WHAT IS BIRTH TO 3?

Birth to 3 is Wisconsin's Early Intervention program for infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities and their families.

A federal law called the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides a framework for this comprehensive program and coordinates developmental, health, and social services within the community. The Department of Health and Human Services and the Birth to 3 program in Wisconsin has developed Chapter DHS 90 that specify the program requirements.


GUIDELINES

The Waupaca County Birth to 3 Early Intervention Program follows guidelines developed as a team of Early Intervention Specialists and Therapists. This list of guidelines outlines processes including parent participation, evaluation, the individualized family service plan, and transition out of the program. Click here to view these guidelines in full.

FAMILY RIGHTS

Specific rights for children and families are built into the Birth to Three program, some of these rights include:

  • Parents must give written consent for any evaluations, assessments, or services.
  • Participation is voluntary, so parents can refuse any services, evaluations or assessments.
  • Records will be kept confidential.
  • Parents can review or request corrections to their child's record and family's records.
  • Parents have the right to disagree with decisions regarding their child's eligibility services or the provision of appropriate services to their child and family. This is referred to as written prior notice.

 

OFFICE:
715-258-6388

FAX:

715-258-6409

EMAIL:

nicole.lauritzen@co.waupaca.wi.us

LOCATION:
Waupaca County Courthouse
2nd Floor
811 Harding Street
Waupaca, WI 54981 

NICOLE LAURITZEN, MANAGER

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The Birth to 3 Program is available in every county in Wisconsin.

Each county has a designated agency to operate the program in that county. They may have a different name, but will provide the same services.

Contact 1-800-642-7837 to find out about your local Birth to 3 Program.

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