Early Intervention Process
01.
Referral
If a parent suspects child has a developmental delay, call 311 to refer your child to the NYC Early Intervention Program.
02.
Initial Service Coordination
An initial service coordinator will be assigned and will provide you with information on the program and coordinate with you for your child to be evaluated.
03.
Evaluation
An evaluation determines eligibility for the program and gathers information for the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
04.
IFSP Meeting
If the child is eligible, a written plan is developed to provide specific early intervention services including identifying an ongoing service coordinator. Family and EI official meet and agree to the IFSP. Service then will start after the IFSP.
05.
IFSP Review
A 6 month review and an annual review occurs to determine if services will continue, be added, modified or deleted.
06.
Transition
Plan for transition included in the IFSP. Transition to Services under Section 4410 of Education Law ( 3-5 year old) or other early childhood services as needed.
