All Things Early Intervention
Remember, a safe early intervention provider is a happy early intervention provider, and a happy early intervention provider can make all the difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.
When you mention that you are a parent to another parent, it elevates your street credit. You are “in the mom club” together and it can be tempting to share personal stories.
Finding Wi-Fi in a rural area is hard, but it makes downtime more efficient. If you learn where you can go for Wi-Fi and to charge your cell phone if needed, and maybe a potty break and snack. You’re set.
This experience serves as a valuable lesson for anyone navigating rural addresses. Here are some strategies to ensure you arrive on time and avoid any “cornfield confusion”:
This van comes with a backup camera, which is new to me, and let me tell you… a whole new world. Ever since I got a rear camera, backing up out of crowded driveways is so much easier. I can clearly see how close I am to random trees or other cars parked nearby as I weave my way down the curvy country gravel driveway or crowded apartment complex lot.
The most important thing is to remember that we, as home visitors, are strangers invading that dog’s space. His instinct, no matter his breed, is to protect his people. It is up to us to use caution.
Our name tags are a double-edged sword. They create an avenue for connection, but can also lead to unexpected consultations. Let’s talk about some best practices on and off duty.
On this particular “normal” day, I walked into a home visit with visions of one-on-one therapy in mind. Little did I know, nine visiting cousins eating fried chicken for lunch would turn it into a glorious, chaotic group experience.
At the end of each Early Intervention session, I recap, thinking, “What was the point?” I don’t leave until I let the family know the purpose of the visit. Being on the other side of Early Intervention, I realized that in those past home visits, I may have known what my intent was, but they did not. Now I make sure we both know.
Where does Special Instruction Take Place? The simple answer is Special Instruction takes place in natural environments, which vary from child to child.
All Things Early Intervention