Early Intervention Programs

• Parent Handbook-English 2006 (pdf)
• Parent Handbook-Spanish 2002 (pdf)

NEIS Northwest provides family-centered multidisciplinary diagnostic and early intervention services around Washoe, Carson/Douglas, Lyon, Storey, Churchill and Mineral counties.  Staff includes developmental specialists, a pediatrician, speech, physical and occupational therapists, nutritionists, audiologists and social workers.  Several specialty clinics are offered such as genetics and metabolic clinics.

Northwest Region Community Partners

The Continuum is a community based health and wellness center providing: 

• Rehabilitation - Physical, Occupational, Speech/Communication Therapies
• Home Safety Evaluations and Modifications
• Adult Day Program
• Infant/Toddler Nursery and Preschool
• Caregiver Education and Training
• Community Outreach

We serve all ages and work as a team encouraging clients and family participation through weekly interdisciplinary staffing, family conferences, and close communication with physicians and referral agencies.   Our goal is to provide the highest quality of life by enhancing independence which allows individuals to enter or remain an active part of home, family and community.

Friends of Special Children is dedicated to establishing supports for children with special needs and their families through education, advocacy and inclusion.  Friends of Special Children is an organization that welcomes all parents and others interested in supporting children with disabilities or special health care needs.  We invite you to browse our site, participate in our on-line discussions, and provide feedback on how we can further assist you.

For more information ask your service coordinator or call your family resource coordinator @ (775) 219-5157 

• Northeast Region Community Resources #1 (pdf)
• Northeast Region Community Resources #2 (pdf)

Easter Seals of Southern Nevada Early Intervention Program provides many services to children with developmental delays age, birth to three years old, and their families.  The services include:  service coordination, special instruction, therapy, inclusive playgroups, and other related services.  The program believes in family-centered practice.  We understand that families provide the best insight into their children and we recognize the importance of a family driven Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP). Together with the family and therapists, the child developmental specialists/service coordinators work in the child’s natural environment to provide enriching and functional activities that address goals outlined in the IFSP.  For referrals contact (702) 486-9200

• Help children reach their full potential
• Create hope and foster inclusion
• Promote comfort and quality of life

Little Hands Big Handsis made up of parents, grandparents, and community members who care about children in Nevada.  Little Hands Big Hands is dedicated to making life better for children with special needs. This is a non-profit group and all proceeds go directly to help families of children with special needs.   Little Hands Big Hands sponsors and plans social events for children enrolled in Nevada Early Intervention Services, supports parent training and education, funds emergency needs when other sources have failed, and provides emotional support for families.  We invite you to attend one of our upcoming meetings.  Feel free to drop by!   Meetings are held at 1161 S. Valley View in Las Vegas.
  
For more information ask your service coordinator or call your family specialist @ (702) 486-9254. 

• Southern Region Community Resources (pdf)