Early Intervention

The Early Intervention Program provides developmental-related services to children from birth to three years of age who either have developmental delays or have a diagnosis with a high probability for developing delays (for examples, Downs Syndrome, Spina Bifada, Autism, and Cerebral Palsy).

Services include:

• Developmental Evaluations
• Individualized Program Development
• Special Instruction
• Specialized Therapy Sessions
• Parent Resources

Teaching is based on the child's needs, with a focus on the family. Sessions are provided in the home, at a daycare center, or other natural environments. Each child's individualized program plan may include play activities to develop social, language, motor, self-help, and cognitive skills. These developmental activities are based on input from a Special Educator, and as needed, a Speech, Physical, or Occupational Therapist. Parents and caretakers participate in the special instruction and therapy visits.

Early Intervention services are provided in Madison, Morgan, and Lawrence Counties in the individual's homes, daycares, and other natural environments. These services are provided at no cost to the family. For more information about this program, please contact our central office at 256.350.1458 or email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Referrals

Referrals may be initiated by parents, physicians, health professionals, or other agencies. To make a referral, call 256.350.1458 or Child Find at 800.543.3098.

Certification

The Early Intervention Program is certified and monitored by the Alabama Department of Mental Health (DMH) and the Early Intervention Unit of the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS). Funding for this program is provided by ADMH, United Way, and Part C through ADRS.