Early Intervention
Program Description
Early Intervention (EI) serves children from birth to three years of age. These children range from at-risk infants with drug or alcohol exposure to children with mild to severe developmental delays. Services available include occupational, physical, speech and developmental therapy, family support and training, multi-discipline playgroups, child-find screenings, evaluation and assessment, referral and transition planning. The EI program also serves children who were in the program beyond the age of three, during the transition period to their school district services. All programs are staffed with professionals who work as a team to best help the child and his/her family. Services are provided to stimulate the motor, language, cognitive and social development of the children in order to promote their functional independence and ensure the fullest integration possible into their community living environment.
When and Where Services are Delivered
Early Intervention Center is located at:
4125 Oakton
Skokie, IL 60076
www.mapquest.com
Services are provided Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. A therapist will provide services at the Early Intervention Center, the child’s home or day care. The parent determines the site of the services. All playgroups are conducted at the Early Intervention Center.
Eligibility Requirement / Application Process
Referrals to SHORE Early Intervention are made through Child and Family Connections (CFC). For the CFC in your area call 1-800-585-1953. The CFC Service Coordinator will arrange an evaluation to determine eligibility and the type of services needed.
Note: Children may be referred directly to the Early Intervention Program before or after the age of three. Contact the EI program for further information.
Questions can be directed to the Early Intervention Coordinator
Phone: (847) 674-0839 ext. 10
Fax: (847) 674-1254.
Intake Process
- Referrals are obtained from the CFC or other sources
- CFC submits admission information
- EI Coordinator and Therapist review
- Parents are contacted to arrange days/times of therapy
- Completion of Intake Packet
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