1-10

1-2 Months

Turns head in direction that cheek is touched

Able to suck and/or swallow easily

Startles easily in response to loud noise

Gaining in length and weight

Pays attention to someone's face in direct line of sight

3-4 Months

Makes sounds other than crying

Holds a rattle and smiles

Rolls from stomach to back

Turns head toward a bright light and color

Shows gains in height and weight

4-6 Months

Reaches for and grasps objects

Moves toys from hand to hand

Smiles in response to others

Rolls from stomach to back and back to stomach

Shows gains in height and weight

6-9 Months

Creeps or crawls forward on tummy by moving arms and legs

Babbles and laughs out loud, plays pat-a-cake and peek-a-boo

Sits independently

Turns head to locate sounds

Shows gains in height and weight 9-12 Months

Pulls to stand

Picks up small objects

Crawls on hands and knees, walks with both hands held

Imitates simple sounds, waves "bye-bye"

● Able to sit on own

12-15 Months

Says words besides "mama" and "dada"

Walks without help

Drinks from a cup or glass

Takes turns rolling a ball

15-18 Months

Looks at picture books, turns pages

Feeds self with a spoon

Likes to push, pull, and dump things

Walks without support

Tries to talk and repeats words

Indicates needs by pointing and/or grunting

18-24 Months

Uses 2-3 word sentences, has a vocabulary of 20 words/signs

Shows affection, offers hugs and kisses

Says "no" often

Chews small bites of food

Understands simple directions such as "give me the ball"

Can point to nose, eyes, mouth, ears, etc.

24-30 Months

Can eat without assistance

Runs well, throws a ball forward

Gives first name when asked

Enjoys playing with other children

Can hold crayon, likes to scribble

Turns door knobs and can unscrew lids

Checklist for Growing ChildrenChecklist for Growing Children A Family's Introduction to Early Intervention Developmental Milestones While all children grow and change at their own rate, some children may experience delays in their development. The following are typical developmental milestones for young children:

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Where Will You See My child?Where Will You See My child?

The Arc of Westmoreland’s ProServ Child Development Program focuses on home-based services. Children receive services in a safe, familiar environment—home, a daycare center, a sitter’s house or at grandma’s. The home-based services offer a natural and more comfortable setting for both the child and the parents/care-givers as they learn and play together. Some evening and weekend session are also available.

Now What?Now What?

An individualized family service plan or IFSP is then developed to meet your child’s needs. Our therapists become part of your team. We will work together to help your child meet his goals in any area of con-cern. We make each session fun. Your child will be engaged in play while developing new skills. These new skills will help your child progress. Our lending library of equipment and toys is also available.

CDP HistoryCDP History The Arc of Westmoreland has been providing learning experiences for children with developmental delays since 1954 when a group of parents began a preschool program for their children. The program has evolved over the

years to become The ProServ Child Development Program with 30 licensed therapists that specialize in working with young children with all levels of delay.

In addition to our early intervention services, the children’s programs include, a parent support and training network, sibling support groups, and a play center that is available for special events and group meetings.

Who Do I Call?Who Do I Call?

WCSI at 724.837.1808

After the initial call to Westmoreland Case Management & Supports, Inc., you will be assigned a Service Coordina-tor. The Service Coordinator’s next visit to your home will be with an independent assessment team. With your input, they will conduct a detailed developmental assess-ment in your home to determine your child’s eligibility for early intervention services.

What is Early Intervention?What is Early Intervention?

If your child is under three and has a delay or a chance of a delay in at least one area of development, he/she may qualify for Early Intervention Services.

Areas of concern may include:

Learning Language Social Skills Motor Skills Vision Hearing Play Skills Sensory Self-Help Skills Feeding Behavior

Early Intervention is a program designed to help children

with developmental delays. Early Intervention builds upon

the natural learning that occurs in the first few years. With your

help, the ProServ Child Development Program will provide you and your family with the necessary tools needed to help your child improve in any area of concern.

Services Offered by the ProServServices Offered by the ProServ Child Development ProgramChild Development Program

Special Instruction:

*Cognitive Skills *Preschool Skills

*Play Skills *Socialization Skills

*Communication Skills *Fine/Gross Motor Skills

*Sensory Awareness *Self-Help Skills

*Behavior Training

Occupational Therapy: *Fine Motor Skills *Reaching & Grasping

*Sensory Awareness *Feeding/Self-Help Skills

*Play Skills *Eye/Hand Coordination

*Therapeutic Listening

Physical Therapy:

*Gross Motor Skill *Sensory Awareness

*Play Skills *Large Muscle Development

*Range of Motion *Flexibility

Vision Therapy:

*Visual Tracking *Environmental Awareness

*Self-Help Skills *Play Skills

Speech Therapy: *Language Development *Sensory Awareness

*Total Communication *Feeding Skills

*Imitation/Gesturing *Play Skills

*Socialization Skills *Sign Language

Hearing Therapy:

*Sign Language *Sound/Word Matching

*Hearing Aid Assistance *Hearing Testing

*Sound Discrimination

*Cochlear Implant Mapping

specialize in working with young children.

Our therapists are experienced, qualified,

licensed professionals who