Kohl's Autism And Related Disorders Program
First Look
First
Look is a clinical program of the Margaret L. Williams Developmental Evaluation Center
(DEC) that offers support to families and
caregivers with young children (birth –
5 years) presenting with behavioral, developmental,
emotional or language concerns.
Who
does First Look Serve?
•
Parents and/or child care providers who have
concerns about a child’s development
- or
behavior
•
Parents
and/or child care providers who want consultation
about effective strategies for
- working with a particular
child
•
Child
care providers who desire training to identify
children needing intervention
•
Children who need short term developmental
or behavioral assistance
How can First Look help?
•
By
providing observation and developmental screening
in homes and community settings
•
By developing strategies with parents and
providers for working with a child
•
By providing short term developmental consultation
•
By offering parenting and child-centered guidance
by telephone
•
By providing follow-up to families and child
care providers
•
By referring to other community services
•
By providing training to child care providers
on:
•
Observation
•
Normal
development
•
Methods of screening
•
Risk factors
•
Referral process
•
Inclusion
Who is the First Look staff?
The
First Look staff members are education and
clinical professionals who specialize in early
childhood.
What is the cost of First Look?
There
is an initial screening fee which can be billed
to insurance, Early Intervention, or Medicaid;
however, financial concerns and questions
can be addressed on an individual basis with
staff.
