Appendix A

The Early Intervention Program (EIP) is a public program for infants and toddlers with special needs. Children with diagnosed conditions that lead to developmental delays (such as Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, etc.) are eligible for the EIP. Children with no diagnosis who have delays in development may be eligible for the EIP if their delays are serious enough.

If you have concerns about your child's development, you can call the Orange County Early Intervention Program at 1-800–522–5006 to refer your child. Someone else can help you make the referral to the Early Intervention Program if you wish. If your child is found to be eligible for services by someone approved to perform this evaluation, you, Orange County staff, and other team members will make a plan to help your child – and your family.

Early intervention services in your plan and authorized by Orange County are provided at no cost to you. The county will arrange for the services to be provided and will choose the provider based on the needs of your child and family. Your child's health insurance may be used to cover some of the costs. All other costs for EIP services are paid for by your county and New York State.

Early intervention services are provided where it's best for the child – in places such as your home, day care, or other community settings. The EIP covers the cost of early intervention services only. The EIP does not pay for day care of other fees charged by community settings.

Dynamic Center Inc. and Dynamic Therapy & Learning are approved by New York State and have a contract with Orange County, NY.