Resources for Age Appropriate Health Related Screenings: Vision, Speech/Language, Hearing, and Developmental (including sensory, cognitive, gross motor, fine motor, and socio-emotional) |
The Infant & Toddler Connection (ages birth to 2 years old)
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Health and Safety |
Heatstroke Safety Tips
Information on Cerebal Palsy: Cerebral palsy is a developmental disorder and leading cause of disability in young children. Approximately 8,000 babies and between 1,200 and 1,500 preschool-age children are diagnosed each year. Cerebral palsy occurs as a result of a brain injury sustained during fetal development or birth. However, because the symptoms of CP affect a child’s coordination and independent movement, the injury is not always diagnosed right away, especially when the symptoms are mild. Parents usually notice that something is wrong when a child fails to reach developmental milestones such as
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City of Alexandria Social Services Resources |
The Center for Children and Families provides programs and services for Behavioral Health, Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault, Child Welfare & Child Protective Services, Early Childhood and Youth Development.
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