Infant Learning Program Free Developmental Screening

Overview 

Developmental screening takes a look at how your child is developing. The tools used for developmental and behavioral screening are formal questionnaires or checklists based on research that ask questions about a child’s development; including language, movement, thinking, behavior, and emotions. Developmental screening can be done by a doctor or nurse, but also by other professionals in healthcare, early childhood education, the community, or in school settings. 

It is important to ensure every child receives screening both so caregivers can help encourage healthy development, and also to find potential areas to monitor or of concern early. Many potential delays, if caught early, can be supported with early intervention which will significantly impact the chances of success in school and life.

There are many different tools that are used for developmental screening. We use the Ages and Stages Questionnaire: 3rd Edition (ASQ:3).

Who qualifies?

Some medical and childcare providers offer screening on a regular basis as a part of well child checks or through their programmatic curriculum. If your child has not been screened, you can access screening for free through Help Me Grow Alaska.

You can also contact your local Infant Learning Program for developmental screening, with information found below.

How to sign up

Infant Learning Program services are available in all communities in the State of Alaska, through a network of providers located in non-profits, health corporations and school districts. Please use the contact information and maps below to find your local provider.

Parent referrals

If you have a concern about your child’s development or would like to have a developmental screening, please reach out to your local ILP program or call our state office at 1-877-HSS-FMLY (477-3659).

Provider referrals

If you know of a child with a disability, or are concerned that a child may have a developmental delay, please refer the child to the Early Intervention/Infant Learning Program in your area.
When making a referral, please let the program know if the parent(s) are aware the referral is being made. We ask that you provide the following information: child’s name, date of birth, age, parent or care giver name, telephone number, address, city, state, zip code, person making the referral and a contact number and the reason/concerns you have regarding the child.

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