Nurturing the Growth and Development of Every Child to Maximize Their Potential
We are passionate and committed to helping children and their families with programs focused on a child’s development and well-being.
Early Intervention Services in Massachusetts
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Serving More Children in More Communities with our Early Intervention Program
Our Early Intervention Program has expanded to serve children and families in the Greater Lowell area including eight additional communities. We serve children and families in Andover, North Andover, Lawrence and Methuen as well as Billerica, Chelmsford, Dracut, Dunstable, Lowell, Tewksbury, Tyngsborough and Westford.
Learn more about Partners in Child Development and our three programs by watching this video that presents a brief overview.
Our Programs
Our educational and therapeutic programs provide children of all abilities with a solid foundation for life-long learning.
Early Intervention
Services
Our program dramatically improves outcomes for children ages 0-3 who have developmental delays or are at risk for delays. Services are provided at no cost to the family through therapeutic interventions embedded in their daily routines.
Anderson
School
A special education school in Andover, MA serving students ages 3-16 who have complex medical needs. Stimulating classrooms maximize each student’s independence and growth.
Woodbridge
School
An early childhood education program in Andover, MA that offers a safe, joyful, and creative environment for children 18 months to 5 years old. Each child finds joy and love of learning through exploration, open-ended play, and creative expression.
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The first three years of life are a critical time for communication and language development. For infants and toddlers with hearing loss, early support can make a lasting difference.![]()
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In recognition of Better Hearing Month, we’re sharing how Partners in Child Development’s Early Intervention Services helps young children with hearing loss and their families build strong communication skills through family-centered support, practical strategies, and early intervention.![]()
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Read more: mypcd.org/hearing-loss-in-young-children/![]()
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#EarlyIntervention #MerrimackValley #HearingLossAwareness
Autism Acceptance Month is an opportunity to recognize the importance of early, accessible support for children and families.![]()
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Early Intervention is not just about services; it is about empowering families with tools, knowledge, and confidence during a critical developmental window.![]()
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At Partners in Child Development, we are seeing an increasing number of children presenting early signs, reinforcing the need for timely, supportive care.![]()
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If you work with families or young children, sharing resources like this can make a meaningful difference.![]()
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Learn more and help connect families to support:![]()
mypcd.org/our-early-intervention-services-for-children-with-autism/![]()
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#AutismAcceptanceMonth #earlyintervention #merrimackvalley
Sometimes, the right connection point can open the door to growth.![]()
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For one family, that connection point was music. When their two-year-old son was having difficulty communicating, Partners in Child Development’s Early Intervention team worked with the family to understand his needs, strengths, and interests. Through support from developmental, speech-language, occupational therapy, playgroup, and music therapy professionals, music became a powerful tool for communication, interaction, and sensory support.![]()
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Read the impact story: ei.mypcd.org/project/music-breakthrough-communication-sensory-needs/![]()
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#EarlyIntervention #MerrimackValley #AutismAcceptanceMonth
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Impact StoriesMusic Creates a Breakthrough for Communication and Sensory NeedsCommunicationBackgroundThe family reached out to Early Intervention Services in Lawrence, MA seeking therapeutic services ...
Our Nurses are Vital at Anderson School
At Anderson School, nurses play an essential role in helping students with complex medical needs learn, grow, and feel safe each day. From providing skilled medical care in the classroom to building meaningful relationships with students and families, our registered nurses bring compassion, confidence, and calm to every moment. On Nurses Appreciation Day, we celebrate the dedicated nursing team whose care gives families peace of mind and helps students thrive.