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How to get started: The first step to accessing EI is getting a referral* <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong>Your state accepts : <\/strong>referrals FROM ANYONE, your state may require a referral come accompanied by a doctor\u2019s prescription for an evaluation <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should refer as soon as possible! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your state\u2019s referral link(s):https:\/\/ardhs.my.site.com\/DDSReferral\/s\/fcs-referral-intake<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

REMEMBER: YOU CAN ALWAYS CONTACT YOUR LOCAL EI OFFICE DIRECTLY BY PHONE OR MAIL<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your state\u2019s EI contact number: <\/strong> Call:<\/strong>1-800-643-8258<\/em> or 1-501-682-8158<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your state\u2019s EI contact Email: Email:<\/strong> firstconnectionsreferrals@ade.arkansas.gov<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your state\u2019s EI office address: <\/strong>MAIN OFFICE<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

P.O. Box 1437, Slot N504
108 East 7th Street
Little Rock, AR 72203<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your state accepts referrals until: YOUR CHILD TURNS 34.5 MO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong>After a referral is made it SHOULD be NO MORE THAN 3 MONTHS before your family is contacted for an evaluation* and service coordination.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong>At your evaluation they will assess your child\u2019s: cognitive, physical, communication, social emotional, and adaptive abilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong>Your state will accept your child into EI if: <\/strong>your child\u2019s scores show a delay of 25% OR MORE IN ANY AREA OR HAS A CONDITION ON A PRE-APPROVED LIST<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong>If your child is not accepted into the program: You may be eligible for RE-DETERMINATION of eligibility. Talk to your service coordinator for more information. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong>If your child qualifies: your family will be given no-cost services* that will address your needs. The length and type of therapies will be outlined though an Individualized Family Service Plan*. These services will continue UNTIL YOUR CHILD TURNS 3<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

You will be expected to begin transitioning out of this program: WHEN YOUR CHILD TURNS 33 MO<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/strong>EI Transition* can mean a variety of things- your child may need further service coordination through Part B of IDEA (school services) or they may be ready to transition out of their service provision. Your providers will meet with you and explain this process. This process should take NO LONGER THAN 3 MO. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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