The Central New York
Early Childhood Direction Center (ECDC)

• Consultation, mentoring, and support for the inclusion of children with special needs.
• Information packets to address your requestions about early childhood development, behavior, and specific disabilities.
• Access to up-to-date resources, including state and federal rules and regulations.
• Support for the inclusion of young children in community-based programs.
• Training and workshops, tailored to your organization's needs.
• Referrals for evaluations, behavioral assessments, and community services.
• Follow-up with families until children are in kindergarten.
• Observation, consultation, and technical assistance for child care providers and families.

The CNY ECDC is funded by Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities' Lifelong Services Network (LSN) under the New York State Education Department and is housed at the Center on Human Policy at Syracuse University .

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