I think my child may not be developing at the same rate as other children their age. How can they get Early Intervention services?
If you are in question of your child’s development, or you have been told that your child has a medical condition that can cause developmental delays, their pediatrician can help with establishing Early Intervention services. Each locality in Virginia has a “central point of entry” to the Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia. Most pediatricians are aware of Virginia’s Early Intervention system, and have the contact information for your locality, also known as the local Infant & Toddler Connection system. You may also dial 2-1-1 (toll free) for information about your local Infant & Toddler Connection. Once the call has been placed to your local Infant & Toddler Connection system, they will work with you to arrange for an evaluation of your child to determine eligibility. This is often called an intake evaluation. Rely on parental intuition and never be afraid to approach your child’s pediatrician with your concerns. Early Intervention services provide your child the best opportunity
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