Family Focus

Welcome to Summit DD's EI/Help Me Grow Information Hub!
This is your guide to Early Intervention strategies, tips and
inclusive local events to help your family get the most
out of your Early Intervention experience.
Check out the resources below.

Top Topics for Spring 2024

It's all about communication. Did you know that babies understand language before they can use it? And you are helping their development? Find out more about this "secret" language babies use and how you can keep the "conversation" going!

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Language and Early Literacy

Searching for activities, new skill development or support ideas? Check out these Early Intervention resources we've compiled for you.

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Family Friendly Events

Looking for some inclusive, family fun close to home? Check out these local activities that are good for little ones of every ability.

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Try This!

Want a simple way to help build your baby's vocabulary? Read to them! With as little as 10 minutes each night, you can help your little one on their developmental journey. The simple act of reading to your baby can help with a number of developmental milestones.

Find out how

Concerned About Your Child's Development?

If your child is missing milestones, Early Intervention may be key to their development. We offer a free assessment tool to help you know if your child could benefit from EI services. Or you can contact our partner, Ohio Early Intervention (commonly known as Help Me Grow) to find out if your child is eligible.    

Make a referral to Ohio Early Intervention

Family Focus Archive

Missed the last issue? Curious about past articles, tips or resources? No worries! We have all the information at your fingertips. Visit our Family Focus archive to see what you may have missed.

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