family resources

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My child is under the age of 3 years old, and I have concerns about my child’s development but I don’t know if it is autism. Where do I start?

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 or a delay prior to referral. Simply the fact that you or the family is concerned about the child’s development is enough to generate a referral. For more information about the FIT Program, visit their website or call toll-free at 1-877-696-1472. The Early Childhood Evaluation Program (ECEP) provides evaluations for children […]

My child was recently diagnosed with autism and I want to know how I can learn more about what autism is.

The Autism Programs at the Center for Development and Disability offers a variety of training throughout the state of New Mexico. The training team is composed of experts in the field of autism. Every year, the training team focuses on a specific region in the state. Most trainings are no cost for family members. For the training calendar, go to The CDD Autism Site or call (800) 270-1861 or (505) 272-5304. The Autism Programs also has online webinars and E-courses available. The Autism Programs now offers online E-Courses that you may take at any time to gain more knowledge regarding […]