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New York State Early Intervention Program (EIP)

Statewide, publicly funded program offering free evaluation and services for infants and toddlers (birth to 3) with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families. Services include speech, physical, occupational therapy, special instruction, and family training.

Early InterventionBirth-3No costEnglish, Spanish
Albany, Statewide

Parent to Parent of NYS

A statewide nonprofit connecting parents of children with disabilities and special health care needs to experienced parent mentors. Offers one-to-one emotional support, information, and referrals across all stages of a child's life.

Family SupportAll AgesEnglish, Spanish
Schenectady, Statewide

INCLUDEnyc

New York City's leading provider of training, information, and one-on-one assistance for families and young adults with disabilities, helping them navigate special education, transition, and disability services.

AdvocacyAll AgesEnglish, Spanish
New York, New York

Advocates for Children of New York

Nonprofit dedicated to ensuring every New York City student receives a quality education. Provides free legal representation, advocacy, and advice for families facing education challenges, including special education disputes.

Advocacy5-21No costEnglish, Spanish
New York, New York

YAI Network

One of the largest providers of services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the NYC metro area. Offers early intervention, preschool, clinical, residential, and family support services.

Early InterventionAll AgesNo costEnglish, Spanish
New York, New York

Sinergia Inc.

Manhattan-based nonprofit providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, including family support, Medicaid service coordination, parent advocacy, and after-school programs.

Family SupportAll AgesEnglish, Spanish
New York, New York

Cerebral Palsy of NYS (CP of NYS)

Affiliated agencies across New York State providing services for people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, including early intervention, preschool, clinical therapies, and residential supports.

Related ServicesAll AgesEnglish, Spanish
Albany, Statewide

New York City Early Intervention Program

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene operates the Early Intervention Program for children birth to 3 with developmental delays in all five boroughs. Free evaluations and services regardless of immigration status or income.

Early InterventionBirth-3No costEnglish, Spanish
New York, New York

Regional Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (RCASD) - Long Island

One of seven regional centers across NYS providing resources, training, and support for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, families, and professionals. Funded by the NYS Education Department.

Family SupportAll AgesEnglish, Spanish
Stony Brook, Suffolk

NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)

State agency responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental disabilities, including service coordination, residential supports, day programs, and family support services through the Home and Community Based Services waiver.

Family SupportAll AgesEnglish, Spanish
Albany, Statewide

Westchester Institute for Human Development (WIHD)

University-affiliated center providing clinical, educational, and community services for individuals with disabilities, including early intervention evaluations, preschool special education, and professional training.

EvaluationAll AgesEnglish, Spanish
Valhalla, Westchester

Brooklyn Early Intervention Program - Metro Community Health Center

Provider of early intervention services for children birth to 3 in Brooklyn, offering evaluations and therapeutic services in home and community settings.

Early InterventionBirth-3No costEnglish, Spanish
Brooklyn, Kings

Erie 1 BOCES Special Education

Board of Cooperative Educational Services providing special education programs and related services for school-age students with disabilities across Western New York school districts.

School-Age Special Education5-21English, Spanish
Buffalo, Erie

Rochester Center for Autism

Center providing evidence-based services for individuals with autism and their families, including early intervention, behavioral therapy, and family support in the Rochester region.

Related ServicesAll AgesEnglish, Spanish
Rochester, Monroe

Onondaga-Cortland-Madison BOCES Special Education

Provides special education and related services for students with disabilities across Central New York school districts, including preschool and school-age programs.

School-Age Special Education5-21English, Spanish
Syracuse, Onondaga

Early Childhood Direction Center (ECDC) - NYC

Federally funded centers providing free information, referral, and assistance to families of young children (birth to 5) with disabilities, helping them access early intervention and preschool special education services.

Family SupportBirth-3No costEnglish, Spanish
New York, New York

New York Foundling Early Intervention

Provides early intervention services for children birth to 3 with developmental delays across New York City, including evaluations, therapy, and family support.

Early InterventionBirth-3No costEnglish, Spanish
New York, New York

Capital District Beginnings

Parent center serving the Capital Region providing support, training, and advocacy for families of children with disabilities, with focus on special education rights and navigating the IEP process.

Advocacy5-21English, Spanish
Albany, Albany

Nassau BOCES Special Education

Provides comprehensive special education programs and services for students with disabilities across Nassau County school districts, from preschool through age 21.

School-Age Special Education5-21English, Spanish
Garden City, Nassau

Suffolk BOCES Special Education

Offers special education programs, related services, and transition support for students with disabilities across Suffolk County school districts.

School-Age Special Education5-21English, Spanish
Bellport, Suffolk

HeartShare Human Services of New York

Brooklyn-based nonprofit serving children and adults with disabilities, offering early intervention, preschool special education, and family support services across NYC.

Early InterventionAll AgesNo costEnglish, Spanish
Brooklyn, Kings

This directory is an informational tool and does not endorse any specific provider. Always verify eligibility and availability directly with the provider.

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