Maryland is expanding eligibility for its Infants and Toddlers Program (MITP) to include infants born weighing less than 3.5 pounds. The change aims to provide early intervention services to more children at risk of developmental delays. This decision was influenced by state data, recommendations from the State Interagency Coordinating Council, and research from the University of Maryland Children’s Hospital (UMCH) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Follow-up Program.
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The MITP provides free early intervention services that help families integrate developmental strategies into daily routines. Services are available in various settings, including homes, daycares, and community spaces, ensuring accessibility. Referrals to the program can be made by parents, healthcare providers, childcare professionals, or family members. Research shows that 68% of children receiving these services avoid needing special education by third grade.
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The updated eligibility criteria address a significant gap, as nearly half of infants born between 2.5 to 3 pounds without other qualifying conditions experience developmental delays by age three. The expansion is expected to benefit an additional 400 children annually. The University of Maryland Children’s Hospital, which operates one of the state’s two Level IV NICUs, plays a critical role in providing advanced neonatal care and supporting families through the NICU Follow-Up Program in collaboration with MITP.
Maryland’s Infants and Toddlers Program operates under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, offering free early intervention services to children with developmental delays and their families. More information and referrals can be accessed at MDITP.org.
Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from the Maryland State Department of Education.
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