Early Intervention Services
ESD 112 Early Head Start
Early Head Start provides comprehensive child and family development services for low-income pregnant women and families with infants and toddlers ages birth to three years. For more information on our Early Head Start programs, please contact us at 360-952-3466
Washington State Department of Children Youth and Families.
Early intervention services are designed to enable children birth to 3 with developmental delays or disabilities to be active and successful during the early childhood years and in the future in a variety of settings—in their homes, in child care, in preschool or school programs, and in their communities. 360-725-3500
Innovative Services NW
Children require a wide range of learning experiences in order to gain skills and abilities that will help them to grow. Our early intervention (EI) specialists typically work with children from infancy to age three in order to address any needs or delays in their developmental process (360) 823-5150
Additional Resources
Go Baby Go
National, community-based research, design and outreach program that provides modified ride-on cars to children birth to age 3 who experience limited mobility.
WIC (Women Infants and Children)
The Official WIC program is available to low to moderate income pregnant women, recently delivered women, breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk. 360-397-8459
Sea Mar Maternity Services
Infant Case Manager
Provides support and guidance in the care of your new infant and the care of your family from the time your baby is 2-3 months old through his or her first birthday (for those who qualify).
Helps you become self-sufficient in gaining access to medical, social, educational and other services you might need. (360) 852-9092
Washington Apple Health
In Washington State, Medicaid is called Apple Health. Apple Health provides preventative care, like cancer screenings, treatment for diabetes and high blood pressure, and many other health care services.
DDA (Developmental Disabilities Administration)
Nurture Northwest
Every new parent needs support. Nurture Northwest provides personal mentors for new parents with weekly check-ins from the third trimester through baby's first birthday. It's free and confidential, and it all happens through text.
Child Development Services provide early intervention services designed to meet the needs of a specific child.
Birth to three services are designed to meet the developmental needs of each eligible child and the needs of the family related to enhancing the child’s development.
Services may include specialized instruction, speech-language pathology, occupational therapy, physical therapy, assistive technology, and vision services. Services are provided in natural environments to the maximum extent appropriate.
https://youtu.be/Z5Bf6kRxgzI
Early Intervention and Special education Preschool
Head Start – ECEAP
ECEAP serves children from ages 3-5 and families who are income-eligible, as well as children who have a diagnosed disability. ECEAP offers part-day part-year programs that are funded by the state of Washington. 360-896-9912
Innovative Services NW
Innovative’s Early Learning and Child Care Program provides quality education and day care for all children, age 1-5 years old. We serve children who are typically developing as well as those with special needs. (360) 823-5157
Evergreen Public Schools – Special Education
Free Developmental Screenings are available for children ages birth through five.
Children are screened in the areas of motor, concepts, speech and language by professionals. A hearing and vision screening may also be done. Developmental screening can identify children who are in need of further evaluation and/or participation in early intervention or early childhood services that address their areas of need.
For children ages 3-5 years, please call Special Services at 360-604-6700
Vancouver Public Schools – Special Services
Children ages 3 to 5 may be served in a variety of program models. Through the district’s Early Childhood Education Program, children receive individualized education in small-class settings to develop communication, motor, cognition, self-help and/or social skills.
Battleground Public Schools – Special Education
If you have a child who you think might have a disability requiring special education instruction or significant accommodations at school, or if you know of such a child, please feel free to call the Battle Ground Public Schools Special Education Office at (360) 885-5318.
Camas Public Schools – Integrated Preschool
An integrated preschool program for children ages 3–5 years, with and without special needs. For more information about Camas Integrated Preschool, contact the Camas School District registrar at 360-833-5510. If you have questions about your child’s development, contact CSD Special Services at 360-833-5570.
Ridgefield Public Schools
The Ridgefield Public Schools provides a continuum of special education and related services for students who require specially designed, high-quality instruction to enhance each student’s academic, social/emotional, physical, and behavioral development in the least restrictive environment. (203) 894.5550
Hockinson School District
Please contact Jenny Ristau at 360-448-6415 or jenny.ristau@hocksd.org for Early Childhood Special Education services (free of charge) for our resident children, ages 3-5 years who qualify under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
Washougal School District
For children 3-5, we offer a developmental preschool for qualifying children If you need assistance, please contact the Department of Special Education Administrative Assistant, Melissa Cleveland at 360-954-3020.
La Center School District
Special education programs for eligible students will be an integral part of the general educational programs of this district, and will be operated in compliance with federal and state requirements governing special education. The district will provide a continuum of placement options, which may include services within and outside the district depending on the student’s needs.
If you need further information or assistance please contact:
Kellie Braaten (kellie.braaten@lacenterschools.org), Secretary to the Director of Special Education, 360-263-5931. ext. 211
Peter Rosenkranz (peter.rosenkranz@lacenterschools.org), Director of Special Education, 360-263-5931, ext. 219
Additional Special Education Resources
Office of Education Ombudsman (OEO)
OEO facilitates the resolution of individual complaints regarding issues or concerns that impact any student in Washington’s public school system. They provide public information, consultation, and referrals regarding the Washington State public education system. Call 866-297-2597 for more information.
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS)
OSERS understands that many challenges still facing individuals with disabilities and their families. Therefore, OSERS is committed to improving results and outcomes for people with disabilities of all ages. OSERS supports programs that serve millions of children, youth and adults with disabilities.
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI)
OSPI, Department of Special Education, is here to fulfill the requirements of the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which ensures that all children with disabilities have access to a free and appropriate public education. Special education in serves approximately 130,000 students in Washington state. To talk with a liaison call 360-725-6075.
Partners for Action Voices for Empowerment (PAVE)
PAVE helps parents and professionals understand and advocate for individuals with a disability in the special education system. Call 800-5-PARENT (800-572-7368)
Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC)
SEAC helps facilitate the provision of special education and related services. Their by-laws describe SEAC goals, focus, and responsibilities.
Special Education Support Center (SESC)
SECS provides training for educators, parents, and service organizations. We collaborate with numerous organizations to assure effective support for students with disabilities.
Special Education Technology Center (STEC)
Supporting special needs students and families of special needs students who formally receive special education services and may require assertive technology to access their education.