FAMILY SERVICES
Families with Children Birth to Three
All children learn at different rates. When a parent wonders if their child may be delayed or if they learn their child has a developmental disability, it can be a confusing, emotionally charged time. It may be the beginning of a journey that they did not choose. It may mean that their child needs some extra help to "catch up" to his or her peers, or it may be the first time a parent learns that their child may have long-term special needs. It also means they will be navigating uncharted waters replete with new information and new people entering their life and the life of their children.
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Ability Network service providers support, inform, and empower parents, grandparents, siblings, and other care providers - who truly are the key to the child's development. Everyone participates. We take the journey together.
If you feel your infant or toddler may have delays, anyone can make a referral to Missouri's First Steps program by calling this toll free number 1-866-583-2392
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Families with School-Aged Children
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Early Childhood Special Education — If your child is enrolled in Missouri First Steps or another state’s Part C of IDEA program (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), your service coordinator will provide information to you about Early Childhood Special Education Part B of IDEA. If your child is not enrolled in a Part C program and you suspect delays, contact your local school district for information and to be evaluated.
Other School-Aged Children – If your school district is in need of a specific service, Ability Network, Inc. contracts with many schools and agencies throughout Missouri. We have a variety of professionals available including Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Teachers of Deaf/Hearing Impaired, Teachers of Visually Impaired, Behavior Specialists and Implementers, Orientation and Mobility Specialists, Interpreters of the Deaf, Foreign Language Translators, Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Licensed Professional Counselors. We would be happy to talk with you about how we can help you. Please call our office at 866-483-3555 or 573-883-8181.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
TRACY
I spoke with the parents of K.M. yesterday. First of all, they LOVE the PT and the PTA from Ability Network - LOVE! Mom is so happy with the progress he is making. Both the mom and the Physician Assistant remarked on how much better his mobility has improved since your agency began working with him. Thank you so much.
CHRIS
I want to brag about your providers and the fantastic job they do. I always tell them how much I enjoy working with them but also wanted to spread the praise to you.
BRIANNA
I am thoroughly impressed by your office and the support provided when I have needed something. You all are awesome!