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Bright Start Parent/Infant ProgramRon Pekarek, M.S., BCBAProgram Manager (559) 747-3984, Ext.6811 ronp@tcoe.org ![]() The Bright Start Parent/Infant Program provides comprehensive early intervention services consisting of the following components: home-based visitations, on-site parent-child involvement activities and therapies. A child eligible for early intervention services at Bright Start may receive one or more of the following services: direct early instructional program, structured play group opportunities, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, deaf and/or hard of hearing services and/or infant massage. The family collaborates with the instructional staff and other professionals in the planning and development of the Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). This family-centered plan identifies specific outcomes and the appropriate services needed to help each child develop to his or her fullest potential. ![]() Bright Start also operates the FACES Program for very young children who have Autism Spectrum Disorder. For additional information on FACES - Facing Autism's Challenges by Expanding Skills - read the FACES brochure (pdf file). Bright Start staff collaborates regularly with other agencies, such as the Central Valley Regional Center, the Family Resource Center, and the Department of Health and Human Services, in order to maintain optimum services. Before a child turns three, a transition plan is developed in conjunction with the family and other agency providers. The team considers the child's present developmental levels, eligibility for continued services, and preschool service options. The Bright Start Parent/Infant Program staff is committed to providing appropriate services to assist each child to reach his or her fullest potential. ![]() ![]() |
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Tulare County Office of Education Special Services Division All mail to: P.O. Box 5091, Visalia, CA 93278-5091 Physical address: 6200 S. Mooney Blvd., Visalia, CA 93277 Tammy McKean, Assistant Superintendent (559) 730-2910 • fax: (559) 730-2511 Jim Vidak, County Superintendent of Schools Tulare County Office of Education All mail to: P.O. Box 5091, Visalia, CA 93278-5091 Physical address: 6200 S. Mooney Blvd., Visalia, CA 93277 phone: (559) 733-6300 • fax: (559) 627-5219 | Home Page | Site Index | Please direct web site problems or comments to tcoeweb@tcoe.org. Copyright © 2018, Tulare County Office of Education |