EI coordinator 

in case you or the new EI provider have questions after you arrive at your new location;

9. Contact the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) to learn more about EI services at your new 

location. A list of sample questions is provided below and can be printed for your convenience.

10. Ask your current service coordinator to contact the EI provider at your new location to learn more 

about their eligibility requirements and services. A list of suggested questions is provided below.

11. When you talk with someone regarding your child’s transition, write down the time, 

date, and person to whom you spoke, as well as some brief notes. A reproducible 

worksheet developed by the National Dissemination Center for Children with 

Disabilities (NICHCY) is included in Appendix A for your convenience.

12. Review your EI rights under Part C of IDEA. Examples of parental rights and safeguards 

under IDEA from various states are available from the National Early Childhood Technical 

Assistance Center (http://www.nectac.org/topics/procsafe/stateonlineC.asp). Your 

current service coordinator can also answer any questions you may have.
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Section 2: Tools for a Smooth Transition

Sample Questions to Ask EI Providers

Below are examples of questions that your current service coordinator may want to ask your new service 

provider to help prepare for your transition to the new location. It may be helpful to discuss these questions 

with your current service coordinator before contacting the new provider to help ensure all necessary 

information is obtained. 

1. Whom should I contact at your agency when we arrive?

2. What release of information forms should I sign before leaving my current location?

3. What consent and release of information forms will I need to sign when I arrive?

4. What are your eligibility criteria for EI services?

5. Could I fax/e-mail you a copy of my child’s eligibility report and IFSP to help you prepare for his/

her arrival? To whom should I send it and what number/e-mail address should I use?

6. The parts of my child’s IFSP that works really well are (insert 

information). Does your staff have experience doing this?

7. What type of service model does your agency use (dedicated 

service, integrated team, primary service person)?

8. If there is a fee for services, can you provide a copy of the fee scale or show me where to find it online?

9. Do you bill Medicaid, private insurance, or TRICARE for services that are provided?

10. If my child requires transportation, how will that be provided and coordinated?

11. Is there a local support group for families with children with EI needs? If yes, how do I connect with 

it? What other area resources are available for families that have children with special needs?

12. Whom should I contact if I have questions about my child’s program?

13. What opportunity will I have to talk with the staff about what 

has been successful for my child in the past?

14. What other suggestions do you have for us regarding our transition?
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Section 2: Tools for a Smooth Transition

Sample Questions to Ask EFMP Family Support Staff

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Family Support Staff are a valuable resource for information 

about services available in the community and on the installation. Below are some questions to consider 

asking them.

1. What kinds of support do you provide to military families with young children with special needs?

2. Is there a support group for families with children with special needs, including infants and toddlers?

3. Are there resources at the installation or in the community that would be 

helpful for families that have young children with special needs?

4. Could you provide me with the Exceptional Family Member Program contact information?
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Section 3: State Early Intervention System Summaries

Overview

This section outlines the early intervention (EI) systems for each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia 

using the following categories:

1. Lead Agency: Lists the state agency responsible for overseeing EI services in that state;

2. Eligibility Criteria: Summarizes the state’s eligibility requirements for EI services;

3. Number of Children Served: Provides the number of children reported for the 

2010 childcount submitted to the U.S. Department of Education;

4. Support Service Structure: Describes the statewide program for providing EI services;

5. Initial Family Contact: Indicates the agency a family should initially contact to obtain EI services;

6. Services for At-Risk Children: Describes resources for children with 

developmental concerns who are not eligible for EI services;

7. Family Cost Participation: Indicates whether a state requires families to pay a fee for EI services;

8. Insurance Coverage for ASD: Indicates whether a state requires insurers to pay 

for some services specifically related to autism spectrum disorder (ASD);

9. PTI Center: Lists the agency(s) designated as the statewide Parent Training 

and Information Center by the U.S. Dept. of Education;

10. EC School Information: Provides suggestions for obtaining information 

about school-age services for children ages 3-5 years old;

11. State EI Resources: Indicates where to access the central information 

directory for EI that each state is required to maintain;

For your convenience, individual webpage addresses have also been included that will link you to additional 

information and resources. 
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AL ALABAMA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: AL’s Early Intervention System

(AEIS) is a division of the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services. 

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of at least 25 percent in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Diagnosed condition that will likely result in a developmental delay. 

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: AL reported 2,993 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: AEIS has 7 district offices that coordinate local EI Services. 

Locations and contact information are available at District Offices.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the AEIS Child Find Office at 1-800-543-3098.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below. 

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: AL enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See AL Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Alabama Parent Education Center is AL’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the local service teams, and the parent agency listed above. Additional 

information may be obtained by contacting the

AL Department of Education

Phone: (334) 242-8114

XI. State EI Resources: More information and resources are available at Resource Library.
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AK ALASKA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: AK’s Infant Learning Program (AK 

ILP) is part of the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a 

a. Developmental delay of 50% or equivalent standard deviations in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Physical/mental conditions that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay. 

c. See Draft Policies and Procedures for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: AK reported 810 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: The AK ILP state office monitors and supports 

the EI services provided by a network of Local Providers.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may call 1-877-477-3659 for information regarding EI services. 

Families may also contact their local provider using contact information found at Local Providers.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be asked to pay 

a fee for some services, using a sliding fee schedule. Public and private insurance may be 

accessed under certain conditions. The local service teams will provide more information.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: AK enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See AK Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Stone Soup Group is AK’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the local service teams, and the parent agency listed above. Additional 

information may also be obtained by contacting the

AK Department of Education and Early Development

Phone: (907) 465-8702

XI. State EI Resources: More information and resources may be obtained at 

Resources and the comprehensive Where To Turn manual. 
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AZ ARIZONA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: The Arizona Early Intervention Program

(AzEIP) is located within the Arizona Department of Economic Security. 

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a 

a. Developmental delay of more than 50% for their chronological 

age in one or more developmental areas; or an

b. Established condition with a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay. 

c. See AzEIP Eligibility for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: AZ reported 5,100 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: The state AzEIP staff monitors and support the services provided 

by a network of local providers. AzEIP uses a primary service provider model with coaching 

provided by other team members. More information is available at Team-Based Model.

V. Initial Family Contact: The local AzEIP offices serve as the initial point of contact 

for families. Contact information is available at Referral Information.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources 

to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent 

agency below or First Things First, a statewide program supporting children birth to 5.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be asked 

to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed under 

certain conditions. More information is available at Family Cost Participation.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: AZ enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See AZ Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Raising Special Kids is AZ’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for 

children ages 3-5 is available from the local school district, the local AzEIP agency, and the PTI. 

Additional information is available at AZ Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

XI. AZ Department of Education

Phone: (602) 364-1948

XII. State EI Resources: A central directory of information and resources 

related to EI services is available at Resource Directory. 
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AR ARKANSAS

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: AR’s First Connections

program is part of the Department of Human Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a:

a. Developmental delay of 25% or more of their chronological age in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Medical diagnosis that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. See Policies and Procedures (starting on p. 18) for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: AR reported 3,130 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: The First Connections state staff monitors and supports 

the services provided by a network of local service providers. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may call the toll free First Connections 

Family Help and Information Line at 1-800-643-8258.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available 

resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also 

contact the parent agency below or the Help and Information Line at 1-800-643-8258.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: AR enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See AR Insurance for more details

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Arkansas Disability Coalition is 

AR’s PTI. Additional support for families in Benton, Carroll, Madison and Washington 

counties is provided by the Northwest Arkansas Community Parent Center. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the 

AR State Department of Education

Phone: (501) 682-4225

XI. State EI Resources: Families may call the Family Help and Information Line at 

1-800-643-8258 to obtain more information regarding EI resources. 
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CA CALIFORNIA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: CA’s Early Start program is administered by 

the Department of Developmental Services (CDDS), Children and Family Services Branch:

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 33% in one or more developmental areas and are under 24 months of age 

at the time of referral or are 24 months of age or older at the time of referral with a 50% delay 

in one area of development or a 33% delay in two or more areas of development; or an

b. Established risk condition with a high probability of resulting in delayed development.

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more information. 

III. Number of Children Served: CA reported 33,737 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: CDDS monitors and supports the services provided by a network of Regional 

Centers. Additional support is provided through 47 Family Resource Centers (FRC) that are staffed by 

parents of children with special needs and provide information and parent-to-parent support. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may call 1-800-515-BABY (2229) or 

contact the Regional Center serving their area: 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agencies below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be asked 

to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed under 

certain conditions. See Family Cost Participation for more information. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: CA enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See CA Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center(s): CA has three types of family support groups: 

X. 6 PTI Centers;

XI. 5 Community Parent Resource Centers (CPRCs) that provide support 

for parents from under-represented populations; and

XII. 14 Family Empowerment Centers (FECs) which include the 7 PTIs: 

XIII. Organizational information and contacts are provided at CA Parent Organizations:

XIV. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 

is available from the local school district, family resource centers, and the parent agencies listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Special Education or by contacting the

CA Department of Education

Phone: (916) 327-3702

XV. State EI Resources: A comprehensive listing of EI resources is available at EI Resources.
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CO COLORADO

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: CO’s Early Intervention Colorado (EIC) program is 

administered by the Department of Human Services, Division for Developmental Disabilities.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a:

a. Developmental delay of 25% or more (based on chronological age) or a delay of 1.5 standard 

deviations or more below the mean in one or more developmental areas; or an 

b. Established physical or mental condition that has a high probability 

of resulting in a significant delay in development. 

c. See Eligibility Information for more information. 

III. Number of Children Served: CO reported 5,989 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of Community-Centered Boards (CCB) coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact their local CCB using the CCB Directory.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below. 

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public or private 

insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. See Family Cost for more information.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: CO enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See CO Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Centers: The Peak Parent Center is CO’s statewide PTI 

with additional support provided by the Denver Metro Community Parent Resource Center.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the local service teams, and the parent agencies listed above. Additional 

information is available at Early Childhood Initiatives or by contacting the

CO Department of Education

Phone: (303) 866-6720

XI. State EI Resources: A comprehensive listing of EI resources for families is provided at Parent/Family Resources. 
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CT CONNECTICUT 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: CT’s Birth to Three (B23) 

system is part of the Department of Developmental Services. 

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 2 standard deviations in one developmental 

area or 1.5 standard deviations in two or more areas; or a 

b. Medical condition that is expected to lead to a developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Information for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: CT reported 4,410 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count. 

IV. Support Service Structure: The B23 system monitors and supports a network of B23 Local Providers.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the Child Development INFOLINE at 800-505-7000.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available 

resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may 

also contact the parent agency below or the INFOLINE at 1-800-505-7000. 

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be 

asked to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed 

under certain conditions. More details are available at Parent Fees.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: CT enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See CT Insurance for more details. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: CPAC is CT’s statewide PTI. Additional 

support is provided by AFCAMP-Harvard, New Haven CPRC.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the parent agencies listed above. Additional information is available 

from Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

CT Department of Education

Phone: (860) 713-6941

XI. State EI Resources: A comprehensive listing of EI resources is provided at Parent/Family Resources.
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DE DELAWARE 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: DE’s Child Development Watch

(CDW) is part of the Department of Health and Social Services. 

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 25% or 1.75 standard deviations in one or more developmental areas; or an

b. Established condition with a high probability of developmental delay. 

c. See Eligibility Information for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: DE reported 3,013 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: The CDW system has two offices which coordinate EI services in DE’s three counties. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact the CDW office serving the county in which they reside:

VI. New Castle County: University Plaza - Chopin Building - (302) 283-7240 OR 1-800-671-0050

VII. Kent/Sussex County: Milford Walnut Street Building - (302) 424-7300 OR 1-800-752-9393

VIII. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

IX. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

X. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: DE enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See DE Insurance for more details.

XI. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Parent Information Center of Delaware is DE’s PTI. 

XII. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the parent agency listed above. Additional information is available at 

Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

DE Department of Education

Phone: (302) 735-4295

XIII. State EI Resources: More information and resources describing early 

intervention services in DE are available at CDW Information.
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DC DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: DC’s Strong Start is part 

of the Office of the State Superintendent of Education.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: According to Strong Start’s Proposed Part C Rules

(starting on p. 8), children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 50% in one developmental area or 25% in two or more areas; or a 

b. Physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

III. Number of Children Served: DC reported 467 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count. 

IV. Support Service Structure: Strong Start staff oversees a network of 

service providers to deliver early intervention services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Parents may call the DC EIP Child Find Hotline at (202) 727-

3665 for more information about services or to make a referral. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. More information is 

available from the Strong Start local teams or by calling the Hotline at 202-727-3665.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: DC has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Advocates for Justice and Education is DC’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the parent agency listed above. Additional information is available 

from Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

DC Office of the State Superintendent for Education

Phone: (202) 741-5098

XI. State EI Resources: A comprehensive listing of EI resources for families is provided at Central Directory.
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FL FLORIDA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: FL’s Early Steps program is part of the Department of Health: 

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a 

a. Developmental delay that meets or exceeds 2.0 standard deviations in one or more 

developmental areas or 1.5 standard deviations in two or more areas; or an

b. Established condition that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay. 

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more information. 

III. Number of Children Served: FL reported 12,036 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of Regional Offices coordinates local EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact the Regional Office

that serves their location or call (800) 654-4440.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agencies below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: FL enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See FL Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center(s): FL has 4 PTI agencies:

a. Central Florida Parent Center (serves 30 counties in central and northeast Florida);

b. Parent Education Network Project (serves Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, 

Monroe, Collier, Lee, Hendry, Martin, and Glades counties)

c. Parent to Parent of Miami Inc. (serves Miami, Dade and Monroe counties)

d. Parents of the Panhandle Information Network (serves Northwest 

Florida from Escambia County to Alachua County).

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the local service teams, and the parent agencies listed above. Additional 

information is available from Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

FL Department of Education

Phone: (850) 245-0478

XI. State Resources: A comprehensive list of state and local resources is 

available at Central Directory or by calling (800) 654-4440.
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GA GEORGIA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: GA’s Babies Can’t Wait

(BCW) is part of the Department of Public Health (DPH):

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 2 standard deviations in one or more developmental 

areas or at least 1.5 standard deviations in two or more areas; or an

b. Established risk of developmental delay due to a diagnosed physical or mental condition.

c. Please call BCW at 1-800-229-2038 lease for more information or refer 

to the Category 1 Conditions List for eligible diagnoses. 

III. Number of Children Served: GA reported 7,309 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count. 

IV. Support Service Structure: BCW operates 18 District Offices that coordinate EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact Children 1st which will refer 

them to appropriate programs to meet their children’s needs. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on 

available resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. 

Families may also contact Children 1st and the parent agency listed below. 

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be asked to pay 

a fee for some services. More details are available at Family Cost Participation. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: GA has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Parent to Parent of Georgia Inc. is GA’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the local BCW office, and the parent agency listed above. Additional 

information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

GA Department of Education

Phone: (404) 657-9965

XI. State EI Resources: Comprehensive and resource listings are available 

at Resource Directory or by calling (800) 229-2038.
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HI HAWAII

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: HI’s Department of Health, 

Early Intervention Section (EIS) is the lead agency for EI services:

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay in one or more areas as determined by a multi-disciplinary team; or a 

b. Diagnosed physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. See HI EI Eligibility for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: HI reported 1,846 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count. 

IV. Support Service Structure: EIS staff monitors and support a network of service providers. 

V. Initial Family Contact: H-KISS (Hawaii Keiki Information Service System) is the initial contact 

for families (808-594-0066 for Oahu or 1-800-235-5477 for Neighbor Islands).

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available 

resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact 

the parent agency below. Families may also contact H-KISS or the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: HI has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Learning Disabilities Association of Hawaii is HI’s PTI. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding early childhood education services for 

children ages 3-5 is available from the local school, H-KISS, and the parent agency listed above. Additional 

information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

HI Department of Education

Phone: (808) 203-5560

XI. State EI Resources: Parents should contact H-KISS for information on additional resources. 
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ID IDAHO

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: ID’s Infant Toddler Program

(ITP) is part of the Department of Health and Welfare.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 30 percent below age norms or six months behind other 

children the same age in one or more developmental areas; or an

b. Established condition that usually results in a developmental delay. 

c. See Eligibility Categories for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: ID reported 2,280 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: ITP has 7 Regional Offices located within three hubs that coordinate local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the ITP Central Office at (208) 334-

5514 or one of the ITP Regional Offices for information or to make a referral.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: ID has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Idaho Parents Unlimited is ID’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, regional ITP offices, and the parent agency listed above. Additional 

information is available at ID Special Education or by contacting the

ID Department of Education

Phone: (208) 332-6908

XI. State EI Resources: Information describing additional resources and support is available 

at Early Childhood Information Clearinghouse and Programs and Services.
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IL ILLINOIS

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: IL’s Bureau of Early 

Intervention is part of the Department of Human Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a 

a. Developmental delay of 30% or greater in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. A physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay. 

c. See Eligibility Information, starting at p. 6424 for more information (current rule 

is being amended but eligibility criteria not expected to change).

III. Number of Children Served: IL reported 19,436 infants and toddlers for its 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of EI Providers throughout the state provides EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the EI Central Office at (217) 782-1981, 

option 1 or one of the Providers for information or to make a referral.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available 

resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact 

the parent agency below or review the Early Childhood Information Clearinghouse.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be 

asked to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed 

under certain conditions. More information is available at Family Cost.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: IL enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See IL Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Family Matters is IL’s statewide PTI. The Family 

Resource Center on Disabilities provides support for families in the Chicago metropolitan area.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the parent agencies listed above. Additional information is available 

at Early Childhood Education or by contacting

IL Department of Education 

Phone: (217) 524-4835

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Central Directory. 
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IN INDIANA 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: IN’s First Steps program is 

part of the Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 25% or 2 standard deviations from the mean in one or more developmental 

areas or 20% or 1.5 standard deviations from the mean in two or more areas; or a 

b. Physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay. 

c. See Eligibility Information for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: IN reported 9,082 infants and toddlers for its 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: First Steps has 10 Regional Offices that coordinate the provision of EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the First Step Office for 

their area or contact the state office at 1-800-545-7763.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be asked to pay a 

fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. 

More information is available from the First Step offices or at Cost Participation.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: IN enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See IN Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: In*Source is IN’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the parent agency listed above. Additional information is available at 

Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

IN Department of Education

Phone: (317) 232-0566

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Central Directory.
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IA IOWA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: IA’s Early Access is part of the Department of Education.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 25 percent or more in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Condition or disability known to have a high probability of resulting in later developmental delays.

c. Please call 1-888-425-4371 for more information. 

III. Number of Children Served: IA reported 3,502 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: Early Access has 9 Regional Offices that coordinate EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families can call the Early Access state office at 1-888-

425-4371 or the Early Access Regional Office for their area.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be asked to pay a fee 

for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: IA enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See IA Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Access for Special Kids (ASK) is IA’s PTI. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the parent agency listed above. Additional information is available at 

Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

IA Department of Education

Phone: (515) 281-5502

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are provided at Early Access Resources.
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KS KANSAS 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: KS’s Infant-Toddler Services

(ITS) is part of the Department of Health and Environment:

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 25% or 1.5 standard deviations or more in one or more 

developmental areas or at least 20% or 1 standard deviation in 2 or more areas; or a

b. Diagnosed mental or physical condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delays. 

c. See ITS Eligibility for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: KS reported 4,297 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of ITS Providers coordinates local EI services. . 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact their ITS Provider or the ITS state office at 800 332-6262. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation Families are not required to pay for services: Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: KS enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See KS Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Families Together Inc. is KS’s PTI. 

Additional support is provided by the KS Parent Information Resource Center.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the parent agencies listed above. Additional information is available 

at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

KS Department of Education 

Phone: (785) 296-1944

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are 

available at EI Resources or Kansas Resource Guide.
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KY KENTUCKY

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: KY’s First Steps program is part of the Department for Health.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay greater than 2 standard deviations in one or more developmental 

areas or 1.5 standard deviations in two or more skill areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition with high a probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. For more detailed information, see KY EI Policies & Procedures (starting on p. 44).

III. Number of Children Served: KY reported 4,453 infants and toddlers for its 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of regional offices called Points of Entry (POE) coordinate local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the statewide First Steps office at (877) 417-8377 or 

the POE serving their area. Locations and contact information are available at POE Directory.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be asked 

to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed under 

certain conditions. More information is available at Family Cost Share.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: KY enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See KY Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The KY Special Parent Involvement Network is KY’s PTI. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the POEs, and the parent agency listed above. Additional information is 

available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

KY Department of Education

Phone: (502) 564-7056

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Central Directory.
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LA LOUISIANA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: LA’s Early Steps program 

is part of the Department of Health and Hospitals:

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a 

a. Developmental delay of at least 1.5 standard deviations in two or more developmental areas; or an

b. Established medical condition associated with developmental delays. 

c. More detailed information is available at Early Steps Eligibility. 

III. Number of Children Served: Louisiana (LA) reported 4013 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of 10 System Point of Entry (SPOE) offices coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact the SPOE serving their location, which can be 

identified by calling 1-866-327-5978 or through the SPOE Directory. Families may also contact the 

state Early Steps office at (225) 342-0095 or the Regional Coordinator serving their location. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below. 

VII. Family Cost Participation: As of July 2013, families are not required to pay for services. Public 

insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. However, LA is considering moving to 

a family fee structure so families should contact their SPOE for current information.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: LA enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See LA Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The LA Parent Training and Information Center is LA’s statewide 

PTI. The Pyramid Community Parent Resource Center supports families in the New Orleans metro area.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the SPOEs, and the parent agencies listed above. Additional information 

is provided at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the 

LA Department of Education

Phone: (225) 342-3647

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are provided at EI Resources. 
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ME MAINE 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: ME’s Child Development 

Services (CDS) is part of the Department of Education.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a 

a. Developmental delay of at least 1.5 standard deviations in two or more developmental 

areas or at least 2.0 standard deviations in one of the five developmental area; or a

b. Diagnosed physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.

c. For more details see ME Eligibility Criteria (p.71).

III. Number of Children Served: ME reported 953 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: CDS has 9 Regional Offices that coordinate local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the Regional CDS Office that 

serves their area or the state CDS office at (207) 624-6600. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: As of July 2013, families are not required to pay for services. Public or private 

insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. However, CDS is in the process of developing 

a fee system so families should check with their regional CDS office for updated information.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: ME enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See ME Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Maine Parent Federation is ME’s PTI. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 

is available from the local school district, the regional CDS offices, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting CDS at (207) 624-6660.

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are provided at Central Directory.
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MD MARYLAND

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: MD’s Infant and Toddlers 

Program (MITP) is part of the Department of Education.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of at least 25 percent in one or more developmental areas; or

b. Demonstrate atypical development or behavior which interferes with current 

development, and is likely to result in subsequent delay; or a

c. Diagnosed physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.

d. The criteria above are taken from Draft Eligibility Definitions, starting on p. 5, which took effect July 1, 2013. 

III. Number of Children Served: MD reported 7,478 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count:

IV. Support Service Structure: The state MITP office utilizes 24 local ITP Offices to provide EI services: 

V. Initial Family Contact:: Families should contact the ITP office that serves their 

area. Locations and contact information are provided at ITP Offices. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children:: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation:: Families are not required to pay for services. Public insurance may be 

accessed under certain conditions. Families should contact their local ITP for more information.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services:: MD has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center:: Parents’ Place of Maryland MD’s PTI. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information:: Information regarding school services for children 

ages 3-5 is available from the local school district, the ITP offices, and the parent agency listed 

above. Additional information is available at MD Preschool Services or by calling (410) 767-0234.

XI. State EI Resources:: Additional information and resources are available at EI Resources. 
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MA MASSACHUSETTS

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services:: MA’s EI Program is 

part of the Department of Health and Human Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services:: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 30% or 1.5 standard deviations in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Diagnosed medical condition with a relatively well known expectation for a developmental delay.

c. See MA EI Eligibility for more details.

III. Number of Children Served:: MA estimated a child count of 16,000 infants and toddlers for 2012.

IV. Support Service Structure:: MA utilizes a network of Local Providers to coordinate EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact:: Families may call the statewide Central Directory at 1-800-

905-8437 or contact the Local Provider serving their location.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children:: The local service teams will provide information on available 

resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may 

also contact the parent agency below or MA Family Ties for more information.

VII. Family Cost Participation:: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. Families may 

contact their local providers or MA Family Ties for more information.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services:: MA enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See MA Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center:: The Federation for Children with Special Needs

is MA’s statewide PTI. Urban Pride provides additional support for families in Boston. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information:: Information about education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, local service providers, and the parent agencies listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Education & Care or by contacting the

MA Department of Education

Phone: (781) 338-3372

XI. State EI Resources:: Additional information and resources are provided at the Parent Leadership Project.
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MI MICHIGAN

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services:: MI’s Early On is coordinated by the Department of Education.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services:: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 20% or 1 standard deviation in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay. 

c. For more details, see Early On Eligibility.

III. Number of Children Served:: MI reported 4,514 infants and toddlers for its 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure:: Early On utilizes a network of Local Coordinators to provide EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact:: Families may call 800-327-5966 or visit the Early On website to submit 

an online referral. Families may also contact the Local Coordinators serving their location.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children:: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation:: Families are not required to pay for services. 

Public insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services:: MI enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See MI Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center:: The Michigan Alliance for Families is MI’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information:: Information about education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, the local service teams, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

Office of Great Start: Phone: (517) 373-8483

MI Department of Education: Phone: (517) 241-4520.

XI. State EI Resources:: Additional information and resources are provided at Central Directory.
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MN MINNESOTA 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services:: MN’s Help Me Grow is part of the Department of Health.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services:: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 1.5 standard deviations or more in a developmental area; or a

b. Diagnosed physical or mental condition or disorder with a high probability of resulting in a delay.

c. For more details, see Eligibility Criteria or call 651-201-3641.

III. Number of Children Served:: MN reported 19,492 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure:: Help Me Grow utilizes a network of local 

providers that coordinate EI services for families. 

V. Initial Family Contact:: Families may contact Help Me Grow at 866-

693-4769 or complete the Online Referral Form. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children:: The local service teams will be able to provide 

information about available resources for families with children who are not eligible 

for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation:: Core services are provided at no cost to families. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services:: MN enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See MN Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center:: The Pacer Center is MN’s statewide PTI. 

Additional support for the St. Paul area is provided by discapacitados abriendose caminos. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information:: Information about education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, the local providers, and the parent agencies listed above. 

Additional information is available at Preschool Education or by contacting the 

MN Department of Education

Phone: (651) 582-8473

XI. State EI Resources:: Additional information and resources are available at Family Resources.
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MS MISSISSIPPI

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services:: MS’s First Steps

program is located within the Department of Health.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services:: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 33% in one developmental area or a 25% delay in two or more areas; or a

b. Diagnosed physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.

c. Call (601) 576-7816 for more information.

III. Number of Children Served:: MS reported 2,122 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure:: First Steps utilizes a network of local providers grouped by 

district. Locations and contact information are available at District Coordinators.

V. Initial Family Contact:: Families may contact their County Health Office, call 800-451-3903 

or contact their District Coordinators for more information or to make a referral.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children:: The local service teams will provide information on available resources for 

families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency below.

VII. Family Cost Participation:: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services:: MS has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center:: The MS Parent Training and Information Center is MS’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information:: Information about education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, the district coordinators, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

MS Department of Education

Phone: (601) 359-3498

XI. State EI Resources:: Additional information and resources is provided through the Resource Library.
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MO MISSOURI

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: MO’s First Steps is part of 

the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have

a. Newborn conditions diagnosed at birth or within 30 days post birth;

b. Diagnosed conditions; or a 

c. Developmental delay defined as a child functioning at half the developmental level that 

would be expected for a child developing within normal limits and of equal age. 

d. For more detailed eligibility information see First Steps Eligibility.

III. Number of Children Birth to 3 Served: MO reported 4,999 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: First Steps uses a network of agencies called 

System Points of Entry (SPOE) to coordinate local EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact the SPOE serving their region 

or call the statewide information line at (866) 583-2392.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be 

asked to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed 

under certain conditions. More details are available at Family Cost. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: MO enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See MO Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Missouri Parents Act is MO’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information about education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, the SPOE, and the parent agency listed above. Additional 

information is available at Early Learning or by contacting the

MO Department of Elementary & Secondary Education

Phone: (573) 751-4909

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are provided at EI Resources.
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MT MONTANA 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: MT’s Early Intervention Services

program is part of the Department of Public Health and Human Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 50% in one developmental area or 25% in two or more areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.

c. See MT Eligibility Criteria (p.24 and after) for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: MT reported 729 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of regional Developmental Disability 

Program (DDP) offices coordinates local EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact the Regional DDP Office for their location.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: MT enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See MT Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Parents, Let’s Unite for Kids is MT’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, the region DDP offices, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

MT Office of Public Instruction

Phone: (406) 444-0452

XI. State EI Resources: Families may contact the parent agency above which manages the Central 

Directory. Additional information and resources is available at First Steps: A Parent Handbook.
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NE NEBRASKA 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: NE’s Early Development Network-Babies Can’t Wait 

(EDN) is a collaboration of the Nebraska Departments of Education and Health and Human Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 2 standard deviations in one developmental area 

or at least 1.3 standard deviations in two or more areas; or a 

b. Physical or medical condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.

c. Contact EDN at 402-471-2471 for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: NE reported 1,485 infants and toddlers served for its 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of Early Childhood Planning Region Teams coordinates local EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact EDN at 402-471-2471/888-

806-628 or the Regional Team serving their area.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. 

Public insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: NE has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: PTI-Nebraska is NE’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding education services for children 3-5 

years of age is available from the local school district, the regional teams, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

NE Department of Education

Phone: (402) 471-4319

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at EI Resources. 
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NV NEVADA 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: NV’s Early Intervention Services

(NEIS) is located within the Department of Health and Social Services. 

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 50% in one developmental area or 25% in two or more areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Guidelines, starting at p. 24, for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: NV reported 2,553 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: NEIS has 3 Regional Offices that coordinate local EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may call the Project ASSIST statewide referral line 

at 1-800-522-0066 or contact the Regional Office for their location.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service team will provide information about available resources for 

families whose children are not eligible for services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: NV enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See NV Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Parents Encouraging Parents is NV’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information about education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, the regional teams, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

NV Department of Education

Phone: (702) 486-6460

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are 

available by calling Project ASSIST at 800-522-0066. 
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NH NEW HAMPSHIRE 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: NH’s EI program is part of Family Centered Early 

Supports & Services (FCESS), located within the Department of Health and Human Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 33% or more in one or more developmental areas; or a 

b. Diagnosed physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay;

c. Atypical behaviors or indications of being at-risk for developing a delay.

d. See Eligibility Criteria for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: NH reported 1,815 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: EI services are provided by a network of Regional Providers. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact their regional provider, the Family Resource 

Connection, or FCESS. Contact information is found at Service Contacts.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information about available 

resources for parents of children who are not eligible for EI services, including the Watch 

Me Grow program. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: NH enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See NH Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Parent Information Center of NH is NH’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information about education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, the regional teams, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

NH Department of Education

Phone: (603) 271-2178

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are provided at Family Resource Connection.
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NJ NEW JERSEY

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: NJ’s Early Intervention 

System (NJEIS) is part of the Department of Health.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of at least 2.0 standard deviations in one developmental 

area or 1.5 standard deviations in two or more areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.

c. See EI Eligibility for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: NJ Reported 10,066 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: EI services are provided through a 

network of county-based Case Management Units.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may call the Statewide Referral Line at 1-888-

653-4463 or contact the Case Management Unit for their locale.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information 

about available resources to families of children who are not eligible for EI 

services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may 

be asked to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be 

accessed under certain conditions. See Family Cost for more details.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: NJ enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See NJ Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Statewide Parent Advocacy Network is NJ’s statewide 

PTI while the Association for Special Children and Families supports families in northern Passaic County.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information about education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, the county teams, and the parent agencies listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

NJ Department of Education

Phone: (609) 984-4950

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are provided at EI Resources and Family Resources.
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NM NEW MEXICO

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: NM’s Family Infant 

Toddler (FIT) is part of the Department of Health.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children age three (3) and younger may be eligible if they have a:

a. Developmental Delay of 25% or more in one area of development; or an

b. Established Condition that has a high probability of causing a developmental delay; or are

c. At-risk due to medical or biological factors such as low birth weight or prematurity; or are

d. At-risk for developmental delays due to environmental conditions. 

e. See FIT Family Handbook (p. 12) for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: NM reported 4,886 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: FIT oversees a network of County Providers. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the County Provider serving their 

location or call the statewide referral number at 1-800-552-8195. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service team will provide information 

about available resources for families of children who are not eligible for EI 

services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: NM enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See NM Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Parents Reaching Out is NM’s statewide PTI. Education for 

Parents of Indian Children with Special Needs supports families in NM’s American Indian communities.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information about education services for children 3-5 years 

of age is available from the local school district, the county teams, and the parent agencies listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

NM Public Education Department

Phone: (505) 827-1466

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Family Resources.
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NY NEW YORK

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: NY’s Early Intervention 

Program (EIP) is part of the Department of Health.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in developmental delay; or a

b. Developmental delay defined as

• a 12 month delay in one domain; or

• a 33% delay in one domain or a 25% delay in each of two domains; or

• at least 2 standard deviations in one domain or at least 1.5 standard deviations in each of two domains; or

• ... for children who have been found to have a delay only in the communication 

domain, a delay of 2 standard deviations in the area of communication... 

c. See EI Eligibility for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: NY reported 28,645 infants and toddlers 

for the 2011 child count (most current available).

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of county-based Early 

Intervention Offices (EIO) coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the EIO for their areas or call EIP at (518) 473-7016.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service team will provide information 

about available resources for families with children who are not eligible for EI 

services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below. 

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: NY enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See NY Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information Center: Advocates for Children of New York; Resources for Children 

with Special Needs Inc.; and the Sinergia/Metropolitan Parent Center provide support for New 

York City’s five boroughs. The Parent Network of WNY provides parental support and resources for 

Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming, Genesee, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Allegany counties. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 

is available from the local school district, the local EIO, and the parent agencies listed above. Additional 

information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

NY State Education Department

Phone: (518) 473-2878

XI. State EI Resources: A comprehensive list of resources is available at Family Resources and 

Parent Involvement. The NY State Education Department sponsors 15 Early Childhood Direction 

Centers that provide information about programs and services for young children. 
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NC NORTH CAROLINA 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: NC’s Infant-Toddler Program

(ITP) is part of the Department of Health and Human Services. 

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a 

a. Developmental delay of 30% or 2 standard deviations in at least one developmental area 

or 25% or 1.5 standard deviations in at least two areas of development; or a

b. Physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: NC reported 10, 206 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count. 

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of Children’s Developmental Service Agencies (CDSA) coordinates 

EI services. The Family Support Network provides information and resources to families. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the CDSA serving their location or call ITP at 919-707-5520. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available 

resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may 

also contact the parent agencies listed below or the Family Support Network .

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be 

asked to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed 

under certain conditions. More information is provided at Family Cost.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: NC has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center Inc. is NC’s 

statewide PTI. Additional support is provided by the Hope Parent Resource Center for Catawba, Caldwell, 

Alexander, Burke, and McDowell counties and by FIRST for Buncombe, Henderson and Madison counties.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information about school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the local CDSA. Additional information is available at Early Childhood 

Education or by contacting the

Public Schools of NC

Phone: (919) 855-6855

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Resource Directory and EI resources.
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ND NORTH DAKOTA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: ND’s Early Intervention 

Program (NDEIP) is part of the Department of Human Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay defined as 25% below age norms in two or more 

developmental areas or 50% below age norms in one or more areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition with a high probability of becoming developmentally delayed. 

c. See Eligibility Criteria (p. 13) for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: ND reported 930 infants and toddlers for its 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: EI services are coordinated through a 

network of Developmental Disabilities Offices (DDO).

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact the DDO that serves their area or call NDEIP at (701) 328-8936.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information 

about available resources for families with children who are not eligible for EI 

services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. 

Public insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: ND has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Pathfinder Parent Center is ND’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information about school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district and the local DDOs. Additional information is provided at Early 

Childhood Education or by contacting the

ND Department of Public Instruction

Phone: (701) 328-2277

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are provided at Family Information.
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OH OHIO

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: OH’s Help Me 

Grow (HMG) is part of the Department of Health. 

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 1.5 standard deviations in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: OH reported 14,103 for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of county-based HMG Providers coordinates local EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact their HMG Provider or complete the online Referral Form.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available 

resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact 

the parent agency below. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be 

asked to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed 

under certain conditions. More information is available at Family Cost.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: OH enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See OH Insurance for more details. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Ohio Coalition for 

the Education of Children with Disabilities is OH’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information about school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school districts and the HMG providers. Additional information is provided at Early 

Childhood Education or by contacting the

OH Department of Education

Phone: (614) 387-2239

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Family Resources.
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OK OKLAHOMA 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: OK’s SoonerStart is part of the Department of Education:

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 50% in one developmental area or 25% in two or more areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in a delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria (p. 6) for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: OK reported 2,612 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count:

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of county-based SoonerStart Providers coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact the SoonerStart 

Provider (scroll down page) serving their location.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information about 

available resources for families with children who are not eligible for EI services. The 

Child Guidance Program provides services to children birth to 13 years of age based on a 

sliding fee schedule. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services: Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: OK has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Oklahoma Parents Center Inc. is OK’s PTI. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the local SoonerStart providers, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is provided at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

OK State Department of Education

Phone: (405) 522-4513

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are provided at Family Resources.
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OR OREGON 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: OR’s Early Intervention 

Program is part of the Department of Education.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 2 standard deviations or more in one or more developmental 

areas or 1.5 standard deviations in two or more areas; or a 

b. Physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria (p. 94) for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: OR reported 3,219 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of county-based EI Providers coordinates local EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact the EI Provider serving their location.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information 

about available resources for families with children who are not eligible for EI 

services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. 

Public insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: OR has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Family and Community Together is OR’s statewide 

PTI. Additional support is provided by ORFirst for families living in Multnomah, Washington 

and Clackamas counties and by the National Indian Parent Information Center.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the county providers, and the parent agencies listed above. Additional 

information is provided at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

OR Department of Education

Phone: (503) 378-3600

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available from the Central Directory.
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PA PENNSYLVANIA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: PA’s Early Intervention 

Program (EIP) is part of the Department of Public Welfare.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 25% or more or 1.5 standard deviations in one or more developmental areas; or a 

b. Physical or mental condition which has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: PA reported 19,030 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of county-based EI Providers coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the EI Provider serving their 

location or call the CONNECT Helpline at 1-800-692-7288.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information 

about available resources for families with children who are not eligible for EI 

services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. 

Public insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: PA enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically for ASD-related services. See PA Insurance for more details. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Parent agencies in PA include 

a. Parent Education Network for central and eastern PA;

b. Parent Education and Advocacy Leadership Center for central and western PA;

c. Mission Empower for Erie County;

d. Mentor Parent Program Inc. for rural northwest PA; and,

e. Hispanos Unidos Para Ninos Excepcionales for the American Street Empowerment Zone. 

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services is available from the 

county provider agencies, the parent agencies, and the local school district. Additional information may be 

obtained from Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

PA Office of Child Development and Early Learning

Phone: (717) 783-7213

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available 

from Family EI Resources (scroll down page for resources).
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RI RHODE ISLAND 

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: RI’s Early Intervention 

Program (EIP) is part of the Department of Human Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 2 standard deviations in at least developmental 

area or 1.5 standard deviations in two or more areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition known to impact development.

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: RI reported 1,977 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of Community Providers coordinates local EI services. 

Locations and contact information are available at Community Provider Contacts.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the community provider that services their 

location (use Community Providers and Community Provider Contacts to locate the provider). 

Families may also contact the Parent Information Network at 401-270-0101.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: Local service teams will provide information about 

available resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families 

may also contact the RI Parent Information Network at 401-270-0101.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: RI enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See RI Insurance for more details. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The RI Parent Information Network is RI’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 

is available from the local school district, the community providers, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available from Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

RI Department of Education

Phone: (401) 222-8947

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Central 

Directory (p. 6) and the Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities. 
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SC SOUTH CAROLINA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: SC’s Baby Net is part of First Steps to School Readiness.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a:

a. Developmental delay of at least 40% or standard deviation equivalent in one domain or 

25% or standard deviation equivalent in any two domains of development; or a

b. Professionally diagnosed condition (physical or mental) known to be 

associated with delays in one or more developmental domains.

c. See Eligibility Criteria (Section 4F, p.1) for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: SC reported 4,723 infants and toddlers served as of July 18, 2013.

IV. Support Service Structure: A regional network of Baby Net Offices coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may call the statewide Baby Net Referral Line at 1-877-

621-0865 or contact their local Baby Net office using the Baby Net Directory. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service team will provide information on 

available resources for families with children who are not eligible for EI services. 

Additional information is available from the parent agencies listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: SC enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See SC Insurance for more details. . 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Parents Reaching Out to Parents is SC’s 

statewide PTI. Additional support for families in Berkeley, Dorchester & Charleston counties 

is provided by the Family Resource Center for Disabilities and Special Needs, Inc.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the regional provider agencies, and the parent agencies. Additional 

information may be obtained from Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

SC Department of Education

Phone: (803) 734-8811

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources is provided at Resources.
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SD SOUTH DAKOTA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: SD’s Birth to 3 program is part of the Department of Education.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of at least a 1.5 standard deviation in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in 

developmental delay or born at 28 weeks gestation or less.

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: SD reported 1,071 infants and toddlers for its 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A regional network of Birth to 3 Providers coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the Birth to 3 Provider serving their location 

or call the Birth to 3 state office at either 605-773-3678 or 800-305-3064.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service team will provide information on available resources for families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: SD has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The South Dakota Parent Connection is SD’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding education services for children ages 3-5 

years old is available from the local school district, the regional providers, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

SD Department of Education

Phone: (605) 773-8071 or (800) 305-3064 (in SD)

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available from Parent Information.
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TN TENNESSEE

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: TN’s Early Intervention 

System (TEIS) is part of the Department of Education.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a 

a. Diagnosis from the list of eligible diagnoses; or a 

b. Developmental delay of 25% in two or more developmental areas or of 40% in one area.

c. See TEIS Eligibility Criteria for more details, including the list of eligible diagnoses.

III. Number of Children Served: TN reported 3,966 infants and toddlers for its 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: EI services are coordinated through 9 Regional TEIS Offices. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact their Regional TEIS Office or call TEIS at 800-852-7157.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information 

about available resources to families with children who are not eligible for EI 

services. Families may also contact the family agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: TN has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: Support and Training for Exceptional Parents is TN’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information about early childhood education is 

available from the regional providers, the parent agency, and the local school district. Additional 

information may be obtained from Early Learning or by calling (615) 532-7815.

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Disability Pathfinder.
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TX TEXAS

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: TX’s Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) 

is part of the Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services (DARS).

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental Delay of at least 25% in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Medically diagnosed condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delay; or an

c. Auditory or visual impairment as defined by the Texas Education Agency.

d. See ECI Eligibility for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: Texas (TX) reported 23,613 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of ECI Programs coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families should contact their local ECI Program

or call the statewide Inquiries Line at (800) 628-5115. 

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for ECI services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below. 

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be 

asked to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed 

under certain conditions. More information is available at Family Cost. 

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: TX enacted legislation related to insurance coverage 

specifically for ASD-related services. See TX Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information Center: The Partners Resource Network

has 3 agencies that provide regional support to families:

a. PATH: serves Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, Wichita Falls, Southeast and East Texas.

b. PEN: serves Amarillo, Lubbock, Abilene, San Angelo, and El Paso.

c. TEAM: serves San Antonio, Houston, Corpus Christi, Rio Grande Valley, and Laredo. 

d. Additional support is provided by the Children’s Disability Information 

Coalition for families in the El Paso area.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information and resources related to school services for children 

3-5 years of age is available from the local school district, the local ECI program and the parent agencies listed 

above. Additional information is available from Early Childhood Special Education or by contacting the

TX Education Agency

Phone: (512) 463-9414

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available from the Resource Directory.
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UT UTAH

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: UT’s Baby Watch is part of the Department of Health.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay at or below 1.5 Standard Deviations or at or below 

the 7th percentile in one or more developmental areas; or a 

b. Physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria (R398-020-2) for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: UT reported 3,557 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of Provider Agencies coordinates EI services locally.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the Provider Agency serving their 

location or call the state Baby Watch office at 1-800-961-4226.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be asked 

to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed under 

certain conditions. See Family Cost (section R398-020-3) for more information.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: UT has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Utah Parent Center is UT’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the local providers, and the parent agency listed above. Additional 

information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

UT State Office of Education

Phone: (801) 538-7948

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at EI Resources.
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VT VERMONT

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: VT’s early intervention program 

is part of Children’s Integrated Services (CIS) of the Department for Children and 

Families, which is the co-lead agency with the Department of Education.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Clearly observable and measurable delay in one or more developmental areas, and the 

delayed development shall be at the level that the child’s future success in home, school, 

or community cannot be assured without the provision of EI services; or a 

b. Physical or mental condition which has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria (starting on p. 30) for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: VT provided an estimated child count of 785 infants and toddlers for 2012.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of Regional Providers coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the Regional Coordinator serving 

their location or call 2-1-1 (in state) for more information.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

or private insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: VT has enacted legislation related to insurance 

coverage specifically ASD-related services. See VT Insurance for more details.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Vermont Family Network is VT’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the regional providers, and the parent agency listed above. Additional 

information is available from Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

VT Agency of Education

Phone: (802) 828-5115

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at EI Resources.
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VA VIRGINIA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: VA’s Infant and Toddler Connection of Virginia

is part of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS).

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of at least 25% in one or more developmental areas; or 

b. Atypical development or behavior; or a

c. Physical or mental condition with a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

d. For more details, see Eligibility Criteria.

III. Number of Children Served: VA reported 8,267 infants and toddlers for the 2012 Child Count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of Central Point of Entry (CPOE) offices coordinates local EI services. 

a. NOTE: In VA, families of children who are or will be 2 years old by September 30 and are eligible 

for EI services may choose to receive special education services from the local school district.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the CPOE for their 

location or call the state ITP office (800) 234-1448.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources for families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be asked to 

pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed under certain 

conditions. See VA Family Cost Participation and Family Cost Fee Scale for more details.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: VA enacted legislation that requires insurers to cover 

some services for children with ASD. See VA Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center

is VA’s statewide PTI. Additional support for families in Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince 

William counties and the city of Alexandria is provided by Formed Families Forward.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the provider agencies, and the parent agencies listed above. Additional 

information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

VA Department of Education 

Phone: (804) 225-2675

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Resources.
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WA WASHINGTON

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: WA’s Early Support for Infants 

and Toddlers (ESIT) is part of the Department of Early Learning.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a 

a. Developmental delay of 1.5 standard deviations or 25% of chronological 

age delay in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: WA reported 5,814 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of county-based ESIT Providers coordinates local EI services.

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may call the Family Health Hotline 1-800-322-2588 or contact 

the Family Resource Coordinator (FRC) for their county using the ESIT County Directory.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information 

about available resources for families with children who are not eligible for EI 

services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may 

be asked to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be 

accessed under certain conditions. See Family Cost for more details.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: WA has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Partnerships for Action Voices 

for Empowerment (PAVE) is WA’s statewide PTI. Additional support for families in 

South King County is provided by Open Doors For Multicultural Families.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the local providers, and the parent agencies listed above. Additional 

information is available from Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

WA Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Phone: (360) 725-6075

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available from EI Resources.
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WA WEST VIRGINIA

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: WV’s Birth to 3 program 

is part of the Department of Health and Human Resources.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 40% in one or more developmental areas or 

25% or more in two or more developmental areas; or a

b. Physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in a developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: WV reported 2,703 students for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of Regional Administrative Units coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may call 1-866-321-4728 (in state) or contact 

the Regional Administrative Unit serving their location.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources for families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not required to pay for services. Public 

insurance may be accessed under certain conditions.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: WV enacted legislation that requires insurers to cover 

some services for children with ASD. See WV Insurance for more information. 

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: West Virginia Parent Training and Information, Inc. is WV’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the regional administrative units, and the parent agency listed above. 

Additional information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

WV Department of Education

Phone: (304) 558-2696

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at EI Resources.
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WI WISCONSIN

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: WI’s Birth to 3

program is part of the Department of Health Services.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of at least 25% or 1.3 or more standard deviations in one area of development; or a

b. Diagnosed condition with a high probability of developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria for more information.

III. Number of Children Served: WI reported 5,679 infants and toddlers served for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of County Offices coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the County Office for their area or call (800) 642-7837.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agencies listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families meeting certain income guidelines may be 

asked to pay a fee for some services. Public and private insurance may be accessed 

under certain conditions. See Family Cost for more information.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: WI enacted legislation that requires insurers to cover 

some services for children with ASD. See WI Insurance for more information.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The WI Family Assistance Center 

for Education, Training & Support is WI’s statewide PTI. Additional support for 

families in Milwaukee is provided by Alianza Latina Aplicando Soluciones.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for children ages 3-5 is 

available from the local school district, the county offices, and the parent agencies listed above. Additional 

information is available at Early Childhood Education or by contacting the

WI Department of Public Instruction

Phone: (608) 267-9172

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are provided at EI Resources.
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WY WYOMING

The information presented below is a brief overview of this state’s early intervention (EI) service system. 

Please contact the lead state agency or follow the various links for more detailed information.

I. Lead Agency for Early Intervention (EI) Services: WY’s Early Intervention 

and Education Unit is part of the Department of Health.

II. Eligibility Criteria for EI Services: Children under the age of three (3) may be eligible if they have a

a. Developmental delay of 1.5 standard deviations or 25% delay in one or more developmental areas; or a

b. Diagnosed physical or mental condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delay.

c. See Eligibility Criteria (starting on p. 23) for more details.

III. Number of Children Served: WY reported 1,149 infants and toddlers for the 2012 child count.

IV. Support Service Structure: A network of regional Child Development Centers (CDC) coordinates local EI services. 

V. Initial Family Contact: Families may contact the Regional CDC serving their location or call 307-777-7115.

VI. Services for At-Risk Children: The local service teams will provide information on available resources to families 

with children who are not eligible for EI services. Families may also contact the parent agency listed below.

VII. Family Cost Participation: Families are not charged a fee for services. Public and private insurance may 

be accessed under certain conditions. See Family Cost (starting on p. 70) for more information.

VIII. Insurance Coverage for ASD Services: WY has not enacted legislation related 

to insurance coverage specifically for ASD-related services.

IX. Parent Training and Information (PTI) Center: The Wyoming Parent Information Center is WY’s PTI.

X. Early Childhood School Services Information: Information regarding school services for 

children ages 3-5 is available from the local service teams, the parent agencies listed above, 

and the local school district. Additional information is available by contacting the

a. WY Division of Developmental Disabilities: Phone: (307) 777-7715

b. WY Department of Education: Phone: (307) 777-7538.

XI. State EI Resources: Additional information and resources are available at Preschool Resources.
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Section 4: Early Intervention Provider Profiles

This section includes profiles of the individual early intervention (EI) providers that serve military 

installations in each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. The profiles are arranged by states in 

alphabetical order and provide the following information:

1. Contact Information for the Provider;

2. Number of Children Reported Served;

3. Types of Services Provided;

4. Other Service Providers (if any);

5. Percentage of Children Served in Natural Setting;

6. Percentage of Evaluations and Initial Individualized Family Service 

Plan (IFSP) Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline;

7. Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes;

8. Description of Provider Billing Practices for EI Services;

The information contained in the provider profile pages was collected through a voluntary survey and will 

be updated as new information is obtained. Any errors or omissions are unintentional. The most current 

information will be obtained by communicating directly or asking your current early intervention service 

coordinator to contact the new provider. Suggestions and sample questions are contained in Section 2: 

Tools for a Smooth Transition.

Note: The practices listed in the individual provider profiles are meant only to describe services they are 

currently providing and do not guarantee that a child will receive a particular intervention or methodology. 

Services are individually determined by the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) Team, including the 

child’s parents.
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Alabama: Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services/EI

Address: 602 SOUTH LAWRENCE STREET

Phone: 334-293-7121

Website: http://www.rehab.alabama.gov/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Maxwell AFB and Gunter Annex

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Alabama: VRS District Office - Huntsville

Address: 3000 Johnson Road

Phone: 256-650-1716

Website: http://www.legalservicesalabama.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Redstone Arsenal

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Alabama: VRS District Office- Dothan

Address: 795 Ross Clark Circle NE, PO Box 1627

Phone: 334-699-6600 ext 265

Website: http://www.umcdothan.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Fort Rucker

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Alaska: FOCUS

Address: 11901 Business BLVD Suite 209

Phone: 907-694-6002 ext 7231

Website: http://focusoutreach.org/pages/infants/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 86

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: private contractors

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Routines-Based Intervention techniques

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Joint Base Elmendorf - Richardson JBER

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Alaska: Programs for Infants and Children - PIC

Address: 161 Klevin St. Ste 103

Phone: 907-561-8060

Website: http://picak.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Joint Base Elmendorf - Richardson JBER

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Alaska: Tanana Chiefs ConferenceÂ

TCCInfant Learning Program

Address: 122 1st. Ave Suite 600

Phone: 907-452-8251 ext 3187

Website: http://www.tananachiefs.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Eielson AFB

Fort Wainwright

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Arizona: Child and Family Resources

Address: 201 South 3rd Avenue

Phone: 928-783-4003

Website: http://www.childfamilyresources.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

MCAS Yuma

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Arizona: Easter Seals Blake Foundation

Address: 5704 East Grant Road

Phone: 520-792-2636 ext 5227

Website: http://blakefoundation.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=AZTU_homepage

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Davis-Monthan AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Arizona: United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Central AZ

Address: 1802 West Parkside Lane

Phone: 602-943-5472

Website: http://ucpofcentralaz.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 600

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 95

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Team-Based model

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Luke AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Arkansas: Arkansas Department of Human Services

Address: PO Box 1437 slot N504

Phone: 501-682-8703

Website: http://humanservices.arkansas.gov/ddds/Pages/FirstConnectionsProgram.aspx

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Little Rock AFB

Pine Bluff Arsenal

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Alta California Regional Center

Address: 2241 Harvard Street

Phone: 916-978-6400

Website: http://www.altaregional.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1256

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Evaluation Assessment: Provided by community ACRC vendors or local LEA IDP providers, Direct Services: community ACRC vendors 

or local LEA IDP providers.

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 84

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 93

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Beale AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Central Valley Regional Center

Address: 4615 North Marty Avenue

Phone: 559-276-4415

Website: http://www.cvrc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

NAS Lemoore

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Frank D. Lanterman Regional Center

Address: 3303 Wilshire Boulevard - Suite 700

Phone: 213-252-5648

Website: http://www.lanterman.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Los Angeles AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Harbor Regional Center

Address: 21231 Hawthorne Boulevard

Phone: 310-543-0669

Website: http://www.harborrc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Los Angeles AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Inland Regional Center

Address: P.O. Box 6127

Phone: 909-890-3000 ext 3069

Website: http://www.inlandrc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Fort Irwin

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Kern Regional Center

Address: 3200 North Sillect Avenue

Phone: 661-852-3263

Website: http://www.kernrc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

China Lake, CA - Naval Air Weapons Station

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: North Bay Regional Center

Address: 10 Executive Court - Suite A

Phone: 707-256-1100

Website: http://www.nbrc.net/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1125

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: School District & FRC organizations, Referrals: FRC organizations, Screening: Local Early Childhood 

Collaborative, Evaluation Assessment: Birth to 3 school programs, Direct Services: Community providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 80

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 95

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

ABA services; Mullen Scales of Early Learning

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Travis Air Force Base

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: North Los Angeles County Regional Center

Address: 15400 Sherman Way - Suite 170

Phone: 818-778-1900 ext 6279

Website: http://www.nlacrc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Los Angeles AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Regional Center of East Bay

Address: 500 Davis Street - Suite 100

Phone: 510-618-7739

Website: http://www.rceb.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1438

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Speech therapy, Occupational therapy, Physical therapy, Specialized instruction, Applied Behavior Analysis

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Camp Parks

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Regional Center of Orange County

Address: 1525 North Tustin Avenue

Phone: 714-796-5339

Website: http://www.rcocdd.com/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 3000

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Local Education Agency for Low Incidence Children, Direct Services: Private Insurance Health Plan Providers/

California Children’s Services/Medio-Cal Services through CalOptima in Orange County

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 56

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 90.24

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Applied Behavior Analysis

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

USAREC, Southern California Battalion

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: San Andreas Regional Center

Address: 300 Orchard City Drive - Suite 170

Phone: 408-374-9960

Website: http://www.sarc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1334

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 90

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Some of the ABA services/Intensive behavioral services

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Hunter Liggett

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: San Diego Regional Center

Address: 4355 Ruffin Road - Suite 200

Phone: 858-576-2940

Website: http://www.sdrc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 2614

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Screening: First 5, Evaluation Assessment: SDRC and SDRC vendors

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Camp Pendleton

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: San Gabriel/ Pomona Regional Center

Address: 761 Corporate Center Drive

Phone: 909-868-7650

Website: http://www.sgprc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Los Angeles AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: South Central Los Angeles Regional Center

Address: 650 West Adams Boulevard

Phone: 213-744-7000

Website: http://www.sclarc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Los Angeles AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Tri-Counties Regional Center

Address: 520 East Montecito Street

Phone: 805-351-3101

Website: http://www.tri-counties.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 915

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 75

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 90

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

ABA, Floor Time, ST, OT, PT

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Naval Base Ventura County:Point Mugu/Port Hueneme

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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California: Valley Mountain Regional Center (VMRC)

Address: 702 North Aurora Street

Phone: 209-955-3206

Website: http://www.vmrc.net/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Defense Distribution Depot San Joaquin

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Colorado: The Resource Exchange 

Early Intervention CO Programs

Address: 125 North Parkside - Suite 204

Phone: 719-785-3760

Website: http://www.tre.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1301

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 99

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Primary Service Provider Model / Coaching Model / Antecedent Package (Prompting) / Behavioral Intervention Package (Discrete Trial 

Training, Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports) / Joint Attention / Naturalistic Teaching Strategies / Peer Training Package / 

Pivotal Response Treatments / Schedules (use of visuals) / Augmentative and Alternative Communication / Modeling

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Carson

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Connecticut: Beacon Services of CT

Address: 160 West St., Bldg. 1 Suites F & G

Phone: 860-613-9930

Website: http://www.beaconct.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Referral: 211 & general Birth to Three providers & hospitals & doctors

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Applied Behavior Analysis

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Naval Submarine Base New London

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Connecticut: Creative Interventions

Address: 15 School Street

Phone: 860-413-9538

Website: http://www.creativeinterventions.net

Number of Children Served (12/10): 65

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Referrals: Child Development INFOLINE 800-505-7000 (TDD accessible)

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Applied Behavior Analysis

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Naval Submarine Base New London

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Delaware: Child Development Watch

Address: 1901 N. Du Pont Highway, Main Bldg.

Phone: 302-255-9000

Website: http://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph/chs/chscdw.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): 918

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: Community EI provider agencies under contract; Community and pediatric ally trained therapy groups

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 90

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 91.46

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

All practices are aligned with the Delaware Early Learning Foundations for Infants/Toddlers. We also follow the Council for 

Exceptional Children’s Division of Early Childhood’s Recommended Practices.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Dover AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Washington D.C.: Strong Start DC

Address: 810 1st Street NE,5th Floor

Phone: 202-727-3665

Website: http://osse.dc.gov/service/dc-early-intervention-program

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling

Naval District Washington (Washington Navy Yard)

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Florida: 

Infants and Young Children of West Central Florida, Inc.

Address: 1308 West Sligh Avenue

Phone: 813-375-3980 ext 126

Website: http://www.early-intervention.org/infants_young_children.htm

Number of Children Served (12/10): 5100

EI Services Agency Provides:

Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Univ. of Southern Florida (USF), Referrals: USF, Screening: USF, Evaluation Assessment: USF, IFSP Development: 

USF, Direct Services: IYC

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

A companion program, Positive Development, provides Healthy Steps which pairs a developmental specialist with a primary physician 

for the child. We do this right now in two large pediatric clinics and provide follow up home visits.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

MacDill AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Florida: Northeastern Early Steps

Address: 910 North Jefferson Street

Phone: 904-360-7022 ext 272

Website: http://www.cms-kids.com/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1708

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 90

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Routines-Based Intervention / Primary Service Provider model / Family-Guided practices / Coaching & Consultation among providers 

/

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

NS Mayport

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Florida: Western Panhandle Early Steps

Address: 5150 Bayou Boulevard - Suite 1-N

Phone: 850-416-7656

Website: http://www.sacred-heart.org/childrenshospital/page/?ID=553

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Eglin AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Georgia: Babies Can’t Wait: Albany Southwest Health District

Address: 1306 South Slappy Boulevard

Phone: 229-430-2700

Website: http://health.state.ga.us/programs/bcw/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 200

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: Private providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Marine Corps Logistics Base - Albany

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Georgia: Babies Can’t Wait: Albany Southwest Health District

Address: 1916 North Leg Road

Phone: 706-667-4279

Website: http://health.state.ga.us/programs/bcw/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 350

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Private contractors, Referral: Community resources, providers & families Screening: Physician’ offices complete 

some screening, Evaluation Assessment: Private contractors, IFSP Development: Private service coordinators, Direct Services: Private 

Contractors

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 97

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Primary Service Provider model

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Fort Gordon

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Georgia: Babies Can’t Wait: Albany Southwest Health District

Address: 705 17th Street - Suite 208

Phone: 706-327-0189

Website: http://health.state.ga.us/programs/bcw/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 232

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 79

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Information is available through the state website at http://health.state.ga.us/programs/bcw/Implementing-Evidence-BasedPractices/index.html

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Fort Benning

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Georgia: Babies Can’t Wait: Albany Southwest Health District

Address: 440 Winn Way - P.O. Box 987

Phone: 404-294-3833

Website: http://health.state.ga.us/programs/bcw/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

USAREC, Atlanta Battalion

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Georgia: Babies Can’t Wait: Albany Southwest Health District

Address: 2520 Riverside Drive

Phone: 478-745-9200

Website: http://health.state.ga.us/programs/bcw/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Robins AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Georgia: Babies Can’t Wait: Albany Southwest Health District

Address: 132 Stephenson Avenue - Suite 100

Phone: 912-356-2859

Website: http://health.state.ga.us/programs/bcw/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 450

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

The Bailey, Battelle, Carolina Curriculum, and Daisey

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Stewart

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Georgia: Babies Can’t Wait: Albany Southwest Health District

Address: 206 South Patterson Street - P.O. Box 1027

Phone: 229-245-6565

Website: http://health.state.ga.us/programs/bcw/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 321

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: Contracted providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Primary Service Provider model

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Moody AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Hawaii: Department of Health Early Intervention Section

Address: 1350 South King Street - Suite 200

Phone: 808-594-0006

Website: http://health.hawaii.gov/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1846

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Screening: Pediatricians do developmental screening. Healthy Start (Home visitor program) is available in limited geographic areas 

for at-risk families does Ages & Stages Questionnaire.

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 91

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 97

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Provide services in the natural environment / we do transdisciplinary services (coaching) model

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

MCB Hawaii

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Idaho: Idaho Department of Health and Welfare

Address: PO Box 83720

Phone: 208-334-5700

(208) 455-7106

Website: http://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/ContactUs/Region4/tabid/228/Default.aspx

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1844

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Referral: Multiple external partners, 

Direct Services: Private entities for OT, PT, SLP and audiology services.

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 98

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 94

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Idaho Infant/Toddler Program promotes primary intervention model based on a team approach to coaching families in natural 

learning practices. One area has had specific training and implemented EBPs for children with ASD.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Mountain Home AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Illinois: Child and Family Connections Lake County Health Dept.

Address: 3010 Grand Ave, 2nd Floor

Phone: 847-377-8900

Website: http://health.lakecountyil.gov/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 875

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening , Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Screening: Community partners, schools, & health department, Evaluation Assessment: Independently-credentialed providers in the 

EI system, Direct Services: Independently-credentialed providers in the EI system

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 95

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

We use Routines-Based Inventory with each family. We also serve at-risk children. We also follow the Early Childhood Technical 

Assistance Center’s best practices guidelines and the Early Childhood Outcomes Center guidelines.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

NAVSTA Great Lakes

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Illinois: Child and Family Connections - Special Children, Inc.

Address: 1306 Wabash Ave

Phone: 618-532-4919

Website: http://www.illinoiseitraining.org/page.aspx?item=93

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Scott Air Force Base

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Kansas: Geary County Infant and Toddler Services

Address: 123 North Eisenhower

Phone: 785-762-7859

Website: http://tiny-k.org/networks/geary.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): 104

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: Various organizations

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 90.77

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No specific response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Fort Riley

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Kansas: Leavenworth Infant and Toddler Services 

(Nurturing Families Incorporated)

Address: 200 North 4th Street

Phone: 913-250-1115

Website: http://www.tiny-k.org/networks/nuturing.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): 236

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Tiny-k, Referral: Tiny-k, Screening: Tiny-k, Evaluation Assessment: Tiny-k, IFSP Development: Tiny-k, Direct 

Services: Tiny-k

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 95

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Family service providers coach families and caregivers to support their children. The goals and objectives are guided by the families 

needs and priorities. Each family has a primary provider who represents the family in the community and tiny-k team.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Leavenworth

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Kansas: Tiny-K Early Intervention Program

Address: 2600 Kimball

Phone: 785-776-6363

Website: http://www.douglascountytinyk.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 4141

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Local Tiny-K Programs, Screening: Local Tiny-k programs, Evaluation Assessment: Local Tiny-k programs, IFSP 

Development: Local Tiny-k programs, Direct Services: Local Tiny-k programs

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99.7

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 99.7

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Provide services in accordance with the Agreed Upon Mission And Key Principles For Providing Early Intervention Services In Natural 

Environments developed by the Workgroup on Principles and Practices in Natural Environments. We utilize a team-based primary 

provider approach that incorporates coaching of families.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Fort Riley

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Kentucky: First Steps- Pennyrile District Point of Entry

Address: 735 North Drive

Phone: 270-886-5186

Website: http://www.kyfirststeps.org/find_my_poe.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): 117

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Screening, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Referral: Family, Pediatrician, Dept. of Community-Based Services; Evaluation Assessment: Contracted evaluators or therapists, 

Direct Services: Contracted providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Campbell

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Louisiana: Early Steps (Families Helping Families)

Address: 2840 A Military Highway

Phone: 318-640-7078

Website: http://www.familieshelpingfamilies.net/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Directions of L.A.

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 75

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Fort Polk

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Louisiana: Early Steps (First Steps Referral and Consulting)

Address: 138 East Main Street

Phone: 337-359-8748

Website: http://www.firststeps3.com/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Fort Polk

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Louisiana: Region 7 System Point of Entry

Address: 2620 Centenary Boulevard - Building 2 Suite 249

Phone: 318-226-8038

Website: http://csoc.la.gov/index.cfm/newsroom/detail/1782

Number of Children Served (12/10): 443

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Single Points of Entry, Easter Seals, and Divine Case Management; Evaluation Assessment: Parents choose an 

independent provider, Direct Services: Independent providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 99

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

The Single Point of Entry is charged with the initial referral, intake, eligibility and IFSP development. We utilize Routines Based 

Interviews.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Barksdale Air Force Base

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Maryland: Anne Arundel County Infants and Toddlers Program

Address: 1450 Furnace Avenue

Phone: 410-222-6911

Website: http://www.aacps.org/infants/itp.asp

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Fort George G. Meade

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Maryland: Hartford County Infants and Toddlers Program

Address: 100 Thomas Run Road

Phone: 410-638-3823

Website: http://www.hcps.org/departments/InstructionalSupport/specialEducation/ChildFind.aspx

Number of Children Served (12/10): 451

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Referral: Local pediatricians, physicians, child care providers, Dept. of Social Services & Early Head Start, Screening: Local 

pediatricians, physicians, child care providers, Dept. of Social Services & Early Head Start

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99.7

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

ABA strategies, Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Errorless Learning, verbal behavior, various motor strategies, 

feeding practices

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Aberdeen Proving Ground

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Maryland: Prince George’s County 

Infants and Toddlers Program

Address: 9314 Piscataway Road - Suite 230

Phone: 301-883-7249

Website: http://pgcitp.homestead.com/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1349

EI Services Agency Provides:

Referral

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Health Department, The Arc of Prince Georges County, The Coordinating Center, & Prince Georges County 

Public Schools; Evaluation Assessment: Prince Georges County School System, IFSP Development: Prince Georges County School 

System & PGC Health Department & The Arc of PGC & The Coordinating Center, Direct Services: Prince Georges’ County Public School 

System & PGC Health Dept. &The Arc of PGC & One Work Center for Autism & Children’s Dev. Clinic & The Coordinating Center& Care 

Resources

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 95.7

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 99.8

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Social Emotional Foundations of Early Learning / Response to Intervention/ Routines-Based Intervention

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Joint Base Andrews-Naval Air Facility Washington

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Massachusetts: Community Healthlink Lipton EIP

Address: 100 Erdman Way

Phone: 978-840-9354 ext 11226

Website: http://www.communityhealthlink.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Fort Devens

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Massachusetts: Minute Man Early Intervention

Address: Community Agencies Building

Phone: 978-287-7951

Website: http://www.minutemanarc.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 190

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 98

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 99

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Applies Behavioral Analysis

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Hanscom AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Michigan: Early On Macomb Intermediate School District

Address: 44001 Garfield Road

Phone: 586-228-3331

Website: http://www.misd.net/earlyon/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 599

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Local Health Department & Community Mental Health, Referral: All human services agencies, child care 

providers, child welfare agencies & the medical community, Screening: Local health department & local Community Mental Health 

offices Evaluation Assessment: Local health department and local Community Mental Health, IFSP Development: Local health and 

department and local Community Mental Health, Direct Services: Health and Community Mental Health Department

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 61.6

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

U.S. Army Garrison-Detroit Arsenal

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Mississippi: First Steps- Harrison County - Biloxi Clinic

Address: 761 Esters Blvd

Phone: 228-436-6770

Website: http://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/19,816,166.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): 391

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 97

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Single Provider Model of Service Delivery / Routine Based Functional Outcomes / Preliteracy Skill Development

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Keesler AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Mississippi: First Steps- Lowndes County Health Department

Address: 801 North Lehmberg Road

Phone: 662-323-7313

Website: http://msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/19,872,166.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Columbus AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Missouri: Missouri First Steps-Region 9

Address: 102 South McKinley

Phone: 636-584-7279

Website: https://www.mofirststeps.com/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 513

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: Contracted agencies provide direct services.

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99.2

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Early Intervention Teaming (EIT) / Routines Based Interview (RBI)

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Leonard Wood

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Montana: Quality Life Concepts

Address: 201 First Street S. Ste.3

Phone: 406-452-9153

Website: http://www.qlc-gtf.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 94

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 98

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Routines-Based Interview

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Malmstrom Air Force Base

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Nebraska: Bellevue Schools

Address: 1600 Hwy 370

Phone: 402-293-4012

Website: http://www.bsd405.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 76

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 77

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Routines Based Interview

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Offutt AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Nebraska: Omaha Public Schools

Address: 3215 Cuming St. - Rm. 4073

Phone: 402-557-2382

Website: http://www.ops.org/district/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Offutt AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Nevada: NEVADA EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES (NEIS)

Address: 1161 S. Valley View

Phone: 702-486-9227

Website: http://health.nv.gov/beis.htm

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Creech AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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New Jersey: New Jersey Early Intervention System (NJEIS)

Address: PO Box 360

Phone: 856-768-6747 ext 226

Website: http://www.njeis.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 21784

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99.8

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 99.11

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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New Mexico: Family Infant Toddler (FIT) Program

Address: 900 First Street

Phone: 575-439-4900

Website: http://nmhealth.org/ddsd/nmfit/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 120

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 95

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Holloman AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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New Mexico: Family Infant Toddler (FIT) Program

Address: P.O. Box 788

Phone: 505-867-3396

Website: http://nmhealth.org/ddsd/nmfit/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 231

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 98

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

We are moving toward implementing transdisciplinary team service delivery in a more comprehensive manner. Currently, some of 

our services fit that model, though not all.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Kirtland Air Force Base

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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New Mexico: Family Infant Toddler (FIT) Program- ENMRSH

Address: 810 E. 21st Street A-6

Phone: 575-763-9517 ext 219

Website: http://enmrsh.org/fitpe.php

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Cannon AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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New Mexico: Family Infant Toddler (FIT) Program

Address: PO Box 1989, 2700 E. 7th Street

Phone: 575-742-9033

Website: http://nmhealth.org/ddsd/nmfit/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Cannon AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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New York: Jefferson County Community Services

Address: 175 Arsenal Street

Phone: 315-785-3283

Website: http://www.co.jefferson.ny.us/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 91

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: 3 other entities outside of our office are approved by State Department of Health and County, Screening: Six 

entities that are approved by State Department of Health and County are contracted to provide this service, Evaluation Assessment: 

six entities that are approved by State Department of Health and County contracted to provide this service.

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 99

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Fort Drum

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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North Carolina: 

Elizabeth City Child Development Service Agency

Address: P.O. Box 189

Phone: 252-338-4044

Website: http://www.beearly.nc.gov/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 192

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: Community providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

0

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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North Carolina: 

Elizabeth City Child Development Service Agency

Address: 1211-A Ireland Drive

Phone: 910-486-1605

Website: http://www.beearly.nc.gov/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1019

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Screening: Many physicians offices conduct developmental screenings as part of their well-child exams, Direct Services: Network of 

private providers & Community Based Rehabilitative Services

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 98

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No specific response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Bragg

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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North Carolina: 

Elizabeth City Child Development Service Agency

Address: Oglesby Drive - Brody School of Medicine - Irons Building East Carolina University

Phone: 252-737-1177

Website: http://www.beearly.nc.gov/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: a core network of contracted providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Seymour Johnson AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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North Carolina: 

Elizabeth City Child Development Service Agency

Address: 2842 Neuse Boulevard

Phone: 252-514-4770

Website: http://www.beearly.nc.gov/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Camp Lejeune

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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North Dakota: North Central Human Service Center

Address: 1015 South Broadway Suite 18

Phone: 701-857-8683

Website: http://www.nd.gov/dhs/locations/regionalhsc/northcentral/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 90

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Screening: Minot Infant Development Program Minot State University, Evaluation Assessment: Minot Infant Development 

Program/ North Central Human Service Center Developmental Disabilities Program Management, IFSP Development: Minot Infant 

Development Program, Direct Services: Minot Infant Development Program

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Minot AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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North Dakota: Northeast Kids Service Center

Address: 151 South 4th Street Suite 401

Phone: 701-775-8934

Website: http://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/childcare/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 148

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Referral: Human Service Center, Screening: The Right Track program, Direct Services: Altru Pediatric Therapy & Little Miracles

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Services in natural environment/Joint Attention intervention/Naturalistic teaching strategies/Some behavioral such as incidental 

teaching.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Grand Forks AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Ohio: Greene County Board of DD

Address: 245 Valley Rd

Phone: 937-562-6779

Website: http://www.greenedd.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 770

EI Services Agency Provides:

Evaluation & Assessment, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Help Me Grow, Referrals: Help Me Grow, Screening: Help Me Grow, IFSP Development: Help Me Grow

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 93

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

P.L.A.Y. Project for children with autism/We are developing specific services tailored around children with emotional and 

environmental challenges/Transdisciplinary teaming, coaching and parent mediation

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Wright-Patterson AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Ohio: Greene County Help Me Grow

Address: 158 East Main Street

Phone: 937-562-5648

Website: http://www.ohiohelpmegrow.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 295

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Screening, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Referrals: Family & Children First, Evaluation Assessment: County Board of Developmental Disabilities (DD), Direct Services: Board of 

DD

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 98

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Transdisciplinary team using Primary Service Provider model/Serving in natural environments/Beginning to implement RoutinesBased Intervention model; Helping families particularly military families with respite opportunities

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Wright-Patterson AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Oklahoma: Oklahoma County Sooner Start Program

Address: 4545 North Lincoln Boulevard - Suite 250

Phone: 405-521-4872

Website: http://www.ok.gov/health/County_Health_Departments/Carter_County_Health_Department/SoonerStart_Early_

Intervention/index.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): 12576

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: SoonerStart Early Intervention, Referrals: SoonerStart Early Intervention, Screening: SoonerStart Early 

Intervention, Evaluation Assessment: SoonerStart Early Intervention, IFSP Development: SoonerStart Early Intervention, Direct 

Services: SoonerStart Early Intervention

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 96.64

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 78.35

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No specific response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Fort Sill

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Rhode Island: Easter Seals RI

Address: 213 Robinson Street

Phone: 401-284-1000 ext 11

Website: http://ri.easterseals.com/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 266

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Screening: Conducted Dept. of Health Visiting Nurses

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 90

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

All EI services are provided through the Sherlock Center on Disabilities in collaboration with a recent two year National Professional 

Development Center grant.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Naval Station Newport

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Rhode Island: Family Service of RI

Address: 134 Thurbers Ave

Phone: 401-331-1350 ext 3358

Website: http://www.familyserviceri.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 293

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 93.26

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Picture Exchange Communication System, TEACCH Structured Teaching, Prompting, Reinforcement, Video Modeling, Visual Supports

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Naval Station Newport

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Rhode Island: James L. Maher Center

Address: 120 Hillside Ave

Phone: 401-848-2660 ext 118

Website: http://www.mahercenter.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Naval Station Newport

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Rhode Island: Looking Upwards Inc

Address: PO Box 838

Phone: 401-293-5790 ext 330

Website: http://www.lookingupwards.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Naval Station Newport

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Rhode Island: Seven Hills

Address: 535 Centerville Rd, Suite 301

Phone: 401-775-1500

Website: http://www.sevenhills.org/affiliates/sevenhills-rhode-island/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 83.54

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Picture Exchange Communication System, Coaching, Routines-Based Intervention; following the Seven Basic Principles outlined by 

the Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Naval Station Newport

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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South Carolina: BabyNet

Address: 6296 Rivers Ave, Suite 309

Phone: 843-740-3194

Website: http://www.scfirststeps.org/BabyNet.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Department of Disability and Special Needs, School for Deaf and Blind; IFSP Development: Department of 

Disability and Special Needs, School for Deaf and Blind; Direct Services: Department of Disability and Special Needs, School for Deaf 

and Blind, Independent contractors

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 90

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Joint Base Charleston

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
AZSC

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South Carolina: BabyNet

Address: 211 North Main Street, Po box 344

Phone: 843-669-8689

Website: http://www.scfirststeps.org/BabyNet.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Shaw Air Force Base

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
AZSC

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South Carolina: BabyNet

Address: 1300 Sumter St, Suite 203

Phone: 803-734-0235

Website: http://www.scfirststeps.org/BabyNet.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Dept. of Disabilities and Special Needs, School for the Deaf and Blind; Screening: First Steps partnerships; IFSP 

Development: Dept. of Disabilities and Special Needs & School for the Deaf and Blind

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 22

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No specific response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Fort Jackson

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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South Carolina: BabyNet

Address: 2201 Boundary Street, suite 112

Phone: 843-782-3405

Website: http://www.scfirststeps.org/BabyNet.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

MCAS Beaufort

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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South Dakota: Birth to 3 Connections

Address: 33376 Buffalo Butte Road

Phone: 605-835-8544

Website: http://www.doe.sd.gov/oess/Birthto3.aspx

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Ellsworth Air Force Base

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Tennessee: TEIS (Tennessee’s Early Intervention System)

Address: Perimeter Point Business Park, 2175 Business Center Drive, Suite 11

Phone: 901-937-6738 ext 744

Website: http://tennessee.gov/education/teis/index.shtml

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

NSA Mid - South

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
AZTX

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Texas: Betty Hardwick Early Childhood Intervention

Address: 765 Orange Street

Phone: 325-627-0908

Website: http://www.bhcmhmr.org

Number of Children Served (12/10): 143

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Dyess AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Texas: Brighton School Early Childhood Intervention Program

Address: 14207 Higgins Road

Phone: 210-826-4492

Website: http://www.brightonsa.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Joint Base San Antonio (Lackland Randolph Sam Houston)

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Texas: Center for Health Care Services: 

PACES Early Childhood Intervention

Address: 227 West Drexel Avenue

Phone: 210-532-5158

Website: http://www.chcsbc.org/services-provided/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 594

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 99.4

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

HELP curriculum

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Joint Base San Antonio (Lackland Randolph Sam Houston)

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
AZTX

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Texas: Central County Services for 

MHMR Center-Early Childhood Intervention Childteam

Address: P.O. Box 28

Phone: 254-773-6787

Website: http://www.childteam.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 458

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 93

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Teaching, Coaching, Modeling

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Hood

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Texas: Easter Seals Rehabilitation Center 

Early Childhood Intervention

Address: 2203 Babcock Road

Phone: 210-614-3911

Website: http://centraltx.easterseals.com/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Joint Base San Antonio (Lackland Randolph Sam Houston)

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Texas: El Paso MHMR-Elinoir Zind 

Early Childhood Intervention Program

Address: 1477 Lomaland - Suite E-7

Phone: 915-599-6690

Website: http://www.epmhmr.org/early_childhood_intervention

Number of Children Served (12/10): 399

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 90

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No specific response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Bliss

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Texas: North Texas Rehab Center 

Early Childhood Intervention Program

Address: 1005 Midwestern Parkway

Phone: 940-687-4916

Website: http://www.ntrehab.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Sheppard AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
AZTX

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Texas: Nueces County 

MHMR Community Center Early Childhood Intervention

Address: 1630 South Brownlee Street

Phone: 361-980-9652

Website: http://www.ncmhmr.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 324

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Routines-Based Intervention methods

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

NAS Corpus Christi

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
AZTX

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Texas: Paso Del Norte Early Childhood Intervention Program

Address: 1101 East Schuster Avenue

Phone: 915-544-8484

Website: http://www.pdnchildrens.org

Number of Children Served (12/10): 548

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 95

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Routines-Based Intervention practices

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Bliss

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
AZTX

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Texas: Region 15 Education Service Center: 

Early Childhood Intervention PRIDE

Address: P.O. Box 5199

Phone: 325-481-4015

Website: www.netxv.net

Number of Children Served (12/10): 347

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 98

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 98

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Goodfellow AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
AZTX

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Texas: Region 19 Education Service Center: 

A Step Forward Early Childhood Intervention Program

Address: 6611 Boeing

Phone: 915-780-6575

Website: http://www.esc19.net/

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 95

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Intervention in the natural environment using a family centered approach.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Bliss

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Utah: Davis School District/ 

Davis Early Intervention Early Learning Center

Address: 115 South 200 East, PO Box 588

Phone: 801-402-5403

Website: http://www.davis.k12.ut.us/site/default.aspx?PageID=1

Number of Children Served (12/10): 293

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 94.33

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

P.L.A.Y Project, Floortime

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Hill AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
UTAZ

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Utah: DDI VANTAGE Early Intervention

Address: 165 South Main #200

Phone: 435-833-0725

Website: http://www.ddivantage.com/eindex.htm

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Dugway Proving Ground

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
VAAZ

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Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of Arlington

Address: PIE Program - 2100 Washington Boulevard - 2nd Floor

Phone: 703-228-1640

Website: http://211uwgrp.org/index.php?pr=Arlington

Number of Children Served (12/10): 246

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 99

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Coaching and parent training

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Myer (Joint Base Myer - Henderson Hall)

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of Chesapeake

Address: Chesapeake Infant Prevention Program - 224 Great Bridge Boulevard

Phone: 757 547-8929

Website: http://211uwgrp.org/index.php?pr=Chesapeake

Number of Children Served (12/10): 206

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Routines-Based Intervention, Coaching

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

MARFORCOM, Camp Allen and MCSF Regiment

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
VAAZ

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Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of Chesterfield

Address: Chesterfield Community Services Board - P.O. Box 92

Phone: 804-706-2561

Website: http://www.chesterfield.gov/content.aspx?id=2990

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR)

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of Crater District

Address: Crater District Infant Intervention Program - 20 West Bank Street - Suite 3

Phone: 804-862 -8049

Website: http://211uwgrp.org/index.php?pr=Petersburg

Number of Children Served (12/10): 153

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Services in Natural Environment; Promotion of early school at age 2 years; Outcomes measured at entry and exit.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Fort Lee

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of Fairfax-Falls Church

Address: 3750 Old Lee Highway

Phone: 703-246-7170

Website: http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/csb/itc/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1039

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: Contracted providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 98

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Family-centered primary provider coaching approach

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Defense Logistics Agency McNamara HQC

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Virginia: Infant and Toddler 

Connection of Hampton-Newport News

Address: 100 Old Hampton Lane - Suite 200

Phone: 757-726-4012

Website: http://211uwgrp.org/index.php?pr=Hampton

Number of Children Served (12/10): 526

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 95

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Joint Base Langley-Eustis

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of Norfolk

Address: 6411 Tidewater Drive

Phone: 757-441-1186

Website: http://211uwgrp.org/index.php?pr=Norfolk

Number of Children Served (12/10): 216

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Coaching

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of Prince 

William and Cities of Manassas and Manassas Park

Address: 7987 Ashton Avenue - Suite 231

Phone: 703-792-7763

Website: http://www.pwcgov.org/Pages/default.aspx

Number of Children Served (12/10): 382

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 96

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Primary provider model, Coaching

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Marine Corps Base Quantico

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of Virginia Beach

Address: 2307 Millwood Road

Phone: 757-385-4425

Website: http://211uwgrp.org/index.php?pr=Virginia_Beach

Number of Children Served (12/10): 353

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Evaluation Assessment: Private providers for the assessments as needed; IFSP Development: Private providers; Direct Services: 

Private providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

We follow the developmental model and use coaching.

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Virginia: Infant and Toddler Connection of 

Williamsburg, James City, York, and Poquoson

Address: Child Development Resources - 150 Point O’Woods Road

Phone: 757-566-3300

Website: http://211uwgrp.org/index.php?pr=Norge

Number of Children Served (12/10): 139

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Joint Base Langley-Eustis

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Washington: Holly Ridge Center

Address: 5112 NW Taylor Rd

Phone: 360-373-2536

Website: http://www.hollyridge.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 351

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No specific response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Naval Base Kitsap

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Washington: Pierce County Community 

Connections Developmental Disabilities

Address: 1305 Tacoma Ave S, Ste 104

Phone: 253-798-3775

Website: http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/index.aspx?nid=2180

Number of Children Served (12/10): 685

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 93

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 98

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fort Lewis (Joint Base Lewis - McChord)

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Washington: Skagit Valley College

Address: PO Box 633

Phone: 360-679-1039

Website: http://www.skagit.edu/default.asp

Number of Children Served (12/10): 78

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, Evaluation & Assessment, IFSP Development, Direct Services

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Direct Services: Private providers

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 100

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 100

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

The SKI-HI Curriculum, The Assessment, Evaluation and Programming System materials, the HELP Program, the HANEN Program, 

Routine Based Intervention (RBI).

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

NAS Whidbey Island

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Washington: Snohomish County 

Human Services Developmental Disabilities

Address: 3000 Rockefeller, MS 305

Phone: 425-388-7114

Website: http://www1.co.snohomish.wa.us/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 648

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Four EI provider agencies; Referrals: Four EIS provider agencies take new referrals; Screening: Early Head Start 

programs, medical clinics, CHET Screeners of Dept. of Social and Health Services (DSHS); Evaluation Assessment: Four EIS service 

provider agencies; IFSP Development: Four EIS provider agencies, Direct Services: Four EIS provider agencies, three Deaf/Hard of 

Hearing Programs, one vision consultant and a behavioral consultant.

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 99

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 90

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Primary Service Provider model / Parent Coaching / Hanen / Floor time / Promoting First Relationships

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: No

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

Naval Station Everett

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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Washington: Spokane Reginal Health District

Address: 1101 W. College Ave, Rm 240

Phone: 509-324-1657

Website: http://www.srhd.org/

Number of Children Served (12/10): 378

EI Services Agency Provides:

Service Coordination, Referral, Screening, IFSP Development

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

Service Coordination: Infant Toddler Network & Family Resources Coordinators; Referrals: Community providers, school districts, 

physicians, clinics, WIC Offices, hospitals, Head Start/ECEAP/Early Head Start, and Child Care Centers; Screening: Infant Toddler 

Network, Early Head Start, school districts, providers, physicians and clinics by a person trained on our screening tool; Evaluation 

Assessment: Our providers and community partners; IFSP Development: Family Resources Coordinators with the Infant Toddler 

Network; Direct Services: Infant Toddler Network, Early Head Start, school districts.

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 60

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 80

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

Natural environments, Teaming

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: Yes

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: Yes

Military Installations:

Fairchild AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
WI AZ

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Wisconsin: Wisconsin Department of Health- Birth to 3

Address: Monroe Co DHS14301 Co Hwy B

Phone: 608-269-8630

Website: http://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/children/birthto3/contacts/countycontacts.asp

Number of Children Served (12/10): No response provided

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): No response provided

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: No response provided

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

No response provided

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No response provided

Agency Bills Medicaid: No response provided

Agency Bills Private Insurance: No response provided

Agency Bills TRICARE: No response provided

Military Installations:

Fort McCoy

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
WY AZ

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Wyoming: Early Intervention and Education Program

Address: 6101 Yellowstone Rd, Suite 220

Phone: 307-777-7115

Website: http://health.wyo.gov/ddd/earlychildhood/index.html

Number of Children Served (12/10): 1049

EI Services Agency Provides:

No response provided

Other Agencies Providing EI Services: 

No response provided

Percentage of Children Served in Natural Settings (Home/Community): 98

Percentage of Evaluations and Initial IFSP Meetings Completed Within 45 Day Timeline: 96

Examples of Evidence-Based Practices Agency Utilizes: 

The Council for Exceptional Children’s Division of Early Childhood [guidelines are] a contractual stipulation for the framework for 

services in all service provider contracts

Payment for Early Intervention Services:

Family Cost Participation Program: No

Agency Bills Medicaid: Yes

Agency Bills Private Insurance: Yes

Agency Bills TRICARE: No

Military Installations:

F. E. Warren AFB

For more information about specific installations, please visit: www.militaryinstallations.dod.mil
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National Trends

Definition of Early Intervention Services: A frequently cited definition 

is A system of coordinated services that promotes the child’s growth and 

development and supports families during the critical early years. 1 The 

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) bases eligibility for early 

intervention (EI) or Part C services on identified delays in one or more of five 

developmental domains, or an established condition (see http://nichcy.org/

laws/idea/partc). 

EI Outcomes: A high percentage of children who have received EI services 

demonstrated greater than expected growth across all measured domains. 

Over half of the children demonstrated skills within age expectations after 

completing EI programs. Parents also report positive gains and experiences 

from EI services. 

Prevalence: For the IDEA 2010 federal child count, states reported 342,821 

infants and toddlers receiving EI services. Though a slight decrease from 2009, 

it is a 76% increase since 1990. 

Funding: Federal funding for Part C services has remained approximately $439 

million annually since 2004. During this period, the number of children served 

increased approximately 25%. 

EI Personnel Shortage: Nearly all states report EI personnel shortages. 

“Personnel Shortages” was the most common reason given by states for not 

providing EI services in a timely fashion. 

Evidence-Based Practices (EBP): EBP research for EI has focused on the types 

of supports offered to children and their families as well as the locations in 

which the services are provided. A NECTAC workgroup recently developed the 

7 Principals and Practices in Natural Environments (see Fig 1). These indicate a shift towards an integrated 

team-based model that supports the role of families and creates natural learning opportunities for children. 

For example, the Primary Service Provider (PSP) model identifies one team member to provide all services 

in consultation with other professionals. Routines Based Interventions (RBI) is a family-centered model that 

embeds learning opportunities throughout the child’s daily activities. 

Natural Environments. Fall 2010 data indicates 87% of eligible children were served in home/ community 

settings. Forty-six states reported rates of 90% or higher. 

Transition from EI to School Age Services. IDEA requires the transition from Part C to Part B (school age) 

services be completed by a child’s 3rd birthday. States are improving although only 25% completed all 

transition conferences on time. A number of reasons for delays have been cited including late referrals, staff 

shortages, scheduling issues, and family circumstances. 

Infants & Toddlers with ASD. A recent study suggested ASD characteristics can be reliably identified as young 

as 12 months and a stable diagnosis made between 18-36 months, compared to the current average age of 48 

months.2 Proponents believe early identification allows children to receive services earlier which promotes 

more typical skill development. Others suggest that focusing on early identification may lead to overidentification. Identifying appropriate strategies to use with young children with ASD is an issue since most 

research has focused on older children. 

1 The Bright Tots webpage (http://www.brighttots.com/early_intervention.html), for example, uses this definition. 

Figure 1

 NECTAC 7 Principles & Practices:

1. Infants and toddlers learn best 

through every day experiences and 

interactions with familiar people in 

familiar contexts. 

2. All families, with the necessary 

supports and resources, can 

enhance their children’s learning and 

development. 

3. The primary role of the service 

provider... is to work with and support 

the family members and caregivers in a 

child’s life. 

4. The early intervention process, from 

initial contacts through transition, 

must be dynamic and individualized to 

reflect the child’s and family members’ 

preferences, learning styles and cultural 

beliefs.

5. IFSP outcomes must be functional and 

based on children’s and families’ needs 

and priorities. 

6. The family’s priorities needs 

and interests are addressed most 

appropriately by a primary provider 

who represents and receives team and 

community support. 

7. Interventions with young children 

and family members must be based on 

explicit principles, validated practices, 

best available research

2 Karen Pierce, et. al. “Detecting, Studying, and Treating Autism Early: The OneYear Well-Baby Check-Up Approach”, The Journal of Pediatrics Volume 159:3 

(September 2011): 458-465. Published online April 29, 2011.
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Early Intervention Resources

Listed below are links to agencies that provide information and resources for early intervention (EI). They are 

grouped into three main categories and several subgroups:

• National Organizations

- General 

- ASD

- E/BD

- ID

• Government Agencies

• Military Supports

- DoD-Sponsored

- Military-Related

This list adds to the resources presented in the state summary and individual provider pages. Most of the 

groups listed have their own list of suggested resources
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National Organizations

DISCLAIMER: The appearance of hyperlinks does not constitute endorsement by the Department of Defense of non-U.S. 

Government sites or the information, products, or services contained therein. While the Department of Defense may or may not use 

these sites as additional distribution channels for Department of Defense information, it does not exercise editorial control over all 

of the information that you may find at these locations. Such links are provided consistent with the stated purpose of this website. 

External websites and services may have different privacy policies than those of this website and the Department of Defense. 

Arc: http://www.thearc.org/ 

A national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and 

developmental disabilities and their families.

Center for Early Learning & Literacy (CELL): http://www.earlyliteracylearning.org/

Promotes the adoption and sustained use of evidence-based early literacy learning practices.

Early Head Start National Resource Center: http://www.ehsnrc.org/

A storehouse of early childhood expertise that promotes the building of new knowledge and the sharing of 

information.

Easter Seals: http://www.easterseals.com

Provides education, outreach, and advocacy for people living with autism and other disabilities.

Exceptional Parent Magazine: http://www.eparent.com/main_channels_military/index.asp 

Component of the Exceptional Parent website that provides information and resources related to children with 

disabilities who are members of military families.

IDEA-Part C: http://idea.ed.gov/part-c/search/new

Provides a “one-stop shop” for resources related to Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 

(IDEA) and its implementing regulations, announced on September 6, 2011

IDEA Infant & Toddler Coordinators Association: http://www.ideainfanttoddler.org/index.htm

Promotes mutual assistance, cooperation, and exchange of information and ideas in the administration of Part 

C (Early Intervention) provides support to state and territory Part C coordinators.

National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY): http://nichcy.org/

A central source of information on disabilities in infants, toddlers, children, and youth.

National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (NECTAC): http://www.nectac.org/default.asp

Works to ensure that children with disabilities (birth through 5 years) and their families receive and benefit 

from high-quality, evidence-based, culturally appropriate and family-centered supports and services.

National Early Childhood Transition Center (NECTC): http://www.hdi.uky.edu/SF/NECTC/Home.aspx

Investigates and validates practices and strategies that enhance the early childhood transition process and 

support positive school outcomes for children with disabilities.
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Parent Center Network: http://www.parentcenternetwork.org/parentcenterlisting.html

Supports the work of state and regional parent centers. (The link is to the index of parent centers for each 

state.)

Technical Assistance Center on Social Emotional Intervention for Young Children (TACSEI): http://www.

challengingbehavior.org/

Uses research that shows which practices improve the social-emotional outcomes for young children with, or 

at risk for, delays or disabilities and creates free products and resources to help decision-makers, caregivers, 

and service providers apply these best practices.

The Right Idea: http://therightidea.tadnet.org/articles

Provides information regarding the State Performance Plans (SPP) and Annual Performance Reports (APR) 

states are required to complete.

Zero To Three: http://www.zerotothree.org/about-us/funded-projects/military-families/

Informs, trains, and supports professionals, policymakers, and parents in their efforts to improve the lives of 

infants and toddlers. (The link is to its military support page.)

National Organizations Continued...
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Government Agencies

Disability.Gov: http://www.disabilityinfo.gov/

Provides access to comprehensive information about disability-related programs, services, laws, and benefits.

National Council on Disability (NCD): http://www.ncd.gov/

Advises the President, Congress, and other federal agencies regarding policies, programs, practices, and 

procedures that affect people with disabilities.

National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY): http://nichcy.org/ 

A central source of information on disabilities in infants, toddlers, children, and youth. Parents may be 

especially interest in its A Parent’s Guide: Finding Help for Young Children with Disabilities (Birth-5).
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Military Supports

Department of Defense Resources

Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA): http://www.dodea.edu/home/ 

Field activity of the Office of the Secretary of Defense, DoDEA’s mission is to plan, direct, coordinate, and 

manage the education programs for eligible dependents of U.S. military personnel and civilian personnel of the 

DoD. It publishes the Reaching and Teaching Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders: A Best Practices Guide 

that provides helpful information and resources for family members and providers working with children with 

ASD. 

Military HomeFront: http://www.militaryhomefront.dod.mil/

DoD website for official Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) program information, policy, and 

guidance designed to help troops and their families, leaders, and service providers. The site contains 

information for navigating public school systems, as well as HOMEFRONT Connections, a social networking 

tool, and the DoD Special Needs Parent Toolkit.

Military K-12 Partners: http://www.militaryk12partners.dodea.edu/index.cfm

A DoDEA partnership activity that provides information and support to increase understanding of the unique 

needs of military children as well as academic support to improve educational opportunities and outcomes for 

military children.

Military OneSource: http://www.militaryonesource.com/

Provides resources and support to active-duty, National Guard and Reserve service members and their families 

24 hours a day, 7 days a week at no cost to users.

National Resource Directory: https://www.nationalresourcedirectory.gov/education_and_training/dod_

education_programs_and_benefits

Website for connecting wounded warriors, Service Members, Veterans, and their families with those who 

support them. It provides access to services and resources at the national, state and local levels to support 

recovery, rehabilitation and community reintegration. 

USA4Military Families: http://www.usa4militaryfamilies.dod.mil/pls/psgprod/f?p=USA4:HOME:0

Engages and educates state policymakers, not-for-profit associations, concerned business interests, and other 

state leaders about the needs of military members and their families.
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Military Supports

Military-Related Resources

Blue Star Families: http://www.bluestarfam.org/

Formed by a group of military spouses in 2008 to raise awareness of the challenges of military family life with 

our civilian communities and leaders.

Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC): http://www.militarychild.org/

Focuses on ensuring quality educational opportunities for all military-connected children affected by mobility, 

family separation, and transition. The MCEC performs research, develops resources, conducts professional 

institutes and conferences, and publishes resources for all constituencies. The link is to its extensive resource 

page.

National Military Family Association: http://www.militaryfamily.org/links/

Assists military family members with understanding and accessing appropriate benefits and programs.

Specialized Training of Military Parents (STOMP): http://www.stompproject.org/

Federally funded Parent Training & Information (PTI) Center for military families who have children with special 

education or health needs.
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Glossary

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD): categorical and global term that encompasses the various syndromes 

included within disability range of autism. Often used interchangeably with autism, Asperger Syndrome, and 

pervasive developmental disorders.

Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA): a field activity of the Office of the Secretary of Defense 

with the mission to plan, direct, coordinate, and manage the education programs for eligible dependents of 

U.S. military personnel and civilian personnel of the Department of Defense.

Department of Defense Office of Community Support for Military Families with Special Needs (OSN): guides 

policy development and oversight in support of military families with special needs.

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM): publication of the American Psychiatric 

Association (APA) that contains the diagnostic criteria for all mental health disorders for children and adults, 

including autism. DSM-IV-TR is the current edition and DSM-V is expected to be published in 2013.

Dispute Resolution: under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), parents have the right to 

request mediation, file an administrative complaint, or request a due process hearing to resolve special 

education conflicts with early intervention providers.

Early Intervention (EI): a system of coordinated services that promotes the child’s growth and development 

and supports families during the critical early years.

Evidence Based Practices (EBP): interventions and service models supported by research findings and/or 

demonstrated as being effective through a critical examination of current and past practices.

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP): component within the military that provides support to military 

families that include members with exceptional needs. Each branch of the military administers its own EFMP 

for its members.

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA): federal law that requires states to identify and serve infants 

and toddlers with special needs. Part C lists the specific requirements for early intervention services.

Infant and Toddler Coordinators Association (ITCA): not-for-profit corporation organized to promote mutual 

assistance, cooperation, and exchange of information and ideas in the administration of Part C and to provide 

support to state and territory Part C coordinators.

Military Interstate Children’s Compact Commission (MICCC): created to address education transition issues 

faced by military families when they are reassigned so they are afforded the same opportunities for educational 

success as other children.

National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (NECTAC): support center funded by the U.S. Dept of 

Education, Office of Special Education Programs.
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Glossary: continued...

OCONUS Directory of Special Needs: provides information about the level of special needs services available 

in overseas military communities.

State Performance Plan (SPP)/Annual Performance Report (APR): IDEA requirement for each state to 

evaluate its implementation of IDEA and provide improvement strategies. The SPP is based on 14 indicators 

for Part C. The SPP is required to be posted on the state’s web site. States must also annually report on 

progress made towards improvement, which is the Annual Performance Report. More information is available 

at SPP/APR. 

TRICARE: health care program serving active duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, 

retirees, families and survivors worldwide.

Universal Design for Learning (UDL): principles for curriculum development that give all individuals equal 

opportunities to learn
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Appendix A

Sample Record-keeping Worksheet

Use the spaces below to keep a record of the conversations 

you have with service agencies and others regarding your child.

Problem/Topic:

Name of person or agency you talked to:

Name of your contact person (maybe same as above):

Date you called:

Phone #:

E-mail:

Results of discussion:

Action taken (if any):

Person not helpful on this topic, but may be helpful regarding (list topics/areas/issues):

Next steps (Follow up needed):
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Appendix A

Early Intervention Relocation Checklist 

Below are suggestions for making a smooth, effective transition to a new early intervention (EI)provider. A 

general suggestion is to write down the time, date, and person to whom you spoke, as well as some brief notes 

whenever you talk with someone regarding your child’s transition. A printable worksheet is provided on the 

webpage for your convenience. 

_____ Review your new location at MilitaryHOMEFRONT’s Military Installations page. 

_____ Notify current service coordinator that you are leaving and where you will be going. 

_____ Get a 3-­‐ring binder to hold service records and information; 

_____ Get copies of: 

_____ Most recent service eligibility report; 

_____ Current Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and any progress reports, including service 

 summaries from speech/language therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, etc. 

_____ Medical reports and developmental history; 

_____ Inoculation records; 

_____ Prescriptions for medications and dosages. 

_____ Write a brief summary of your child’s current program (form provided); 

_____ Record the name and contact information of your child’s current EI coordinator; 

_____ Use the Directory to identify the EI provider at your new location; 

_____ Give current EI provider contact information to the new EI provider; 

_____ Contact EFMP to learn more about EI services in new location. A list of Sample Questions is provided. 

_____ Ask current service coordinator to contact the EI provider at new location to learn more about their 

 eligibility requirements and services. A list of Sample Questions is provided. 

_____ Review your early intervention rights under Part C of IDEA. NECTAC has collected examples of parental 

 rights and safeguards under IDEA from various states which are available at Parental Rights. Your current 

 service coordinator can also answer any questions you may have. 

Notes: 

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Appendix A

EARLY INTERVENTION (EI) PROGRAM SUMMARY

Child’s Name: Date: 

Service Coordinator: 

Agency Name: Agency Phone: 

1. Please briefly describe the strengths and challenges the child demonstrates.

Strengths: 

Challenges: 

2. Please describe the things the child enjoys most (i.e. toys, people, places, activities, etc.).

 

3. Please describe activities the child’s family enjoys doing together.

4. Please list the EI services the child receives during a typical week.

Service Type Days/Week Hours/Week Location (home,clinic) Provider (therapist, coordinator)

5. Please describe activities and routines that are successful and those that are challenging for the child.

Successful: 

Challenging: 

6. Please list any additional supports the child receives (i.e. assistive technology devices, adapted materials)

 

7. Please describe the service model used by the agency. (dedicated service model; integrated team model, etc.)

 

8. Please add any comments you think would be helpful for the child’s next service providers.