Aiko & Egor App: Animation 4 Autism
Research-based, early intervention, social skills app created by See Beneath (a local nonprofit) for kids with Autism. Simple animation and language.
All Kids Academy Head Start
Qualifying families receive experienced preschool education with nutritious meals, snacks and family support services.
Baby Moves Early Intervention Program
In-home services for children from birth to age 3 provided by a multidisciplinary team—physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech and language pathologist, and infant development specialist.
Beginnings Infant Program
Provides in-home early childhood intervention services (ages 0–3) and parent training. Bilingual (Spanish).
Birthline of San Diego
Pregnancy support services including diapers, formula, baby clothes, referrals for medical insurance and care. Many resources in Spanish.
Child Development Associates (CDA)
Quality childcare for children, Alternative Payment Program, nutrition program (including stipend for meals), and parent workshops.
Diaper Bank Program
The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and North County Food Bank partners with eight nonprofits to distribute diapers throughout the county. Each location may have different eligibility criteria.
Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE)
Programs for students ages 2–5 at various sites within SDUSD.
Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center
Webinars, calendar of events and statistical information for children ages 0–3.
Early Explorers
Provides early intervention services for caregivers of children ages 0–3 to support their IFSP goals. Resources in Spanish.
Escondido Community Child Development Center
Preschool counseling and parent education center.
Exceptional Family Resource Center (EFRC)
Helps parents gain assessment as a Point of Entry for California Early Start and California Prevention Resource and Referral Services (PRRS). Provides families with referrals and helps parents navigate the IEP, IPP and IFSP process.
Family Health Centers of San Diego
FHC healthcare professionals provide developmental screenings, assessments and early intervention for children ages 0–5 at multiple locations throughout San Diego County.
First 5 San Diego
Promotes the health and well-being of young children during their most critical years of development, from the prenatal stage through age 5.
Head Start-Neighborhood House Association
Early childhood education program that provides services to children 0-5 and their families. Priority is given to families who are low income and/or homeless, foster children and children with disabilities.
Home of Guiding Hands Early Intervention Program
Credentialed teachers partner with parents to provide 1:1 intervention for children ages 0–3 with developmental delays and/or disabilities. Free to families enrolled in the CA Early Start program through San Diego Regional Center.
Hope Infant Family Support Program, San Diego County Office of Education
This public, special education program offers services to infants and toddlers with developmental delay and their families.
Infant Development Association of California
Educates parents and caregivers of children ages 0–3 and advocates for children.
JCC’s Nierman Preschool
Inclusive and nurturing learning environment based on the Sheva Jewish lenses and focused on children’s interests and learning needs. Specially designed bathrooms, playground, kitchen and STEAM lab.
Lifetime Women’s Healthcare
Complete healthcare including high-risk pregnancy management. Dedicated to ensuring infant health by supporting mom through pregnancy with 3D/4D ultrasounds.
Little Language Ambassadors
Native Spanish-speaking teachers inspire and educate kids with a 100 percent Spanish immersion program in an inclusive preschool, afterschool elementary and summer camp programs (18 mos–7 yrs).
Lorestry
Supports parent record-keeping of early mental health and developmental milestone progression. The Lorestry app helps parents share their observations with early education/intervention and care teams.
March of Dimes
Committed to improving the health and welfare of pregnant women, premature babies and infants with birth defects through education and health advocacy.
Milestone Pediatric Therapy
Clinic and in-home early intervention services occupational therapy, speech language therapy, AAC, lactation therapy and physical therapy.
Miracle Babies
Provides financial and emotional support to families with children in the NICU. Diaper distribution on a limited basis.
Mission Valley Library Storytime
Inclusive storytimes for babies, toddlers or preschoolers that promote literacy through books, song, baby sign and play.
2123 Fenton Pkwy.
SD, 92108
858-573-5007
www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library
SD, 92108
858-573-5007
www.sandiego.gov/public-library/locations/mission-valley-library
MotherToBaby
Service of nonprofit Organization of Teratology Information Specialists; offers evidence-based information about benefit/risk of medications and other exposures during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Resources in Spanish.
Nutrition in Bloom
Learn about key nutrients for baby’s development, what foods to select at each age, and strategies as you introduce solids.
Rady Children’s KidSTART Program
Comprehensive screening, triage, assessment and treatment (including intensive mental health) for children 0-5 with complex developmental, behavioral, family and medical needs.
Rady Children’s NICU Neurodevelopmental Clinic
Provides evaluation of the growth and development of infants and young children who are at risk for neurologic problems or developmental delays because of premature birth, low birth weight or other problems at birth.
Reformation Lutheran Preschool
Inclusive preschool (ages 2.5–5) focuses on improving motor and social skills through structured play and academics. Christian-based. Extended care available.
Safe to Sleep Campaign
Spreads awareness about the benefits of placing baby to sleep on his back to avoid SIDS and other infant hazards. Resources in Spanish.
San Diego Regional Center (SDRC)
As part of the Early Start Program, provides free assessments to infants and toddlers with a suspected or diagnosed developmental delay so that eligible children and families can obtain therapeutic, early intervention services in San Diego and Imperial Counties.
Shalom Baby
Program welcomes Jewish newborns to the San Diego Jewish community through gift baskets, playgroups, social events and resources. Special programs for literacy, infant massage, redirecting behavior and sleep solutions.
Stars Therapy Services
Offers a multi-disciplinary approach to ABA and Early Intervention, clinical Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy.
The Arc of San Diego
Provides family-centered support for children ages 0–3 with development delays or who may be at risk for delay. Play-based activities help kids learn new skills and enable children to reach their full potential.
The Hanna Fenichel Center
Inclusive parent/toddler, preschool, pre-K education program focusing on emotional, cognitive and social growth, parent classes.
Together We Grow
Pediatric day healthcare facility and school provides an inclusive preschool setting for children with or without disabilities and their siblings. Funding for qualifying families.
2120 Thibodo Rd.
Vista, CA 92081
760-757-6031
WIC–California Women,Infants & Children
Food resources for pregnant and nursing mothers and children ages 0–5. Offers education, counseling, breastfeeding support and nutrition education.
Multiple locations
www.sandiegowic.org
www.sandiegowic.org
Zero to Three
Provide resources parents need to build healthy relationships with infants and toddlers, and that professionals need to grow skills and become advocates for change.