The HOPE Infant Family Support Program is a public special education program that offers services to infants and toddlers with special needs and their families. As part of California Early Start, the San Diego County Office of Education provides quality early intervention services through the HOPE Program. Services are offered at no cost to families.

Why Early Intervention?

The parent's relationship with his or her child is the most important factor in supporting development. Early intervention staff partner with a family to promote their child's development and learning in every day activities within their family and community.

The HOPE staff will support each family to:

* Explore ways to play and interact to promote their child's development.
* Discuss issues relevant to their concerns, priorities and resources.
* Connect with other families of children with special needs.
* Incorporate learning opportunities into daily routines and activities.
* Access other services.