Arkansas First Connections
First Connections is a Little Rock-based early intervention agency for infants and toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities, with a strict referral timeline for professionals.
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What this is, in plain language
Early intervention services for infants and toddlers (birth to 3) with developmental delays or disabilities; services include assessment, therapy coordination and programme planning.
Getting started
Referrals from professionals (childcare, education, healthcare) within 7 days of suspected delay, or parents can call: 501-263-6673 or 800-643-8258
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What they say about themselves
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- First Connections is a Little Rock-based early intervention agency for infants and toddlers, birth to three, with developmental delays or disabilities.
- Referrals can be made by calling 1-800-643-8258 or 501-682-8158, emailing firstconnectionsreferrals@dhs.arkansas.gov, or faxing 501-683-4745; primary referral sources such as childcare workers must refer a child within 7 days of a suspected delay.
- After a referral, a service coordinator in the family's area contacts them to explain the programme and offer assistance.
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