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A woman does speech therapy with a young boy who has Down Syndrome

Speech Services

Speech services include assessment of and therapy for communication...

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Counseling Services

Counseling services may be provided when a person or his/her family member require a deeper understanding of social or psychological problems that are associated with the developmental disability and that adversely affects an individual’s living...

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PHYSICAL AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES

Physical and/or Occupational Therapy services are prescribed by a physician and provided under the supervision of an accredited and licensed physical or occupational therapist. These services are provided to individuals who have significant deficits in the...

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Guidelines for Obtaining Services

• The planning team determines needed services. • Services authorized for payment by the regional center will be included in the individual’s IFSP or IPP. • Prior to authorization of regional center funding, an exploration of the availability of...

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Transition: Who will be there?

Advance planning can ensure that children have a smooth transition from Early Start to other...

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Eligibility at Age 3 for Schools and Regional Centers

Some children who transition from Early Start may continue to need supports and services. Your child may qualify for services through the school district and/or the regional center. If your child qualifies for special education, it does not mean that she/he...

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Statutes and Regulations

See the laws and regulations regarding education of children at age...

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Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

The SSI program pays benefits to adults and children with disabilities who have limited income and resources....