NYC Early Intervention Program
An overview of New York City’s Early Intervention Program, including referrals, eligibility, services and information for families.
RESOURCES
Early Intervention Resources
Helpful information, official program guidance and practical resources for families, Early Intervention professionals, physicians and referral sources.
A to Z Child Development has worked within New York City’s Early Intervention system since 2015. We have organized commonly used resources here to make important program information easier to find.
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Resources for Families
Official information and practical guides to help families understand Early Intervention, participate in their child’s plan and prepare for each stage of the program.
Getting started
Information for Families
Family-centered information about participating in Early Intervention, everyday routines, working with providers, family resources and transition from the program.
Developmental Monitoring
Information about NYC’s monitoring program for infants and toddlers who may be at risk for developmental delays but may not currently require Early Intervention services.
Available in multiple languagesFamily rights & the IFSP
Your Family Rights in Early Intervention
Information about parent rights, participation, confidentiality and protections within the Early Intervention Program.
Available in multiple languagesFind “Your Family Rights in Early Intervention” and its translations on the official family page.
Working with Your Individualized Family Service Plan Team: Important Information for Parents
Information for parents about participating in the IFSP process and working with the Early Intervention team.
Find the IFSP guide on the official NYC family page.
Child development
Early Help Matters
Family-friendly information about child development and when developmental concerns may warrant additional support.
Available in multiple languagesFind “Early Help Matters” and its translations on the official family page.
Transitioning out of Early Intervention
Moving to Preschool / Preschool Special Education
Information about preschool special education and the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE), including the transition process for children leaving Early Intervention.
Available in multiple languagesQuestions or concerns
Early Intervention Questions or Concerns
Contact information for NYC Early Intervention regional offices and Consumer Affairs, along with resources for families who have questions or concerns about evaluation, services or transition.
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View the complete NYC Early Intervention family resource collection — Leaves azchild.com; opens in a new tabResources for Early Intervention Providers
Official policies, forms, training and operational resources for Early Intervention professionals working in New York City.
NYC policies & forms
NYC Early Intervention: Information for Providers
NYC Early Intervention information for agencies and individual providers, including provider requirements, referrals, directories, family-centered practices and transition resources.
NYC Early Intervention Provider Policies, Procedures and Forms
The central NYC resource for current Early Intervention procedures, forms, oversight materials, evaluation documents, Service Coordination forms and service documentation.
NYC Early Intervention Policy and Procedure Manual
The official NYC Early Intervention Policy and Procedure Manual covering program operations and requirements.
Open the Policy and Procedure Manual from the maintained policies and forms page.
Training
NYC Early Intervention Professional Development and Trainings
Professional development, training opportunities and technical assistance for NYC Early Intervention clinicians, Service Coordinators and administrators.
Check the official page for current training availability and learning-system updates.
Service Coordination & transition
NYC Document Transfer System Resources
Guidance and training for Service Coordinators transmitting Early Intervention transition documents to NYC Public Schools.
See “Document Transfer System (DTS)” on the official provider page.
For the most current requirements, forms and policy updates, always refer to the issuing NYC or NYS agency.
Back to resource navigation ↑Resources for Physicians & Referral Sources
Official tools for healthcare professionals, childcare providers and community organizations identifying developmental concerns or referring children to Early Intervention.
Healthcare professionals
NYC Early Intervention Public Health Action Kit
A collection of referral tools and Early Intervention resources designed for clinicians and other professionals working with infants and toddlers.
Clinicians’ Guide: The Early Intervention Program in New York City
A practical overview of New York City’s Early Intervention Program for healthcare professionals working with children from birth to age 3.
Clinicians’ Algorithm: Before and After Referral to Early Intervention
A quick-reference tool for clinicians considering an Early Intervention referral and supporting families after referral.
Diagnosed Conditions with a High Probability of Developmental Delay
The official NYC collection links to the Early Intervention reference for diagnosed conditions associated with a high probability of developmental delay.
Find the diagnosed conditions list under “Tools for Health Care Providers.”
At-Risk Conditions
The official reference for conditions that may warrant referral to NYC Early Intervention Developmental Monitoring.
Find “At-Risk Conditions” under “Tools for Health Care Providers.”
Early Intervention Referral Information
Official NYC information for families and professional referral sources about referring infants and toddlers to Early Intervention or Developmental Monitoring.
Childcare & community referral sources
Developmental Monitoring
Information about NYC’s monitoring program for infants and toddlers who may be at risk for developmental delays but may not currently require Early Intervention services.
Available in multiple languagesResources for Child Care Providers
Information for childcare professionals about developmental concerns, Early Intervention and supporting children receiving services in childcare settings.
Available in multiple languagesSee “Tools for Child Care Providers” in the official action kit.
Linking Infants and Toddlers in Child Care to Early Intervention
Guidance for childcare professionals on recognizing concerns and connecting young children and families with Early Intervention.
Available in multiple languagesFind this guide under “Tools for Child Care Providers” in the official action kit.
PROGRAM RULES & OFFICIAL GUIDANCE
Official Early Intervention Program Reference
For authoritative program requirements, policies and regulations, refer directly to the issuing government agency.
About these resources
A to Z Child Development provides these links as a convenience for families and professionals. Program rules, forms and guidance may change. For current and authoritative requirements, please refer to the New York City or New York State agency that issued the resource.
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