Early Intervention - ECDOH

95 Franklin Street 8th Floor Buffalo, NY 14202 www3.erie.gov/health/early-intervention-program
Early Intervention Intake
716-858-6161

Fax
716-858-7964

Primary Services
Early Identification Programs, Early Intervention for Children With Disabilities/Delays

Description
A voluntary developmental evaluation and services program offered by New York State and administered locally by the Erie County Department of Health. Serves children from birth through 2 years of age and their families where there is a high risk of delay, a suspected delay in development, or a confirmed diagnosis of developmental disability. A variety of therapeutic and support services are offered to eligible infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families.

Services for eligible children and their families include:
- Periodic developmental screening and tracking of at risk children
- Service coordination for eligible children and families
- Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs)
- Provision of early intervention services in the IFSP at no cost to parents
- Delivery of services in natural settings in the community where children of the same age are typically found, to the maximum extent appropriate

Hours
Call for information.

Eligibility
Children from birth through 2 years of age with a high risk of delay, a suspected delay in development, or a confirmed diagnosis of developmental disability. Evaluations are conducted to determine eligibility. If a child is found not eligible, parents can request developmental monitoring.

Service Area: Erie County.

Intake Process
Call.

Program Fees
Free.

Handicap Accessible?
Yes

Date of Official Change
Mar 07, 2023

Contacts
Contact Email
health@erie.gov