Children Services - Child Development Program

The Child Development Programs  are Early Intervention Programs serving children with special needs or who are at risk for delays, 0-3 years old. Our programs offer a global approach to building skills in all areas of development. A multidiciplinary team of professionals work with the children and families to build skills in socialization, fine & gross motor, speech & language, cognition, sensory organization and self help skills. Each child is evaluated upon entering the program in order to determine their skill level and establish objectives to meet over a 6-month period of time. Early evening Parent Education Meetings and Support Groups are offered regularly.

Appeals, Complaints & Comments
The Department of Developmental Services website is located at www.dds.ca.gov/complaints
The Department of Developmental Services can be reached by phone at (916) 654-1987

We offer both Home Based and Center Based Programs.

Home Visit Program

Our Home Based Program offers weekly sessions that allows the child to build skills in all areas in the most natural setting of all, the home. The teacher provides one on one stimulation to the child in order to improve their abilities in all areas of development. Families have the ability to receive parent education specific to their child’s need. Teacher offer instruction in typical child development and techniques needed to address delays. Consultation with Speech, Occupational or Physical Therapists is offered as needed.

Appointments are arranged according to the teacher and family’s schedule.

Monday through Friday - Morning to Early Evening appointments are typical.

Program Services Offered are

Developmental Evaluations
Individualized Program Plans
Developmentally appropriate activities in all areas of development
Close working relationships with professionals in the field of Child Development
Parent education
One on one contact between child and instructor

Center Based Program

Our Center Based Program is a 2½ hour class that offers the children the opportunity to socialize and interact with children their own age. This promotes learning through observing, modeling and imitating. Monitoring from Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapists are provided on a weekly basis. Families have the option to participate in the program giving them the chance to meet other families, learn techniques to use at home and keep in close communication with staff.

Morning and afternoon classes are offered.

Program Services Offered are

Developmental Evaluations
Individualized Program Plans
Developmentally appropriate activities in all areas of development
Working relationships with professionals in the field of Child Development
Socialization
Aquatic therapy (Orange only)
Intergenerational opportunities
Intergenerational Component
Parent education
Ratios of 1:3

Program Information

Who is Eligible?

Center Based Program		Home Visit Program
Children who are.....		Children who are.....
	experiencing a delay in one or more areas of development -or- at risk of delay -or- diagnosed with an established disabilities		experiencing a delay in one or more areas of development -or- at risk of delay -or- diagnosed with an established disability
	between the ages of 12 - 36 months		between the ages of birth - 36 months
	ready to socialize with other children		need one on one instruction
	appropriate for a 3:1 ratio
	medically stable to participate with other children

How Do I Enroll?

In order to enroll in the program you will need to:

1. Call to arrange an appointment with the director of the program

2. Tour the program site (center based)

3. Complete an enrollment packet which includes:

Admission Forms

Parent's Rights

Sickness Policy

Needs and Service Plan

Physician's Report (center based program)

Birth History

Who Pays For The Program?

Early Intervention services may be funded through the regional center, public school districts or county offices of education.

Early Intervention is a program provided under Part C of IDEA.  Here in the State of California services are provided under California's Early Start Program.

 

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