The information on this page is geared to help families connect with other families and get more involved in shaping Early Intervention services at the local and statewide levels. Also included are some key resources that may be of interest to you as you support your child’s learning and development and begin to navigate and understand the Early Intervention and Early Childhood programs in Pennsylvania. Lastly, links to some of the important forms that are used in Early Intervention are included on these pages.
Parent Cafés are a safe and supportive space for families with young children to connect, share the joys and challenges of parenting, and learn from each other
The Family Meet & Greet is an opportunity for families to learn more about the State Interagency Coordinating Council (SICC).
A program that connects families of children and adults with a disability or special need to a Peer Supporter (mentor) for purposes of emotional support and information.
A website that links families of infants and toddlers newly identified with deafness and hearing loss throughout Pennsylvania with trained and experienced parent guides.
Competence and Confidence Partners in Policymaking Early Intervention (C2P2 EI) is a FREE, 9-month, leadership development training for families of children receiving Early Intervention Infant/Toddler or Preschool services.
Application information for the 2025-2026 C2P2 EI Cohort will be posted in July 2025.
C2P2EI is an innovative training program providing participants with up-to-date information, leadership development training, resources and skills. Participants learn about the local, state and national issues that affect children with disabilities.
P3D brings together families of children receiving Early Intervention or Family Support Services. Family members share their experiences to improve training and resources. P3D promotes connections between families.
Complete the P3D Sign-up Form to be added to the database and receive information about how you can contribute to professional development and pre-service learning and participate in family engagement, leadership development, informational sessions, and networking events. Important forms related to P3D can be found at this Padlet.
A governor appointed advisory board of parents, Department of Education, Human Services, and Health representatives, and others appointed members who advise the departments on the Pennsylvania Early Intervention System.
SICC meetings are hosted in Harrisburg and downlinked to numerous sites across Pennsylvania. Family members are welcome and encouraged to come to the host or virtual sites to learn more about what’s happening at the statewide level.
Local groups that includes families, county administration, Intermediate Units, school districts, Early Intervention providers, Head Start, service coordinators, health agencies, and other community organizations that works toward the overall goal of enhancing local Early Intervention supports and services. For information about your local LICC contact Suzanne Pasquariello: spasquariello@pattan.net.
Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) works on behalf of the Office of Child Development & Early Learning (OCDEL).
