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Early Intervention Providers in New York
📍 250 W 57th St, Suite 900
📍 350 W 31st St, 9th Floor
📍 80 Pine Street, Suite 2400
📍 55 Broad St, 5th Floor
📍 200 West 57th St, 8th Floor
📍 120 W 45th St, 6th Floor
📍 122 E 42nd St
📍 622 W 168th St
NYC Early Intervention - Manhattan Regional Office (service coordination/referrals)
📍 Manhattan Regional Office (NYC DOHMH Early Intervention)
📍 Address varies by contracted borough office
📍 and other Manhattan sites (contact for local office)
📍 102 W 32nd St, Suite 1000
📍 334 Amsterdam Ave
📍 60 E 4th St, Suite 803
📍 212 W 35th St, Suite 603
What to Look For in Early Intervention
Early intervention provides therapy and support services for children birth to age 3 with developmental delays or disabilities. Services are often provided in the home and are typically free through state programs.
- ✓Comprehensive evaluation services
- ✓Family-centered approach
- ✓Variety of therapy options (speech, OT, developmental)
- ✓Smooth transition planning to preschool
- ✓Parent coaching and education
Insurance: Early intervention is a federal entitlement (Part C of IDEA) and is free or low-cost to families. Contact your state's early intervention program directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I access early intervention services?▾
Is there a waitlist for early intervention?▾
What happens when my child turns 3?▾
Do I need a diagnosis to get early intervention?▾
Your Regional Office
Metro, Brooklyn, Staten Island & Bernard Fineson DDRO
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📍 75 Morton Street, New York, NY 10014, New York 10014
🕐 Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (General Office Hours - confirm with office directly)
Individuals with developmental disabilities who are residents of New York State and meet specific diagnostic criteria are eligible for services.
New York Resources
Key Laws
Autism Insurance Reform Act
Requires health insurance to cover autism diagnosis and treatment including ABA therapy.
Timothy's Law
Mental health parity law ensuring coverage for behavioral health conditions.
Funding Sources
OPWDD (Office for People With Developmental Disabilities)
New York's state agency providing services through DDROs (Developmental Disabilities Regional Offices).
Medicaid Waiver
HCBS waiver provides home and community-based services.
Private Insurance
ABA coverage mandated. Contact your insurer for specifics.
School District (CPSE/CSE)
Services through Committee on Preschool Special Education (ages 3-5) and Committee on Special Education (5+).
Early Intervention (EIP)
Free services for children 0-3 through county health departments.