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Parent-Infant program

Program Requirements
Guidelines for Early Intervention Services

Any child 0-3 years of age is eligible for Early Intervention service with a hearing loss meeting the following criteria:

30 dB loss in two speech frequencies (500-4000 Hz)
                                or
35 dB loss in one speech frequency (500-4000 Hz)

Unilateral, conductive or sensorineural losses apply

If a child meets the criteria, a referral to Child & Family Connections (CFC) is warranted with parent permission.  If results are due to follow-up from a newborn hearing screening, result are sent to IDPH and a referral is mandated.