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Early Start

The Early Start program is California's early intervention program for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. Early Start services are available statewide and are provided in a coordinated, family-centered system.



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January 2023 Newsletter: English

November 2022 Newsletter: English | Spanish

July 2022 Newsletter: English | Spanish

April 2022 Newsletter: English | Spanish


For more information regarding Early Start services and referrals,

please contact the Early Start Baby Line at 800 – 515 – BABY (800 – 515 – 2229) or earlystart@dds.ca.gov.

What is Early Start?

Resources for Families, Parents & Caregivers

Parents' Rights

Find Local Resources

Publications, Resources & Program Guidance

Interagency Coordinating Council

State Systemic Improvement Plan

Family Resource Center Network of California

Laws & Regulations

Early Start Performance Reports

"Take a Minute... Relationships Matter!"

Annual Family Program Fee

Family Cost Participation Program

Complaint Process

Early Childhood Mental Health Projects

Training & Technical Assistance

Employment & Training Opportunities

Annual Part C Grant Application

Contact

Physical Address

1215 O Street
Sacramento, CA 95814

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 944202
Sacramento, CA 94244-2020

Info: 833-421-0061
Email: info@dds.ca.gov
TTY: 711

Early Start BabyLine Services and Referrals

Info: 800-515-BABY (800-515-2229)
Email: earlystart@dds.ca.gov

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Gavin Newsom

California Governor

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Secretary Ghaly

Mark Ghaly MD, MPH

Secretary, California Health & Human Services Agency

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Nancy Bargmann

Nancy Bargmann

Director

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