Special Needs & Early Intervention
Early intervention services play a crucial role in helping young children and their families. For children ages 0-5, early identification and support can make a big difference in how they develop.
Programs and Services
Child Find
HIDOE Child Find is a program that aims to locate and evaluate children with disabilities who need special education services.
Early Intervention
The Early Intervention Program provides free services to support the development of children from 0 to 3 years of age.
Hi‘ilei Development Screening Program
The Hi‘ilei Program is a free resource that provides developmental screening and information for parents/families of children from 0 to 5 years of age.
Family Services
Early Learning
From free Pre-K at public and charter schools to programs like Head Start and child care subsidies, there’s support for every stage from birth to age 5.
Food & Nutrition
From WIC to SNAP to free and reduced-price school meals, these programs support families with access to nutritious food for children from birth through school age.
Health & Safety
Making sure children are healthy and safe is very important for their growth. Med-QUEST and CHIP are here to make sure families have the health coverage they need to care for their loved ones.
Parenting & Family/Housing Support
From home visits for new parents to housing and financial assistance, these programs help families build strong foundations and meet everyday needs.
Special Needs & Early Intervention
Free developmental screenings and early intervention services help identify needs early and give families the tools to help their children grow and thrive.
