Early intervention refers to services that help kids from birth to age three with developmental delays. But what services are available after kids turn 3? The answer: preschool services.

In this episode, we welcome Elisa Lundy. Elisa is a special education teacher who works in preschool classrooms in the New York City area. Listen as she:

Explains the similarities between preschool services and early intervention
Shares how preschool services can help a child’s social, emotional, and physical development
And tells us how families can access these services in their school

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Understanding preschool services