Purpose of Task Force

To study the feasibility of expanding eligibility, pursuant to Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, for services from the Department of Health’s Early Intervention Section to children between 3 and 5 years old who have developmental disabilities.

Tasks

• Identify the potential number of children annually who may benefit from a longer transition period
• Identify the number who were served by Part C, but not eligible to be served under Part B
• Identify the number with delays, ages 3-5, who were not served by Part C
• Research evidence-based practices for service models
• Define the array of services required
• Based on projected numbers, derive resources and cost projections
• Conduct a needs assessment of families, focusing on their transition experiences
• Project the timeline to develop resources
• Develop indicators for evaluation to assess outcomes
• Submit a report to the Legislature 20 days prior to the convening of the 2008 Session (report due December 27, 2007)

Downloads

• Invitation Letters (PDF Format)
• Letter from Governor Linda Lingle [Doc Format | PDF Format]
• Act 289: A Bill for an Act (PDF Format)
• Act 289: Report to the Twenty-Fourth Legislature State of Hawaii (PDF Format)