Resources
DBHIDS Reources
Alphabetical List of Early Intevention Service Providers
My Child Was Referred for Early Intervention … What Now?
COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 Internet Resources for Low Income Families in Philadelphia
Free diapers in Philly: 10 places mothers can get formula and supplies
Emergency Assistance Programs in Philadelphia
Resources for Individuals with Disabilities
Process to Reopen Pennsylvania
Organizations
Pennsylvania's Promise for Children - A campaign to raise awareness about the importance of providing Pennsylvania's young children with access to quality early learning opportunities.
Phone: 717.213.2074
Parent To Parent of Pennsylvania - Offers connections to other families in similar situations willing to share experiences.
Phone: 888.727.2706
Special Kids Network - Statewide referrals, information and advocacy system for health and social services.
Phone: 800.999.NORD (6673)
National Organization for Rare Disorders - A clearinghouse of information about developmental disorders, especially little-known conditions. Families can call for free fact sheets.
Phone: 800.999.NORD (6673)
Child Care Information Services of Philadelphia (CCIS) - An information source for finding and paying for child care. There are five CCIS offices in Philadelphia.
Phone: 888.461.KIDS (5437)
Cap4Kids - Up-to-date information about resources in the Philadelphia area for children and families.
Philadelphia Housing Authority - Provides safe and affordable housing for low-income residents in Philadelphia. Its two main housing programs are the Housing Choice Voucher Program and Public Housing.
Section 8 - A voucher project that provides a healthy and safe place to rent for a reasonable cost. The amount of assistance is based on the income level of a particular applicant and his or her family.
Women, Infant and Children (WIC) - Supplemental nutrition program.
Phone: 800.942.9467
Cradles to Crayons - Provides children from birth to age 12 living in low-income and homeless situations with the essential items they need to thrive - at home, at school and at play. Items are free of charge. For more information, contact your Service Coordinator.
Phillyfun4kids - Resource for activities and events for children in Philadelphia and surrounding areas.
Email:
Families First - Free empowerment training on the basics of early intervention and the special education system
in Philadelphia.
Phone: 215.204.1772
Email:
Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP) - Provides transportation to medical appointments for Medical Assistance recipients who do not have transportation available to them.
Phone: 267.515.6400
Education Law Center - Lawyers and paralegals who focus on free and appropriate public education services assist parents with educational problems and answer questions. Call for their valuable handbook, "The Right to Special Education in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Parents." The handbook covers your child's rights from birth to age 21.
Phone: 215.238.6970
PA Special Education Mediation Services / Office of Dispute Resolution - If local efforts in resolving conflicts about early intervention services have been unsuccessful, free help is available to families.
Phone: 800.992.4334, press option 3, or 800.222.3353, press option 3.
Forms and Information for Download
Individualized Family Service Plan
Problem Solving in Early Intervention
Autism 123: Resources and Information for Families Raising Children with Autism
How to Request an Early Intervention Evaluation
Anyone who has a concern about a child's development can make a referral for a multi-disciplinary evaluation to determine eligibility for services. Physicians, social workers, case managers and parents can start the process by calling the City of Philadelphia's Early Intervention Intake Department at 215.685.4646.
Infant Toddler Early Intervention During COVID-19 Tele-Intervention services are now available Services can be provided by phone or video. Early Interventions is a free, voluntary program that can help families who have concerns about a child’s development, learning, and behavior.
After a referral is made, a virtual Multidisciplinary Evaluation will take place. If found eligible for services, the family will be part of a team that develops an individualized family service plan.
To get started email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 215-685-4646.
We are focused on quality care for all participants and ensuring organizational preparedness, including our employee’s health and wellness. We are continuing to provide services to our clients and are ensuring extra preventive and precautionary measures are in place based on guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Philadelphia Department of Public Health. If you have a specific question about CHILDLINK services, please contact 215.731.2100.
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