Why Is Early Identification Important?
Autism & Development Delay
-1 in 3 children who received early intervention go on to not demonstrate a disability or need special education services
-Maximizes potential in communication, cognition, and pre-academic skills while the brain is malleable and programmed to make connections
-Helps children acquire essential skills, potentially reducing the severity of symptoms and enhancing the ability to learn and adapt.
-Enables children to access more opportunities to be independent
Communication:
-Children typically master basic language skills by 5. However, full development of speech and language continues into late childhood and early adolescence
-Helps children understand and develop relationships with peers
-Helps children express their wants and needs
-Supports children in advocating for themselves
-Reduces frustration and behavioral challenges
-Helps children participate successfully in daily routines
-Increases access to school based curriculum
Family Support
-Provides direct supports and collaboration with families to provide personalized therapy that meets child and family needs
-Supports families in identifying community and medical resources
-Helps families learn to navigate school and medical systems
-Helps families learn to advocate for their children
-Helps families understand and support their child's strengths and areas in need of support
-Reduces family stress as children become more expressive and independent