Resources for families receiving Early Intervention services in early education and care programs

The Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and the Department of Public Health (DPH) have put together materials for families of children who receive Early Intervention services.

Early Intervention and Early Education and Care collaboration

The Valuable Collaboration tool, developed by EEC and DPH, can be used to build and strengthen relationships between early childhood educators, Early Intervention specialists, and families.

Additional Resources

Early Intervention Division

Resources on age-expected child development from birth to 5 years

Early Intervention and Childcare Collaboration Letter

Valuable Collaboration Tool

Transitioning from Early Intervention into Preschool Special Education

To support transitions between Early Intervention services and special education services, EEC, DPH, and ESE have developed a best practices guide for you and your family. 

The federal Center for Disease Control (CDC)'s Act Early website also has helpful information about your child's milestones, development, and more.

Additional Resources

Early Childhood Inclusion (video)

Act Early (CDC)

Best practices in early childhood transition: a guide for families

Best Practices in Early Childhood Transition - Chinese

Best Practices in Early Childhood Transition - Portuguese

Best Practices in Early Childhood Transition - Spanish

Frequently Asked Questions: Transition from Early Intervention to Special Education