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EC CARES has many different educational options for young children. After it has been determined that a child is eligible for
educational services and appropriate goals have been st, the educational team decides what kind of program would be best to meet
the child's needs. Decisions are made based on the child's educational services in the "least restrictive" or most typical
setting possible. Family needs and preferences are also considered.
EC CARES directly provides services through home visits, parent-toddler classes, community preschools, specialized preschool
classrooms, and speech therapy in either group or community preschools. EC CARES also utilizes the expertise of the
community and funds five community programs to provide educational services: The Early Education Program, Eugene Hearing and
Speech Center, The Relief Nursery, Speech-Language-Hearing Center at the University of Oregon, and Lane Regional Program for
children who are deaf and hard of hearing.
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Parents receive regular home visits from an early intervention specialist. This program helps parents learn techniques and ideas to help their child learn new skills. |
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This program offers weekly parent-child groups. Parents have an opportunity to learn skills and parenting information while children have the opportunity to learn in an enriched environment. In addition, home visits are provided to all children and their parents. |
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Children with developmental delays receive education services in community preschools. Early childhood special educators assist preschool teachers to meet the child's unique learning needs. Parent consultation is also provided. |
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This classroom is specifically designed for children with an educational eligibility of autism and who need a very structured educational program. |
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This classroom is specifically designed for children who will benefit from a highly structured environment with many sensory experiences and support for motor needs. |
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A speech group or individual speech therapy is provided to children with needs only in the areas of speech and/or language. |
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