Is a delay in either fine motor development or gross motor development sufficient to establish the childs eligibility for the EIP?
A delay of 2 SD below the mean or 33% in either gross motor or fine motor can be sufficient to establish a child’s eligibility for the EIP. Motor development delays are often indicative of more serious underlying problems. The multidisciplinary evaluation should include a thorough assessment of the child’s motor and physical functioning, including a health and diagnostic assessment (which can be completed through a review of recent and current examinations, if available and with parental consent). The multidisciplinary evaluation team should document the extent of the motor delay, including any clinical clues and indicators of motor problems. The Department’s clinical practice guideline on motor disorders includes clinical clues and indicators of motor disorders, as well as comprehensive assessment and evaluation information. The multidisciplinary evaluation team is responsible for documenting the impact of the delay in motor development on the child’s physical development and function
