Public schools and community colleges are other resources. If there are no developmental centers in your area, many helpful books are available. The evaluation to determine whether your child is eligible for early intervention is free of charge if performed by a state authorized entity. Check with your state's early intervention center for information about authorized service providers and financial obligations. Frequently, there is little or no cost to parents for these services.
Children develop according to their individual timetables.
Early intervention may help encourage and accelerate development. The four main areas of development are gross and fine motor skills, language, self help and social development. Milestones are essential as prerequisite stepping stones to each new level of maturity. Early intervention benefits children with Down syndrome by helping to prevent developmental delays that may occur. Health factors play a major role in a child's achievement.