Early Childhood

Early Childhood

Overview

If you have or are supporting a young child who needs specialized care or has a disability, or if you have a concern about the child’s development, there is help and support through our Early Start services! 

Start by looking through What Are Early Start Services? and The Early Start Community.

Parents, caregivers, and families can find a comprehensive overview of the Early Start Program in the Early Start Information Packet: English   Spanish   Korean   Tagalog

Additionally, visit the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Website on Early Start for more information. You can also find the Early Start Information Packet on DDS’ Webpage.

Services

Overview

Available Services for Infants & Toddlers

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Many times our clients or parents/ family members ask us for information on the services that are available. We have developed this list to provide you with an overview of these services. Please keep in mind that services are determined on an individualized basis. Services must be identified as needed on the Individual/Family Services Plan (IFSP), and provided in accordance with Harbor Regional Center service policies, which are posted on our website.

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Together from the Start

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Together From The Start

Program for Families of Infants and Toddlers Birth to 36 Months

Together From The Start

Come join our parent training classes facilitated by HRC therapists and specialists who are knowledgeable in infant and toddler development. These classes are informative and educational for the parent while offering the child a chance to interact socially with other children. You’ll meet other parents to share information and experiences with and have the opportunity to check out books and videos from our Harbor Family Resource Centers and toys from the Toy Lending Library.

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Child Development Information

Overview

Child Development

In order to determine if an infant or toddler is developmentally delayed or at risk for delay, it is helpful to understand normal child development and typical developmental milestones.

“Learn the Signs, Act Early” parent brochures

HRC has worked with the CDC to make the following “Learn the Signs, Act Early” documents available in our community, to provide parents with information about milestones, and tips for talking with the pediatrician about any developmental concerns they may have. You are welcome to download these brochures and share them with others.

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