Who We Are & What We Can Do To Help

MECA Therapies provides early intervention services for infants and young children up to 3 years of age who have developmental delays or who are at risk for developing delays. Our program is family-centered, meaning we work with parents and caregivers to help your child do everything he or she should be doing at his or her age.

Our professionals in or at MECA Therapies' Early Childhood Program offer knowledge and support to families who have children with or at risk for developmental delays. Eligible children under the age of three may have:

	An established condition, such as Down syndrome or cerebral palsy
	A biological/medical risk, such as prematurity, seizures, or chronic ear infection
	An environmental risk, including factors such as abuse or domestic violence
	A developmental delay, which is a delay of at least 25% in any one of the developmental areas

Where Do Services Take Place?
We go wherever you and your child are. The majority of Early Childhood services are provided in the comfort of your home or community settings. We will make our visits at grandma’s house, daycare, and even at the park. Supplemental group services are provided within the early childhood classrooms at MECA's Outpatient Clinic.

When Should I Seek Out Services?
Don't wait! If you suspect your child is not doing everything he or she should be doing for his or her age, act immediately. Early intervention is simply providing your child with the specialized help he or she needs at the earliest possible time. Studies show that the younger your child is when they receive help, the more effective intervention will be. All you have to do is call 575-522-9500 to get things started.

How Can Services Help My Child?
We can help by evaluating your child’s development and let you know what he/she is doing. When a young child experiences challenges in meeting developmental milestones, it is important that families have the knowledge and support to encourage his or her development, assist with problem-solving issues around everyday routines and activities, and recognize and use their own strengths to reach their goals for their child and family.

Why Choose MECA Therapies?
We love helping children. Seeing them reach their potential is our main objective. The goal of our program is to help families and caregivers receive the guidance and support they need to help enhance their child's development.

Resources/Links
http://www.health.state.nm.us/ddsd/fit/ - FIT website
http://www.newmexicokids.org
http://www.zerotothree.org
http://www.parentsreachingout.org
http://www.parentsoup.com
http://cdd.unm.edu - CDD website

General Links:
http://www.zacbrowser.com - Autism browser
http://www.health.state.nm.us/ddsd - DDSD website for NM
http://www.ndss.org - Down Syndrome website
http://www.autism-society.org - Autism website