The Family Early Intervention Program (FEIP), offered by Haldimand-Norfolk R.E.A.C.H., provides early support for children up to 12 years old who may be at risk of developmental delays. If needed, families can access additional services at no cost to help integrate children with special needs into licensed child care centres or licensed home-based caregivers participating in the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care System. This inclusive approach ensures that every child can attend and engage in a licensed child care program selected by their parents, reaching their full potential in a supportive environment.
Resource Consultants in the program provide:
- Families with the information and skills necessary to choose services that meet their child’s special needs
- Families with the opportunities for ongoing education and involvement with their child’s program
- On-going support to the child care teachers/facilitators involved with the child
- Assistance with the child’s transition to school
- Reviews and evaluations of the services the family is using based on their need
Referrals to the program are accepted from families, child care centres, pre-school programs, medical professionals and any community agency within Haldimand or Norfolk Counties.
Find out more about the Family Early Intervention Program by visiting https://www.hnreach.on.ca/services/children-youth-families/family-early-intervention-program.