Developmental Milestones
Act Early Texas
Act Early Texas! provides parents and early childhood professionals with information designed to answer the question, "Is this child's development like other children of the same age?" including access to free developmental and autism-specific screenings.
CDC Learn the Signs. Act Early
Milestones matter! The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) "Learn the Signs. Act Early." program can help you learn the signs of healthy development, monitor your child's early development, and take action when there is a concern.
Support for Birth to 36 Months
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Early Childhood Intervention (ECI)
ECI is a program for families with children birth to 36 months with developmental delays, disabilities or certain medical diagnoses that may impact development.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Eligibility Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Eligibility
This information page for families provides answers to frequently asked questions about ECI including eligibility requirements, how to connect with an ECI program, and what to expect from an early intervention visit.
Find Your Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Program
Find the local ECI program in your area.
Make a Referral Make a Referral
Don't take a "wait and see" approach when it comes to a child's development. Anyone can make a referral to ECI - parents, doctors, child care providers, grandparents, foster parents or others.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Resource Guide Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Resource Guide
This Resource Guide contains information about resources of interest to families of children with developmental delays or disabilities, professionals who have an interest in families, and anyone interested in the well-being of young children and their families.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Questions and Complaints
For general questions or to make a complaint, submit an online request to the HHS Ombudsman. Please include your ZIP code, county or city to help identify your local ECI program.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Advisory Committee
The ECI Advisory Committee advises the Texas Health and Human Services Commission Division for Early Childhood Intervention Services on development and implementation of policies that constitute the statewide ECI system. The governor appoints the committee members.
Eye and Vision Assessment
Through the InfantSEE© program, member optometrists provide a no-cost comprehensive eye and vision assessment for infants 6-12 months old regardless of a family's income or access to insurance coverage.
Support for Ages 3 to 5
Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
ECSE is a program for young children with disabilities ages 3 to 5. Children who meet eligibility criteria may receive services in a variety of settings such as a prekindergarten classroom, in the home, or in community settings such as Head Start and pre-school.
Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Eligibility Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) Eligibility
This guide provides an overview of Early Childhood Intervention (birth to 36 months) and ECSE (ages 3 to 5). See if your child has a need that qualifies him or her for services.
Children’s Autism Program Children’s Autism Program
The Health and Human Services Children's Autism Program provides focused applied behavioral analysis services for children through local community agencies and organizations.
Children’s Autism Program – Find a Provider
If you are looking for services for a child with autism, find a program provider in your area.
More Resources
Resources and support for families raising children with disabilities.