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Developmental Disabilities Division

Chinook Building
401 5th Avenue, Suite 520
Seattle, WA 98104

ddd@kingcounty.gov
Phone: 206-263-9061
Fax: 206-205-1632
TTY: 711 Relay Service

Department: Community and Human Services

Guidelines for Implementing Early Intervention Services in Natural Environments (pdf)

The purpose of Washington's Guidelines for Implementing Early Intervention Services in Natural Environments is to provide guidance to all individuals who comprise the State Early Intervention System in adapting and modifying services as necessary to meet the natural environments requirements of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part C.

The Guidelines emphasize the importance of providing early intervention services as part of the family's daily routine and activities; using the child's natural learning opportunities.