Care Team, Therapy & Support
Early intervention
Early intervention is a program of services that supports the development of young children with developmental needs.
In short: Early intervention
- It can support development from an early age.
- It may include physical, occupational, and speech therapies.
- Starting early can be beneficial.
- It is often available through state or local programs.
What it is
It is a program of services designed to support the development of infants and young children who have or are at risk for developmental delays. It may include various therapies and supports.
Understanding Early intervention
For a child with encephalocele who has or may develop developmental needs, early intervention can provide services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language therapy from an early age. Starting support early, during a period of rapid brain development, can be beneficial for a child's progress. These services are often available through state or local programs, and the care team or pediatrician can help connect families to them.
Why it matters
Understanding early intervention helps families see that developmental support is available from an early age, how to access it, and why starting early can benefit a child's development.
Common questions
What is early intervention?
Services supporting the development of young children with developmental needs.
What might it include?
Physical, occupational, and speech-language therapies.
Why start early?
Early support can be beneficial during rapid brain development.
Bottom line
Early intervention provides developmental services for young children, with early support benefiting a child's progress.
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