What Happens after Early Intervention?
As a parent, it can be pretty scary when your child’s early intervention services come to an end. The transition can be even more daunting when a child is still delayed in one or more areas of development, or parents are awaiting a developmental evaluation to confirm Autism Spectrum Disorder. Parents don’t want to lose the personalized support and parent coaching. And they shouldn’t have to.
Many families feel that Early Intervention has been a lifeline, offering not just support but also a sense of hope and direction. The strategies and recommendations provided by dedicated Early Intervention Specialists have become integral parts of daily life, guiding parents through the challenges and triumphs of supporting their child’s development.
But as their little one approaches their third birthday, the clock starts ticking. The transition from Early Intervention to the public school system looms, and with it comes a wave of uncertainty. While hopeful for continued support, many families encounter unexpected hurdles. Despite ongoing developmental delays, far too many children are deemed ineligible for public school services, leaving parents feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about their child’s path forward. Moreover, even if a child does qualify for public school services, the support often lacks the comprehensive parent coaching model provided by Early Intervention.
It’s a scenario that too many parents find themselves in: fearing regression and the loss of hard-won progress. At Village of Littles, we understand the unique challenges that families face when transitioning out of Early Intervention. Our mission is simple yet profound: to bridge the gap between the end of Early Intervention and the ongoing support your child deserves.
Village of Littles is here to offer continuous and enduring support beyond the conclusion of Early Intervention. Additionally, we are committed to assisting you in accessing community resources in your vicinity, including diagnostic physicians and in-person therapeutic facilities for services such as Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy.
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