Early Intervention | Lehigh Valley Autism

Why Early Intervention Matters for Autism:

1. Brain Development

The early years (birth to age 5) are when the brain is most flexible.
Early support helps build crucial skills during this window of rapid growth.

2. Improves Core Skills

Early therapy can boost communication, social interaction, behavior, and learning.
It helps reduce delays in speech, motor skills, and daily routines.

3. Better Long-Term Outcomes

Children who receive early help are more likely to succeed in school and daily life.
It can reduce the need for more intensive support later on.

4. Family Support

Early services often include coaching for parents, helping them understand how to support their child.
Families feel more confident and better equipped to manage challenges.

5. Tailored to the Child

Services are personalized to meet each child’s specific strengths and needs.
This increases the chances of progress and meaningful growth.

Providers:

Easterseals

Provides Early Intervention services to toddlers with a diagnosis of ASD as well as those who may be on the spectrum, but do not have a diagnosis. Includes physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and play skills. Easterseals also includes FREE developmental screenings.

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Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit (CLIU) #21

Services Start: Age 3
Locations: Services can be provided at the IU, in a daycare or preschool, or at home.

Where: 4210 Independence Drive, Schnecksville, PA 18078
Call: 610-799-4111
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Colonial Intermediate Unit #20

Services Start: Age 3

Where: 6 Danforth Dr., Easton, PA 18045

Call: 610-252-5550

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Good Shepherd Rehab

Where: 850 South 5th Street, Allentown, PA 18103

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