child development.?

Question

if you have concerns over a childs development who could they be referred to, what outside professionals may be could in. Anyone have any ideas PLEASE HELP

Answer 1

normally your local Gp or Health vistor is the best probably to ask as they observe the childs development, Or even if the child is in school have a word with the teacher she if they notice any problems they can refur them or give you some advice

Answer 2

Hi, this would depend a lot on whether the child is yours or you work in childcare. If the child is yours you should contact your Health Visitor or your GP who will advise you. If you work in childcare and it involves someone elses child it depends what your job is - if you are an assistant then you should really talk to your line manager or Leader about your concerns in the first instance, they would probably do some observations and take the matter up. It is really important to remember your confidentiality policy at this time and do not talk to anyone outside of your setting about this. If you are a Leader then I would advise speaking to the Health Visitor who may already know the child or might come in to the setting to observe and is usually also in contact with the childs GP. The Health Visitor can then refer the child to any other professionals within the Health Team who can take the matter up, these could be Speech Therapists, Educational Psychologists, Family Workers, Special Educational Needs Coordinator etc. Your local area SENCO can also assist you and the child with extra funding for one to one support and advice. Hope this helps.

Answer 3

I agree, you should ask your pediatrician first. Also, usually the county that you live in has a great deal of resources. Look on your county's website under child resources and you will find the department of health and human services. Call them and explain your concerns. Ask for your child to be evaluated to see if they qualitfy for any services through the county. Good luck!!!

Answer 4

It depends on how old your child is, but always ask your pediatrician first! They have been monitoring your child since birth, and they have charts and guidelines they refer to when making sure a kid is on track as far as benchmarks. Then, if something seems out of the ordinary, they will be able to point you to a specialist.

Answer 5

Speech pathologists, physical and occupational therapists, social workers, teachers, and child/school psychologists are all part of the assessment team.

Free evaluations and therapy are available by requesting services through the principal at your neighborhood elementary school.

Answer 6

If your child isn't in public school. there is Early Intervention in state or county services and they are great to use if you think there is a problem. the earlier you catch it, the better off you are

Answer 7

ask your pediatrician - then call your local school district - they have normally four or five childhood screenings per year for young children and they are absolutely free!

Answer 8

your local school district should be able to help. they do preschool vision, hearing and speech.