Who will not be eligible for Infant Toddler Program under the new eligibility definition?
A child who does not have a specific delay or established condition as described above, but who has other risk factors, is likely not eligible, but only the Childrens Developmental Services Agency (CDSA) can determine this for sure. Examples of risk factors that may be ineligible include premature birth (gestational age of 27 weeks or more or birth weight of 1000 grams or more), children of very young mothers, and children in high risk family environments. There are other community programs such as the Child Service Coordination Programs with the Health Departments that will continue to provide support and developmental monitoring for many of these children and families. The Infant-Toddler Program is committed to helping families meet their childrens needs. If a child is found to be not eligible for the Infant Toddler Program, the CDSA staff will, with parental consent, make a referral to the Child Service Coordination Program, and ensure that families are linked with other appropriate
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