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VISITA AQUÍ LOS RECURSOS DE LOS CDC
Maryann Trott MA, BCBA Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities Division One of the questions most often asked of the individuals that work in the Autism programs is “How early can you tell if a child has autism?” followed by “What are the signs?” According to Dr. Lauren Elder who is […]
Where to Get an Evaluation for Children under 3 years old Early Screening Key Principles of Early Intervention
The Autism Family & Provider Resource Team can help! For a list of activities and services throughout the state for you and your family, please contact them at 505-272-1852 or toll free at 1-800-270-1861, or email them at HSC-AutismPrograms@salud.unm.edu. The New Mexico Autism Society offer community activities for teenagers, adults […]
The New Mexico Family Infant Toddler (FIT) Program is a state and federally funded program for families whose child is under the age of three that has or is at risk for a developmental disability or delay to receive early intervention services. It is not necessary to determine a diagnosis […]
Dental Guide for Families and Caregivers
Diagnostic and treatment services for children with ASD are generally available in New Mexico, and are funded by private insurance, public employee insurance, and Medicaid. To find out specifics of your insurance plan, consult your benefit handbook or talk to a customer service representative at the health plan. The links […]
What is a DD Waiver? This waiver program helps eligible New Mexicans live in their homes and communities by allowing them to choose from a menu of services and supports. The Developmental Disabilities Waiver (DD Waiver) serves individuals with an intellectual disability or specific related conditions and developmental disabilities that […]
What is New Mexico Centennial Care? Centennial Care is the name of the New Mexico Medicaid program. Most people who have Centennial Care receive services through one of four managed care organizations (MCOs). Covered services include physical health (medical, dental, and vision), behavioral health (to help with issues such as […]
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that provides financial support for low income individuals with disabilities. If the individual is a child, the family’s income becomes the eligibility criteria. SSI comes with a Medicaid card. Although Medicaid is a federal program, it is state specific. New Mexico Medicaid […]
New Mexico Program Divisions
Although we often think of Child Find as a provision for preschool education for students with disabilities, it includes all children of school age. Child Find requires all schools to locate, identify and evaluate all children with disabilities from birth through age 21 (Provision for birth through age 2 are […]