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Lesson 101 Resources
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Watch Me! Celebrating Milestones and Sharing Concerns (CDC; CEU eligible training)
Online course through the CDC which teaches the importance of development, why it is important to monitor development, as well as why early intervention is necessary. This course allows Continuing Education credits upon completion of all four modules -
Resources Especially for Child Care Providers and Preschools
Resource for child care providers and preschool educators that shares information on developmental disabilities and how to approach families. There are also resources for early childhood care -
A Review of Neurobehavioral Deficits in Children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome or Prenatal Exposure to Alcohol
Article about neurobehavioral deficits that can be present in children who are diagnosed with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), or have been exposed to alcohol prenatally -
FASDs: Information for Families
Website that contains tools and information about fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs), and daily living strategies -
Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Resources for Clinicians
Website that contains resources for providers to help care for, and provide information to families and caregivers -
Types of Developmental Delays in Children
Website that provides information on cognitive, motor, social, emotional and behavioral, and speech delays -
Protecting Children in Families Affected by Substance Use Disorder
User manual for child abuse and neglect, that provides information on protecting children living in families that are affected by substance use disorder -
Is Your Baby’s Physical Development on Track?
Article discussing some of the signs of developmental/early motor delays, common concerns from parents, and tools to identify physical developmental delays -
NCTSN: Effects
Website that discusses the effects of trauma on various aspects of a child’s life -
How Trauma Affects Child Development and Behavior: What Childhood Educators Need to Know
Article discussing the effect of trauma on child development and behavior. Signs of early childhood trauma, and how to have a positive impact on children with trauma are shared as well
Lesson 201 Resources
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Learn the Signs Act Early
Website that explains what early intervention is, and why it is important. Free materials can also be found to share with families -
Discussing Developmental Concerns with Parents
Website discussing how to discuss developmental concerns with parents, with tips on how to prepare before a meeting, during the meeting, and after referral -
Occupational therapy in treating children with developmental delay who have been abused or neglected: A case study
Case study discussing a child with developmental delays, who experienced trauma, abuse and neglect. The article walks through the assessment, intervention and outcome using occupational therapy -
Early Identification: Learn the Signs Act Early
Website sharing information on early intervention, and how to identify the signs indicating the need to act early. There are also resources, and tips to working with families -
Physical Therapy Guide to Developmental Delay
Website that provides physical therapists a guide to developmental delay, explaining developmental delays, how it can be diagnosed, and how physical therapy can be helpful -
Resources-Pathways to the future
Website with resources across West Virginia for individuals with delays and/or disabilities, for advocacy, communication, behavioral health and benefits, financial aid, housing, independent living and many more -
Birth to 5: Watch me Thrive-Families
Website with information for families to learn about developmental delays, milestones, screening, activities, positive parenting and other tips -
What to Expect During an Early Intervention Evaluation
Article explaining the process of early intervention, and providing a step-by-step idea of what to expect during an early intervention evaluation -
Adverse Childhood Experiences: What Speech-Language Pathologists Need to Know
Article providing information to speech-language pathologists about the effects of ACEs on a child’s physical and mental development, and criteria for diagnosis -
Supporting Brain Development in Traumatized Youth and Children
Bulletin by the Child Welfare Information Gateway, providing information on childhood trauma and how to provide support to traumatized children and youth -
West Virginia Family Support Program, Bureau for Behavioral Health
Website with information to connect clients with providers and resources advocating for recovery, county/region resources, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and veterans and their families -
West Virginia Parent Training and Information, Inc.
Website for West Virginia Training and Information, Inc., providing information to parents and families of children with special healthcare needs, from birth to 26 years -
WV Birth to Three Resources
Website for West Virginia Birth to Three, containing links for forms, and information for providers during the COVID-19 pandemic -
Office of Maternal and Family Health, WV Birth to Three
Website containing resources for referrals, families, and professionals, as well as publications providing information on child development to parents and families -
About CSHCN
Website provides information about the Children with Special Health Care Needs Program, which provides medical care for children with certain chronic conditions. There is information about the application, CSHCN physicians, and FAQ -
Resources for Children with Special Healthcare Needs
Website containing resources in West Virginia for family support and advocacy, early intervention and pre-school, K-12, Medicaid, Social Security and other programs, case management and community services and support, assistive technology, and recreation - 3 Things to Do to Help Your Child With Developmental Delays
Website with information on what parents can do to help their children with developmental delays - What is early intervention?
Website with information on the importance of early intervention in children with developmental delays - What is “Early Intervention”? (CDC)
Website by the CDC with information on early interventions and how to find out if a child is eligible for services.