Early Intervention Setting Flashcards
Age range
0-3 years
What is the goal of EI?
prevent/minimize physical, cognitive & emotional & resource limitation of young children disadvantaged by biological or environmental risk factors
What type of model does the EI use?
Family centered modeled–> work with family & OT
What is IFSP
individualized family service plan
Developmental approach
covers function from infancy stages of sensorimotor to early childhood stage of vocalization and representational play
Functional appraoch
child’s performances as it interacts with environmental contexts and conditions
Ecologic framework
focuses on behavior and skills within the environment
Eligibility for EI
diagnosis dependent
How is EI assessed?
OT & parents observe range of functions in contexts to get total picture
IFSP provides
who will work with child, where they will provide services & which services
What does the IFSP contain?
- level of function
- family resources, priorities & concerns
- major outcomes along procedures & timelines
- Specific EI services: frequency, intensity & method of services
- environment
- dates for initiation & duration
- ID service coordinator
- steps to support transition of child with disability to preschool
How often is IFSP reviewed?
every 6 months
