Who Are We?

Early Start SLP, PT, OT, Therapy and Evaluation Services, PLLC  has been providing Early Intervention services for over 8 years in Saratoga County, New York. Early Start providers are highly qualified licensed professionals with many years of experience in Early Intervention. Our agency primarily contracts with Saratoga County Public Health to provide evaluations, screenings, and therapy services for children birth-3 years of age. Our therapists have experience dealing with but not limited to : autism, prematurity, hearing impairments, numerous syndromes and mitochondrial disorders, cerebral palsy as well as speech delays and motor delays.

What is Early Intervention?

Early Intervention: Is a federally-funded program that provides assessment and developmental services (Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Special Instruction, Nutrition, and Social work) for children who qualify. These services are provided in your home and/or community settings that your child attends (e.g., daycare, preschool, etc.). 

What should you do if you have concerns about your child's development?

If you live in New York State and have concerns regarding your child's development you can seek help for your child through your local county Public Health office. You can find their phone number through one of the following:

  • NY State Dept of Health - Bureau of Early Intervention : 1-800-522-5006
  • NY State Early Intervention Website Link
  • For residents of Saratoga County - contact the Saratoga County Public Health Office (518) 584-7460
  • Your child's pediatricians should also be able to provide the Early Intervention contacts for your county