Transparency Early Intervention for Infants & Toddlers
The Early Intervention Program for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities was enacted in 1986 under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA; 20; U.S.C., Section 1431 et seq.). This program is California’s response to federal legislation ensuring that early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities ages birth to three years old and their families are provided in a coordinated, family-centered system of services that are available statewide.
Infants and toddlers from birth to age 36 months may be eligible if they meet one of the criteria listed below:
- Have a developmental delay of at least 25% in one or more areas of
- cognitive,
- communication: expressive & receptive,
- social or emotional,
- adaptive,
- or physical and motor development including vision and hearing; OR
- Have an established risk condition of known etiology, with a high probability of resulting in delayed development; OR
- Be considered at high risk of having a substantial developmental disability due to a combination of biomedical risk factors of which are diagnosed by qualified personnel.
Qualifying developmental disabilities include conditions closely related to or requiring treatment similar to that of intellectual disability
- Intellectual disability
- Cerebral palsy
- Epilepsy
- Autism
Provisional Eligibility for Children Under 5
Children from birth to age 4 may qualify for provisional eligibility if they:
- Demonstrate significant functional limitations in at least two of the following areas:
- Self-care
- Receptive and expressive language
- Learning
- Mobility
- Self-direction
- This provisional status allows access to services until the child’s fifth birthday. At that time, a reassessment is conducted to determine eligibility for ongoing services.
Early Start Program-Children Birth to 36 Months
The Early Start program is California’s early intervention program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. Early Start services are available statewide and are provided in a coordinated, family-centered system.
Parents know their children better than anyone. The first three years are very important in a child’s life. If a parent, family member, caregiver, or professional has a concern about a child’s development, it is best to identify the concern as soon as possible.
Families whose infants or toddlers have developmental delay or disabilities, or are at risk for developmental delay or disabilities, may qualify for early intervention services via the Early Start program.
The single point of entry to early intervention services is the regional center in your local area. All infants and toddlers potentially eligible for a regional center program will be evaluated by the regional center to determine eligibility for Early Start.
Early Start Standardized Information Packet
In partnership with the Department of Developmental Services (DDS), and other community partners, the San Gabriel/Pomona Regional Center (SG/PRC) welcomes you to the Early Start Program.
Early Start Services are available statewide and are provided in a coordinated, family centered system. We are committed to promoting your child’s developmental progress as you navigate through your unique journey. Your family is our priority, and we look forward to partnering with you and supporting you.
View a comprehensive overview of the Early Start Program.
To refer a child under the age of 3 years old, please contact our Early Start Intake Department via email or by calling our main number.
Please include the following information:
- Individual’s Home Address
- Individual’s Name
- Contact Telephone Number
- Individual’s Date of Birth
| Early Start Intake Email | Early Start Intake Line |
|---|---|
| ESIntakeReferrals@sgprc.org | (909) 710-8675 Please ask to speak to a Referral Specialist |