The program provides free evaluation and case management assistance to families who are concerned about their child’s development. It is intended for younger children under 3. Ask your child’s doctor for a referral, and a social worker will contact you. Go to www.nyc.gov and type “early intervention” in the search bar to learn more.
Write to your local CPSE if you are worried about your 3-5-year-old’s development. The support process begins with the CPSE and your “initial referral” letter. Emailing the letter to seek an evaluation is required. Check out this letter template or look up the quick links below. Find your district and CPSE at Find a School Tool. For more information, go to www.nyc.gov and type “Preschool Special Education.”.
If your 6- to 17-year-old child is experiencing behavioral or academic issues, ask your school’s principal to evaluate your child. This will help you and the school make a program of services and support that fits your child’s needs. Use this letter template to get what you need, or look up the quick links below.
Quick links
Updated on February 9, 2024.
Child and family development experts visit both public and private preschools for on-site consultations. Consultants keep an eye on kids, meet with directors and teachers, run workshops, and give parents advice. If needed, they can also send parents to child development specialists for testing and services. Call (212) 690-7234 to get in touch. Visit jewishboard.org/listing/harlem-child-development-center
Early childhood programs provide therapy and lessons at centers or at home for children from low-income families, with disabilities, or who have experienced trauma or homelessness. Program locations include East Harlem and Upper Yorkville, as well as home-based programs. Learn more at a-b-c.org/early-childhood.
Through their helpline, they provide individualized, direct assistance. Reach them at (212) 677-4660. Access workshops and resources at includenyc.org.
Their specialists help children struggling in school or experiencing discrimination in their learning programs. Get help at (866) 427-6033. Access resources at advocatesforchildren.org.
They advise and represent public and charter school students facing school challenges. Call (917) 661-4500 for an intake in any language. Learn more at legalservicesnyc.org
Updated on February 9, 2024