Parents who suspect their child may have special needs or developmental delays should contact the Westchester County Department of Health (914-813-5094). This department will arrange an evaluation at no charge to the parent. If the results of the evaluation indicate that the child is eligible, services such as special instruction, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and parent training in home or community settings or toddler developmental groups, may be recommended.
Alcott is an approved Evaluation Site. Evaluations must be authorized by the Department of Health.
For help scheduling an evaluation please contact: Maureen Connolly at our Dobbs Ferry site. She can be reached by phone at 914-693-7677 or 914-693-3737.
Parent Child Group is led by an occupational therapist and a social worker. The group is designed to facilitate play and social skills. Mothers, fathers, and /or caregivers are active participants. Classes meet 2 days per week for 1 1/2 hours per class. Groups are formed throughout the year as needed.At the present time we have Parent Child Groups in our Fox Meadow site.
For more information on the Early Intervention Programs and Services offered through the Alcott School, please contact Susan Bensadon at 914-595-7551.
Please note that in order to qualify for these special education programs, children must be evaluated and found to be in need of service.
All Programs are funded and regulated by the New York State Department of Health and Education and in Westchester County by the Westchester County Department of Health. There is no cost to parents for the special education services listed above. Transportation is provided for eligible children.
