A r c h i v e d I n f o r m a t i o n
Including Your Child
April 1997
Table of Contents
Title Page
Introduction
Chapter 1--A Family Is the Most Important Support a Child Can Have
Chapter 2--Help and Support Are Important in the Early Years
Chapter 3--Find Services and Supports Under the Law
Chapter 4--Find Services and Supports Based on Your Child's Age
Chapter 5--It Is Important To Have Dreams for Your Child
Chapter 6--A Plan Will Help That Dream To Come True
Chapter 7--Include Your Child in Activities With All Children
Chapter 8--Reach Out to Others
Helpful Hints
Appendix A. Developmental Progress Chart
Appendix B. Resources
Associations and Organizations
Government Agencies
Government Supported Organizations
Hotlines and Information Lines
Internet Sites
Minority Family Groups
Office for Civil Rights
Parent Training and Information Centers
State Government Information
Appendix C. References
Appendix D. List of Important Names and Phone Numbers
Acknowledgements
Ordering Information