Special Needs/ Developmental Disabilities
What to do if you suspect something is different:
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Look at developmental milestones so you know what typical development looks like
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Talk with your child’s doctor as early as possible.
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Collect Information and get help by asking about services in your area.
This link gives an overview of the “first steps” once a child has a diagnosis.
This website outlines the steps to take and resources for assistance from birth to age 5. It also outlines by age when to apply for certain assistance and programs (i.e. getting a diagnosis and applying for early intervention, applying to preschool, etc.) Click the link below to see the outline of initial steps. Click the tabs on the left of the web page to see steps by based on child’s age
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Diagnosis
Down Syndrome State:
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Down Syndrome National:
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Although the New Parent Guide, published by the Central MS Down Syndrome Society, is a guide focused on Down Syndrome, it contains extensive lists of resources and guidance that is applicable to all children born with disabilities.
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