EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES
PLAY AND LANGUAGE FOR AUTISTIC YOUNGSTERS (PLAY) PROJECT
The PLAY Project is an evidenced-based early intervention autism program created to help parents and caregivers develop a better connection with their child through play and help the child improve his or her language, development, behavior and social skills. ALL children learn best through play in the natural environment of the home. The secret is knowing how to engage the child in a playful way that promotes his or her development.
If your child has an autism diagnosis or if you have concerns that your child may have autism, a PLAY Project Consultant will help educate, guide and support families as they learn to nurture their child’s social and emotional development. Parents and caregivers will learn how to apply the evidence-based PLAY Project principles, methods and techniques during visits while having FUN with their child.
If your family is interested in PLAY Project, please contact your local County Board of Developmental Disabilities to determine if this service is offered in your county.
If your child has an autism diagnosis or if you have concerns that your child may have autism, a PLAY Project Consultant will help educate, guide and support families as they learn to nurture their child’s social and emotional development. Parents and caregivers will learn how to apply the evidence-based PLAY Project principles, methods and techniques during visits while having FUN with their child.
If your family is interested in PLAY Project, please contact your local County Board of Developmental Disabilities to determine if this service is offered in your county.
PLAY PROJECT REFERRAL FORMS
“When you do what the child loves the child will love being with you.”
EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES
What is Early Intervention?
Early Intervention (EI) is a statewide structure that provides multi-system coordinated services to parents of eligible children.
Familiarity
EI is based in the idea that children learn the most from familiar people in familiar settings.
Teamwork
Each family served will have a local team made up of a coordinator and providers.
Families
The goal of Ohio’s EI program is to help children and families wherever they choose to live, play, and spend their day.
COG
Additional Early Intervention Services
Developmental Specialist Substitution Services
Clearwater COG is able to provide a substitute Developmental Specialist (DS) for County Board Early Intervention teams. This service can be used when county boards are in need of temporary substitution services. (ex. Maternity leave, increase in caseloads). The substitute DS can provide specialized instruction for families as listed on the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). DS is trained in the Battelle Developmental Inventory-3 and would be able to assist with evaluation and assessments.
Evidence Based Coach
Clearwater COG has an Evidenced Based Coach on staff who is able to provide this service to new Developmental Specialist completing their certification.
Early Childhood Services
Who to Contact?
| Crawford County Board of DD | Kim Pittman (419) 563-9280, extension 149 |
| Erie County Board of DD | Jennifer Kinney (419) 502-4173 |
| Huron County Board of DD | Carol Robinson (419) 663-4769, extension 1201 |
| Lucas County Board of DD | Julie Esparza (419) 380-4000 |
| Marion County Board of DD | Angie Farson (740) 375-6152 |
| Morrow County Board of DD | Michelle Davenport (419) 947-1159, extension 326 |
| Ottawa County Board of DD | Stephanie Cavanaugh (419) 898-0400, extension 3104 |
| Richland County Board of DD | Julie Litt (419) 774-4285 |
| Seneca County Board of DD | Nicci Drew (419) 447-7674 |
Early Childhood Services
Resources
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