Success in Health
First Steps in Allen County, Indiana
Note: All years except 2003 are Jan.-Dec., while 2003 is based on the Federal Fiscal Year (Oct. 1-Sep. 30).
FIRST STEPS in ALLEN COUNTY |
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| 2002 |
2003 |
2004 |
2005 |
2006 |
|
| Total Number of Children Served | 1,131 |
1,172 |
1,163 |
1,221 |
1,115 |
Average Age at Referral (in months) |
13.1 |
13.9 |
15.1 |
15.2 |
15.2 |
Average days from referral to IFSP |
41 |
40 |
36 |
32 |
29 |
Children moving to Preschool Spec Ed: |
142 |
131 |
114 |
117 |
124 |
Exiting Children under 3, services no longer needed: |
NA |
NA |
55 |
85 |
95 |
Eligible Children who declined services: |
39 |
33 |
27 |
22 |
16 |
Total Amount Paid on behalf of children served |
$3,612,037 |
$3,580,851 |
$4,114,065 |
$4,354,435 |
$3,599,054 |
Allen County Average |
$3,194 |
$3,055 |
$3,537 |
$3,566 |
$3,228 |
Source: FSSA, First Steps Program.
Note: "Service Information" not available as of September, 2007. Will be made available at a later date. If data is needed, please contact CRI, or FSSA at FirstStepsWeb@fssa.state.in.us.
Source: FSSA, First Steps Program. The above chart excludes “service coordination”, which practically all families of First Steps use.
Definitions, Sources and Caveats:
First Steps is an early intervention system administered by the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration for infants and toddlers up to age 3 who are at risk of developmental delays. This could be a developmental delay in speech or movement, or for those at risk due to a diagnosed condition or having a biological risk factor.
The First Steps Program brings together professionals and families from education, health, and social service agencies to ensure that families will have the necessary services and support systems to raise healthy children. Participation is voluntary.
FSSA First Steps Web site
Indiana First Steps
Call First Steps toll free at 1-866-316-9800.