Visit Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Website 1-866-946-9733 OPWDD works with the State Education Department, local school districts, and special education staff to assist students transitioning from school, and to help plan for the supports that will be needed in adult life. This process should start at age 15.
Visit NYCourts.gov Website NYCourts has online forms for guardianship.
Visit Office of Special Education Website 1-718-935-2000 This department provides services and programs for students with disabilities.
Visit Early Intervention Official (EIO) Website This designated official administers the local Early Intervention Program. Contact your EIO for information or to refer a child.
Visit New York State Department of Health Website 1-518-473-7016 The Early Intervention Program (EIP) provides a variety of therapeutic and support services to children under three years of age who have a confirmed disability or established developmental delay.