Anyone can refer a child to early intervention – parents, physicians, other health care providers, child care providers, social service agencies, early learning programs, etc. Once a referral is made, it is up to the family to decide whether they want to participate.
- Find a local CFC office: First, talk with the family about your concerns and ask them about any concerns they may have about their child. Call their local Child and Family Connections (CFC) office to request a developmental evaluation. Find a local CFC office or call (800) 843-6154. A printable list of the CFC offices is found on the Provider Connections website.
- When possible, please use the standard referral form and fax the completed forms to the family’s local Child and Family Connections (CFC) office. For additional information, see the IDHS Publication: Referring a Child to Early Intervention
- Families can find more information about referrals and next steps on our Getting Started page.
- The Early Intervention Training Program’s Early Intervention Referral module includes in-depth information on using the standard referral form to refer children to EI.
Next step: Intake