About
The Garrett County Infants and Toddlers Program is the county's early intervention program for young children with developmental delays or disabilities and their families, run through Garrett County Public Schools, whose central office is at 770 Dennett Rd in Oakland. Every child from birth until age three is eligible for screening and evaluation.
Services Offered
Screening and evaluation look at cognitive, communication, social-emotional, fine and gross motor, hearing, speech, vision and adaptive self-help development. Depending on a child's needs, the program lists:
- Special instruction
- Occupational therapy, physical therapy and speech pathology/audiology
- Case management and health services
- Adaptive services
- Family education and support, plus connections to community resources and support agencies
Making a Referral
Anyone can make a referral for a child under 36 months who lives in Maryland, whether that's a parent, a relative or a doctor. You can call the program directly or use the statewide online referral form at referral.mditp.org.
If you have a question about a little one's development, the program is a good place to start the conversation.
Address
770 Dennett Rd, Oakland, MD 21550