Early Intervention

Early Intervention is equivalent to Case Management but is a term used when discussing children under the age of 3 years old. Early Intervention includes enrollment in BabyNet, the assignment of an Early Interventionist, coordination of access to EIBI (early intensive behavior intervention), OT (occupational therapy), ST (speech therapy), and PT (physical therapy). The DDSN Early Intervention case manager is required to assist with obtaining, coordinating, and processing early intervention services.

BabyNet

If your child is under 3 years of age, contact SC DHEC BabyNet. You can reach them at 1-800- 868-0404 (CARELINE) or 1-877-621-0865 (First Steps); 1-800-852-7157 or get more information about their services at http://www.scdhec.gov/health/mch/cshcn/programs/babynet/.

Early Interventionist

For children under 3 years of age, once approved for BabyNet services, the child will be assigned an Early Interventionist. The Early Interventionist (EI) will make sure your child has access to Early Intensive Behavioral Intervention (EIBI) and other services such as OT, ST and PT, which can be provided by your child’s pediatrician.