Early Intervention and Service Coordination
There is no roadmap for navigating the world of special needs. It is Pattison's Academy's goal to help you assemble a team of support so that your child and family can achieve your goals. We will work to make sure that you have access to services, knowledge of your child's diagnosis and ability to connect with physicians, therapists and peers. Our aim is that we are with you from the time your child's needs are identified throughout your journey.
Early Intervention Services
We offer Early Intervention Services through BabyNet and DDSN. Once eligible, a highly trained Early Interventionist will help to determine the need of your child and family and determine what services are needed to achieve those goals.
We work with children who have*
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Cerebral Palsy |
Genetic Conditions |
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Developmental delays |
Prematurity/Failure to Thrive |
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Speech and Language delays |
Gross motor delays |
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Sensory Impairments |
| * pending BabyNet or DDSN eligibility
Just a few things our Early Interventionists may do:
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~ Referrals to therapists (OT, PT, ST) when needed |
~ Monitor developmental milestones and create an individual plan to encourage those skills |
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~ Linking to doctors or specialists |
~ Help you adapt your daily routines to increase your child’s opportunity to learn |
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~ Linking to support groups and community events |
~ Work on your child’s ability to participate in social setting and daily routines at home and in the community |
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~ Coordination with childcare facilities |
~ Working with relatives to understand the needs of your child |
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~ Help acquire funding when needed |
~ Determine when adaptive devices are needed and which professionals can best meet these needs |
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~ Transition services into the public school |
~ Participate in IEP’s |
These services are highly individualized to your child’s needs and the needs of your family. We work in homes and childcare centers – wherever your child thrives!
Service Coordination
We offer Service Coordination Services through the SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs. Your Service Coordinator will help identify your personal and family needs and gain access to the services available to meet those needs. From school age through adulthood, we will help you navigate the world of Medicaid and community services.
Contact Jennifer Horres via e-mail at jennifer.horres@pattisonsacademy.org or by phone at 843-730-3489 (mobile), 843-849-6070 (office).
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