IDEA Part C (Early Intervention)

Program Description:	IDEA Part C (Early Intervention) provides services for infants and toddlers with disabilities or developmental delays, as authorized under Part C of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Federal Agency:	U.S. Department of Education
Agency Website:	http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/osep/index.html
National Total:	$500 million
New York State Total:	$23,686,688 (Half in March 2009, balance in October 2009)
Entities Eligible to Apply:	Vary depending on the initiative

Flow of Funds:	The U.S. Department of Education distributes the funds to states pursuant to a formula. The Department of Health as lead agency for Part C receives the funding to support the administrative costs of the early intervention program.
Obligation Deadline:	September 30, 2011
Reporting Requirements:	Unknown

State Agency:	Department of Health
State Agency Website:	www.recovery.ny.gov http://nyhealth.gov
State Agency Technical Contact:	Wendy Saunders and Robert Reed
Additional Information:	Use this form to request additional information.