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Project

The State of Developmental Monitoring, Screening, and Evaluation in Washington, DC

Center:

DC-Children's Research Institute, LEND

Fiscal Year:

2023

Contact Information:

Serene Habayeb
[email protected]
202-279-3300

Project Description:

Early diagnosis of DD increases access to early intervention services and significantly improves patients' outcomes. Despite best practice recommendations for developmental monitoring and screening, as well as overall increases in these practices, many children are still not diagnosed with DD such as autism spectrum disorder until they reach school age. The objective is to understand processes that organizations in Washington DC use for M.S.E, including strengths and weaknesses, to clarify areas of need and opportunities for growth. Results are expected to illustrate current practices in different types of organizations and areas of need in relation to technical support and education. Training efforts will be targeted to specific organizations based on the answers provided.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Performing Direct and/or Demonstration Services, Performing Research or Evaluation, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers, General Public

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

None

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Single-County, State

Funding Source:

COVID-19 Related Data:

N/A

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