Infant and Toddler Connection of Chesterfield

Early Intervention Works!

You and your child have many exciting times ahead of you!   Babies begin to learn from the moment they are born.  Every child is different.  Some children may need more help to learn than others. Early intervention means starting to work with children at a very young age.  By doing this, a learning environment is created.  The children will begin to develop the skills they will need for the rest of their lives!

Who Needs Early Intervention Programs?

Most children do things at about the same age.   Some children develop at a different pace or in different ways than others.   Early intervention programs help children with all kinds of special needs.   Some delays may be in only one area such as speech or motor development, while others are more general delays caused by conditions like Down's Syndrome or Cerebral Palsy.

What is an Early Intervention Program?

Early intervention programs work with children with special needs, ages birth through two years.  There are many programs throughout your area.  Early intervention services include occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, audiological evaluations, nutrition, respite care, assistive technology, special instructor (education) services, and other services.  Staff include physical therapists, speech pathologists, nurses and developmental specialists - all specially trained to work with children and their families.

See our Guide For Families to learn more about the Multidisciplinary Evaluation, Individualized Family Service Plans, Service Coordination, Cost, and future programs.

For more information about resources and services for
infants and toddlers with special needs please call (804) 768-7205