WHO DO WE SERVE? Early Intervention is available to all families living in the City of Kawartha Lakes. Any infant or toddler who is at risk of having a problem related to growth and development can be referred to the Infant and Child Development Program sponsored by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Kawartha Lakes. Any child from the age of 30 months to 12 years can be referred to the Early Childhood Resource Program sponsored by Community Living Kawartha Lakes. Parents, doctors, public health nurses, other community agencies, childcare centres and schools can make referrals. Parental consent is preferred before accepting a referral from a professional source or community agency.
WHO TO REFER? 3 Any infant, toddler, preschool or school
age child with a diagnosis such as Down Syndrome or other genetic or neurological issue potentially resulting in long-term learning challenges.
3 Any infant experiencing a problem related
to the pregnancy or birth such as prematurity, birth trauma, neonatal abstinence syndrome, or other neonatal illness.
HOW TO MAKE A REFERRAL? A simple phone call to either the Boys & Girls Club or Community Living will connect you with the appropriate consultant after obtaining some information. A written referral can also be mailed, faxed or e-mailed to the appropriate agency. Don’t worry about exact ages – we will sort that part out before calling you for the initial home visit.
3 Infants,toddler,preschool or school age
experiencing the effects of trauma/ abuse, attachment disorders, parental mental health concerns, parental learning challenges.
3 Any situation where parents request
additional guidance and support if experiencing difficulties coping with their infant, toddler or preschooler.
3 Any family identifying concerns about their child’s early development, especially related to speech and language or schoolreadiness skills.
3 Any infant, toddler, preschool or school
age child requiring additional supports within the childcare setting – home or centre-based.
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