Early intervention is the term used to describe a range of services for young children experiencing a delay in some area of their development. Services may include home visits, speech therapy, physical therapy, or other specialized services based on the needs of the child and family. Getting access to early intervention as soon as possible can have a significant impact on a child’s ability to learn new skills and overcome challenges.
- If you are concerned about your child’s development, the first step is to talk to your child’s doctor.
- Parents can track their child’s development by using the CDC Milestone Tracker App or Ages & Stages Sparkler App.
- Parents who are pregnant or have a child under the age of 3 years old in Ohio should sign up for Help Me Grow Early Intervention programs.
- Children over the age of 3 years old can receive free special education services through their local public school system.
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