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What is the process that a family will experience when referring to a Child Study Team?
A written request should be submitted to your local school district’s CST requesting an evaluation. This can be done as early as 120 days prior to a child’s third birthday (and any time thereafter). The letter should state the child’s age, program placement and...
What will happen when a family calls Early Intervention for services?
Early intervention services are designed to address a problem or delay in development as early as possible. The services are available for children up to age three. Contracted agencies serve as the Early Intervention Program providers (EIPs) and arrange for early...
How and where do I get a child evaluated if there are concerns?
There are a few routes to examine when considering evaluations for a child. There are private evaluations (medical and/or individualized therapeutic) and system-based evaluations (Early Intervention or through the public school system). Early Intervention is the...
A family I work with has concerns about their child’s behaviors, where should I refer them for help?
If the child is under age 3, please share the NJ Early Intervention System (NJEIS) information, which can be found here:If the child is over the age of 3 and the family is hoping to receive services at the school, please share the NJ Child Find information found here:...
Where can I find mental health support for children 0-5?
Please see our Birth to Five Provider Directory:If you do not find an appropriate provider in your area, please email: WHO/WHERE?
Does intervening early really demonstrate good outcomes for young children and families?
Yes! In fact, we know that early intervention works. Evidence-informed IECMH interventions demonstrate a return of $3.64 per dollar invested. We also know that positive early relationships and experiences have a lasting impact on a child's health, behavior, and...
Do young children really need mental health support?
Yes, an estimated 10-16% of young children experienced mental health difficultiesThis rises to 22% for infants and children living in poverty. Two million infants and toddlers in United States live in poverty. As early experiences shape the architecture of the...