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Encouraging Healthy Development

Healthy development can be supported through various strategies at different ages and stages.

For Parents

Child Development Articles and Resources in MN

Informational briefs about healthy development as well as early intervention services that are available for eligible children.

Videos

YouTube videos on development from birth to five.

Resource Directory

A complete listing of programs and organizations in Minnesota that provide services for young children with developmental delays and disabilities and their families.

Glossary of Terms

Are you confused by some of the terms used on this website?

For Professionals

Screening Process and Locations

Make sense of the various screening and evaluation practices in Minnesota.

Discussing Developmental Concerns with Parents

Learn tips for discussing developmental concerns with parents.

Diagnosed Conditions Affecting Development

Learn which diagnosed physical or mental conditions have a high probability of resulting in a significant level of developmental delay.
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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