If you have concerns about your child's development, you can refer the child for a developmental screening or evaluation. Early childhood experts from your local school district will contact you.
A referral through Help Me Grow as soon as developmental concerns are identified ensures the best outcomes possible.
There are certain concerns regarding a young child’s development, often called red flags, which are cause for immediate referral through Help Me Grow. You can also refer a child if you see the child is not developing like most other children.
It’s easy to refer a child. Simply complete one of the confidential online forms below for parents, professionals, or friends and family.
The family will be contacted by their local school district after the referral. They will discuss the parents’ concerns about their child’s development and arrange for a developmental screening or evaluation, if needed.
About Help Me Grow
Help Me Grow has many resources about the development of young children for parents, professionals, and others who interact with young children. These resources include information on developmental milestones, YouTube videos, caregiver strategies to support development, screening and evaluation, and how to talk about developmental concerns.
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After Referral
After referring a child, the family will be contacted by the local school district to arrange for a screening or evaluation to determine if a child is eligible for Infant and Toddler Intervention or Preschool Special Education services.
Eligible children receive free services
regardless of:
Income
Immigration status
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