For children from birth to three years with developmental delays/disabilities, Early Intervention Services can make a significant difference. Services are individualized and assist with all areas of growth and development. Educational planning is combined with Special Instruction, Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy to develop motor skills, cognition, social, communication and self-help skills.
The Early Intervention staff is comprised of specialized professionals, licensed therapists, certified teachers and others who work as a team. The team approach helps ensure that all of the child's needs are addressed.
For more information about Early Intervention, in the New Orleans Metropolitan area, please call 504-897-4060.
EARLY INTERVENTION
FAMILY SERVICE COORDINATION
The Family Service Coordinator (FSC) assists families and their children with developmental delays/disabilities from birth to three years of age. The FAC assists in resource linkage, securing needed services and provides information and answers to questions. The Coordinator continues to work with families to ensure that quality service are being received in a satisfactory manner until the child's third birthday. Our FSC Department is staffed by Social Workers, Counselors and other professionals.
For more information about Family Service Coordination, call 504-897-4060.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Open Monday-Friday 7:00am until 6:00pm, The Arc's Uptown Learning Center is for children typically developing as well as those who have developmental delays/disabilities, 6 weeks to 5 years of age. The Uptown Learning Center is a Class A licensed facility and has a low student/teacher ratio. We strive to promote communication, socialization, and other skills within all of our children. Our staff incorporates activities that will be beneficial and enjoyable to the children we serve. Our primary goal is to work in partnership with families to provide the very best infant and preschool services to all children.
