Early Intervention Parent Liaison, met with Gretchen Finchum, a speech-language pathologist (SLP) from our Greater Lowell Early Intervention Services program to discuss a common developmental challenge, communication.
Life with babies and toddlers can feel like a constant negotiation. With the daily demands of parenting, it’s natural to find ourselves rushing to fix problems, offering lots of praise, or trying to protect children from every disappointment. But one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is learning to honor every member of the family, including ourselves.
Play is one of the most natural ways for children to build confidence and develop important motor skills. From climbing over pillows to balancing on a line or reaching for a balloon, everyday play can create opportunities for children to move, explore, and grow. Discover simple, fun activities that caregivers can try at home to help little ones become confident movers while enjoying the adventure of play.
At Woodbridge School, we believe learning is a journey for everyone—including our educators. In this post, discover how our leadership and teaching team’s professional learning experience at Boulder Journey School inspired new ideas, fresh perspectives, and deeper thinking about how children learn and grow. Made possible through a generous Cummings Foundation grant, this meaningful experience reflects our ongoing commitment to professional growth and creating the best possible learning experiences for every child.
Messy play is so much more than fun. When children have the freedom to mix, pour, build, create, and explore, they are developing confidence, creativity, problem-solving skills, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. The mess may wash away, but the wonder, joy, and memories they create can last a lifetime.
Partners in Child Development’s Early Intervention Services program supports families with infants and young children who are experiencing feeding challenges, including breastfeeding, bottle feeding, latching, and weight gain. Our team provides family-centered guidance and practical strategies to help make feeding more successful and less stressful.
Partners in Child Development’s Early Intervention Services program empowers and improves outcomes for families with children aged infant to three years old who have developmental delays or are at risk for delays. Our services are embedded in families’ daily routines, accounting for and respectful of family culture and learning style.
Partners in Child Development is delighted to announce that our Early Intervention Services program has been awarded a grant from the Flutie Foundation.
Learn how Early Intervention Services supported one family’s journey as they navigated concerns about their son Benjamin’s development. From building communication and feeding skills to gaining confidence through everyday routines, this heartfelt story highlights the power of early support, family-centered care, and celebrating every milestone along the way.
Learn how Partners in Child Development and Perkins School for the Blind work together to support infants and toddlers with visual impairments and their families through a collaborative, family-centered Early Intervention approach. From in-home visits and individualized developmental support to transition planning and specialized vision services, this valued partnership helps children build skills, confidence, and connections during their earliest years.
May 18th is Speech-Language Pathologist Appreciation Day, and at Anderson School we have so much to celebrate! Learn how our dedicated SLPs, Vanessa and Taylor, support students in building receptive and expressive communication skills through individualized therapies, collaborative classroom activities, and a wide range of communication systems.
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.
Early communication starts at birth, and for infants and toddlers with hearing loss, early support can make a lasting difference. In honor of Better Hearing Month, we highlight how Early Intervention Services guide families with practical strategies and personalized care to help children build strong communication skills from the very beginning.
April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to foster understanding, inclusion, and support for children with autism and their families. At Partners in Child Development, we know that early identification and intervention can make a meaningful difference during a child’s most critical years of development. Through our Early Intervention Services, we provide expert care, reduce barriers to evaluation, and empower families with the tools and support they need, because every child deserves the opportunity to thrive.
Strong leadership helps children and families thrive. With a deep personal connection to early intervention, Board Chair Tricia Sabulis brings passion, experience, and vision to Partners in Child Development. Inspired by her daughter Hannah’s journey, Tricia is committed to expanding programs, supporting families, and strengthening the organization’s impact, because every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential.
