Early Intervention builds upon the natural learning opportunities that occur within the daily routines of a child and their family. Services are provided in the home, daycare, or out in the community. Therapists and instructors encourage parents/caregivers to enhance their child's development by using a child-initiated, play-based approach to learning. We emphasize teaching and learning within your family's daily activities.
We presently provide services in the following counties: Carbon / Monroe / Pike, Delaware, Lackawanna / Susquehanna, Lehigh, Luzerne / Wyoming, Northampton, Philadelphia, and Wayne. Services are provided in-person, virtually, or through a hybrid model.
Parents who have questions about their child’s development may call the CONNECT helpline at 1.800.692.7288 or email help@connectpa.net
For Philadelphia families, contact EI Intake at 215.685.4646 or birthto3EI@phila.gov. If your child qualifies for services and you are interested in having U.S. Healthcare Services as your provider, please inform your Service Coordinator.
Our Services
Speech and Language Therapy
Speech and language pathologists specialize in meeting the communication needs of children. They help children who have language delays, oral motor concerns, or difficulties with pronunciation. Therapists also address swallowing and chewing difficulties as related to feeding.
Occupational Therapy
An occupational therapist addresses the fine motor development, visual motor integration, and sensory integration in order to maximize a child's ability to function in their everyday life. They also work on fine motor development to encourage a child to grasp/manipulate objects and perform self-help skills.
Physical Therapy
A physical therapist develops a child's general gross motor skills (rolling, crawling, sitting, standing, walking, and running) and strengthens specific muscle groups so that he/she can safely navigate the environment. Therapy may focus on improving balance skills, overall body coordination, motor planning, and quality of movement. A physical therapist may also assist in making recommendations for adaptive equipment.
Special Instruction
A special instructor provides support towards enhancing the cognitive and play skills of the child. This includes the learning of early cognitive skills, increasing attention span, appropriate cooperative play, and the development of exploration and proper use of toys. Also, a special instructor can address challenging behaviors by implementing strategies that can be embedded into daily routines.