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Infant and Toddlers
Sally Chapman, Specialist, Infants and Toddlers
Paula Boykin, Supervisor, Birth to Five

Baltimore County Infants and Toddlers Program

Baltimore County Infants and Toddlers Program (BCITP) provides services for families of children birth through 36 months of age who have, or may have, developmental disabilities, delays, or special health needs. BCITP services are collaboratively provided by the Baltimore County Department of Health, Baltimore County Public Schools, Baltimore County Department of Social Services and other public and private agencies. Infants and Toddlers referrals are made by calling the Single Point of Entry for Baltimore County at 410-887-2169.

Mission
Baltimore County Infants and Toddlers Program’s mission is to support families within their communities as they facilitate their children’s learning and development.

Service providers, interagency and community partners collectively demonstrate their commitment to this mission by the following actions:

  • Developing partnerships with families using flexible and collaborative interventions to facilitate children’s successes in their homes and communities;
  • Developing partnerships with community organizations and professionals to provide access to comprehensive community based experiences for families; and
  • Actively seeking to learn from families, community organizations, and other resources to enhance program excellence.

What is the Process?

  • Single Point of Entry staff members will request initial information over the phone.
  • An Infants and Toddlers service provider will contact the family to schedule an assessment for eligibility.
  • If the child is determined eligible for services, Infants and Toddlers service providers and the family will jointly develop an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) defining the services necessary to meeting the family and child outcomes.

Who is eligible for services?
Any infant or toddler, birth to age three, residing in Baltimore County who experiences a developmental delay of 25%; experiences atypical development; or has a diagnosed physical or mental disability that puts the child at risk for developmental delay is eligible for services.

Who may refer a child?
Anyone may refer a child to the Single Point of Entry. Most children are referred by their families, but many referrals are received from pediatricians, child care providers and others. Services are voluntary for families.

What is the cost for services?
There are no costs for families for BCITP services.

What services are available?
Based on the individualized needs of the child and family, BCITP may provide any of the following services:
Assistive technology
Audiology
Developmental monitoring
Educational instruction
Individual/family counseling
Nursing
Occupational therapy
Physical therapy
Service Coordination (community linkages and case management)
Speech therapy
Social work

How Do I Access These Services?
Simply call the Single Point of Entry at 410-887-2169 to make a referral.