Early Start Program
Your Baby’s Development
Babies develop at different rates and in different ways. Every baby is unique. If you or your doctor suspect that your baby’s development is delayed, help is available through California’s Early Start Program. You may refer your child at any time.
What is Early Start?
Early Start is California’s response to federal legislation ensuring that services to eligible infants and toddlers are coordinated and family-centered. It is a statewide system of early intervention services for infants and toddlers from birth to 36 months of age. This program is coordinated by regional centers and public school districts.
DDS Early Start Resources and Brochures
TCRC Early Start Information Packet – English
TCRC Early Start Information Packet – Spanish
DDS Information Packet for Consumers and Families
Service Descriptions
General descriptions of services provided by regional centers.
Other Early Start Resources
Local educational agencies and Family Resource Centers offer a network of support
Payment for Services
There is no cost for evaluation, assessment and service coordination. Public or private health insurance is accessed for medically necessary therapy services
The Early Start Team
Who’s on your team? We are
Services in the Early Start Program
Help your eligible child and family get off to an early start
Who is Eligible for Early Start?
Children with a disability or developmental delay can benefit from Early Start Services
