EI
Early Intervention Program (ages 0–3)
In short
Free evaluation and services (speech, physical/occupational therapy, special instruction) at home or daycare for infants/toddlers with delays. Children under 3 with a developmental delay or diagnosed condition.
- What you get
- Free evaluation and services (speech, physical/occupational therapy, special instruction) at home or daycare for infants/toddlers with delays.
- Who qualifies
- Children under 3 with a developmental delay or diagnosed condition.
- Income limit (2026)
- none — no cost to families regardless of income (insurance may be billed).
- Papers to gather
- Child's birth certificate/age proof, insurance info if any, medical records if available.
- Renewal
- Services reviewed every 6 months; transitions to CPSE at age 3.
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