Sponsored
by First Steps, a program for
families
with children prenatal through kindergarten.
Early
Childhood Connections in conjunction with the Project ECHO Screening
and Evaluation Program offers in-depth developmental evaluations
using certified therapists and early childhood special educators for
children less than three years of age if a problem in development in
suspected.
A
Service Coordinator helps the family assess their resources and
identify needed services such as therapy or Family Support Services.
The
Individual Family Services Plan identifies the child's needs and the
family's priorities for their child.
The
plan is reviewed at least every six months.
Together
the family and Service Provider develop a Transition Plan to prepare
for a change from infant/toddler services to preschool special
education services.
Service
Providers:
Therapists
and earl childhood special educators if funding is secured.
Community Connections Service Coordinator.
Ages
Served:
Birth
to three years
Hours
of Operation:
Varies
Contact:
276-5700
You
can visit Upper Arkansas Tri-County Coalition website here:
http://www.upperarkansasecc.com
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