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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Partners in Child Development was honored to be represented at the Massachusetts State House for a special celebration recognizing 50 years of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and its profound impact on children, families, and communities across the Commonwealth.![]()
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Hosted by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and the Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium (MEIC), the event brought together families, providers, educators, advocates, legislators, and public servants to reflect on the progress made possible through IDEA and to recommit to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.![]()
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IDEA’s expansion to include Part C helped establish statewide Early Intervention services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities, supporting children and families during some of the most critical years of development.![]()
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We are proud to be part of this important work and grateful to Cheryl Bruk, who serves on the MEIC Board as the Region 3 Representative, along with Sandy Levine, Leslie Siciliano, and Karen Purtschert for representing Partners in Child Development at this meaningful celebration.![]()
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#PartnersInChildDevelopment #EarlyIntervention #IDEA50
Partners in Child Development is hiring an Occupational Therapist to join our Early Intervention Program.![]()
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This is a meaningful opportunity to support children ages 0-3 and their families through family-centered services embedded in daily routines. As part of a multidisciplinary Early Intervention team, the Occupational Therapist helps children improve functioning, independence, and participation at home and in the community.![]()
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We offer flexible schedules, strong benefits, mentoring, professional development, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact during a critical stage of development.![]()
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View full details and apply: mypcd.org/careers/![]()
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#earlyintervention #merrimackvalley #OccupationalTherapyJobs
I Spy - Can You Spot the Learning?![]()
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"I Spy” is more than just a fun game; it’s a simple way to support your child’s development through everyday play. This classic game helps build vocabulary, attention, listening, and observation skills. As children play, they practice describing what they see, focusing on details, and using language to communicate their ideas.![]()
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You can play “I Spy” just about anywhere—at home, in the car, at the store, or outside on a family walk. Start simple by giving color clues like, “I spy something red,” and gradually add more description.![]()
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#ChildDevelopment #learningthroughplay #kidsactivities
Partners in Child Development Receives Technology Grant from Flutie Foundation
Partners in Child Development is delighted to announce that our Early Intervention Services program has been awarded a grant from the Flutie Foundation.