Early Intervention Service - South Canterbury

This service supports families of infants and young children with developmental needs from birth until school entry.

Philosophy and values
·   All children should have the opportunity to develop to their full potential
·   Children with disabilities and their family/whanau are entitled to the same rights as other     children or families
·   Children should be supported to access the same experiences as their peers in the same     environments as other children their age

We Are Committed To:
·   Providing a quality service
·   Working with other service providers
·   Maintaining professional standards

Our Work Is Based On:
·   Families/Whanau setting their own goals
·   Children being fully included in their family's life and Early Childhood Centre
·   Respectful relationships with children, families/whanau and each other

What is Early Intervention?
The focus of Early Intervention is to provide ongoing support, therapy, teaching, assessment, programme planning and information until the child successfully transitions into school. A team of multi-disciplined professionals is formed for each child based on their individual needs and the needs of the family/whanua.

Who is on the team?
Parents/Caregivers/Whanau
·   Early Intervention Teacher
·   Occupational therapy
·   Physiotherapy
·   Speech Language Therapist
·   Community Support Coordinators
·   Home To Home Coordinator
·   Education Psychologist
·   Early Childhood centre Staff

To receive this service from CCS you child will need to have;
Significant developmental needs in three or more of these areas that impact on their ability to live an ordinary life and enjoy typical experiences. The child would have a diagnosed or yet to be diagnosed disability or medical condition.>

These needs include:
·   Physical
·   Social
·   Understanding/Thinking/Cognitive
·   Movement
·   Play
·   Sensory Impairment
·   Communication
·   Self care

How can I be referred?

·   Anyone can refer a child to the South Canterbury Early Intervention team, with parents     consent
·   Referrals are not accepted without signed parental consent
·   Referral forms can be obtained via email: kmcbride@aoraki.ccs.org.nz or please see below     for contact details.

For more information please contact:
CCS South Canterbury, 26 North Street, Timaru
PO Box 585, Timaru
Phone: (03) 684-7151
Fax: (03) 684-6355
Email: admin.southcanterbury@ccsdisabilityaction.org.nz