PCD Partnering with the Community
Early Intervention Specialists Sintia Attubato and Shelby Balukonis share ways that PCD helps to bridge the gaps that may exist in caring for young children.
Play-Based Learning
PCD EI offers Toddler and Parent/Child Playgroups in both our Lawrence and Andover locations.
Transition from Early Intervention at Age 3
Every child will eventually transition from EI, at age 3 or before. It is never too early to start to understand the process. “Turning Three Essentials” workshops provide information about the procedures for transitioning a child from early intervention (EI) to special education.
Anderson School Podcast
Director Chris Hunt, family liaison Ellen Waddill and Caroline Pounds, mom to a little boy currently receiving care join On Mic with Jordan Rich Podcast to discuss the Anderson School at PCD (formally PCCD).
Coaching the Caregiver in Early Intervention
Child Early Intervention in Massachusetts and many other states is moving toward a coaching model that helps to support the parent/caregiver to help them identify, guide, and strategize about the child’s development throughout each day.
Tommy benefits from RCP support
Tommy turned 3 years old and transitioned out of EI. The RCP Program continued to be a resource to his family and was critical in bringing referrals and other opportunities to them.
WBZ’s Jordan Rich interviews Ellen Waddill
Ellen Waddill, talks about Trot for Tots 31st annual 5K and family walk fundraiser.
Mia has seen steady improvement in Early Intervention
“I can’t express enough how appreciative we are for Early Intervention. My daughter Mia was almost 10 months and still hadn’t crawled....
NO “Stigma” with Early Intervention – ONLY “Comfort”
“I was the one who initiated the talk about early intervention with our pediatrician after a friend told me not to be afraid of it....
WBZ’s Jordan Rich interviews Kelley Granahan
Kelley Granahan, PCD Director of Development and Marketing Talks about our New Name, New Logo, New website and 50th Anniversary.
Partners in Child Development’s Mission rings true for Maxxx Medina
Maxxx’s mom, Mariannie smiles and says, “my child’s growth exemplifies their dedication to (their mission) nurturing the growth and potential of every child. Maxxx is still growing, but I know he is being set up for success through the collaboration between our family and the PCCD team.”
Meeting each child where they are – siblings attend EI and Woodbridge School
Emersyn’s mom Kristen told us, “PCCD was recommended to us by our former EI program, and it was such a pleasant experience from the first phone call I made. Everyone I interacted with was nothing but welcoming and eager to help.
Everything at Partners in Child Development is truly great…
Nikki and MIchael, PCCD Parents noted, “Jordan not only helped Wyatt get to where he is, she helped us. She taught us how to communicate with Wyatt using basic signs, creating routines and suggesting we print pictures of his favorite foods to create magnets on our fridge.”
Wake-up call on WCVB Eye Opener
Wake Up Call on WCVB featuring Professional Center for Child Development on Valentine's Day
The impact of a child’s first school experience
Woodbridge school parents Devin and Lindsay say, “ We’ve noticed that her language and preschool-level skills have drastically improved since starting at Woodbridge School. It truly feels like she learns something new every week, and she has fun doing it.