Early Intervention Program

Program Description
Rhode Island's Early Intervention Program promotes the growth and development of infants and toddlers who have a developmental disability or delay in one or more areas. Developmental disabilities or delays can affect a child’s speech, physical ability, or social skills. Children referred to the Early Intervention Program receive a comprehensive developmental evaluation to determine if they are eligible.  One of the goals of Early Intervention is to provide support to families so their children can develop to their fullest potential. Services are provided in places where children usually play or take part in daily activities.

Eligibility 
Children must be under age 3 and have a developmental disability or delay in one or more areas.

Cost
There is no cost to families to receive Early Intervention services. Children do not have to be eligible for RI Medicaid to receive services.

How to Apply 
To apply, contact an Early Intervention Provider in Rhode Island. See the list below for Early Intervention Providers in Rhode Island.

For More Information 
Directory of Early Intervention Providers 

• Rhode Island Early Intervention Procedural Safeguards & Funding (English)  (Spanish) 
  Information about Early Intervention Family's Rights & Responsibilities for families with children under age 3.

  Links

  • Data Dashboard
  • EI Providers, Coverage Area and Referral Status
  • Race to the Top Information
  • EXCEED
  • Early Intervention Certification Standards, Policies and Reports
  • Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN)
  • Paul V. Sherlock Center on Disabilities