An Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is created for every child enrolled in Early Intervention (EI). EI staff works with the family to develop the plan. The IFSP includes assessments of the child and descriptions of both family needs and strengths. It also lists all the education, training, therapy, and support services the child and family will receive and who will deliver these services.
If you believe that your child will have ongoing special education needs, you should request a special education referral at least six months before your child’s third birthday. Contact the school district in your city or town to request a special education referral. This referral can help your child transition from EI to the education system at age 3.
This information is provided in part by the Division of Perinatal, Early Childhood, and Special Health Needs within the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and mass.gov.