TERMS TO KNOW

Get a clear explanation for key terms across our wide range of services

Assessments

Evaluation

A specific type of test that is conducted to help determine a child’s eligibility for a program at Rainbows.

Screening

A quick look at how a child is doing developmentally.

Assessment

A closer look at how a child is doing in a specific area.

Autism Services

PECS

Picture Exchange Communication System

Child Care and Preschool

NAEYC

National Association for Education of Young Children

Community-based Education Training Services (CBETS)

CBETS

Community Based Education/Training Services

Connecting Point

Early Intervention

Primary Coach

Primary service provider who will make regular home visits.

Joint Visit

Home visit with the primary coach and another therapist.

IFSP

An Individualized Family Service Plan

Family Support Services

TCM

Targeted Case Management

SHC

Supportive Home Care

I/DD

Intellectual/ Developmental Disability

HCBS

Home and Community Based Services Waiver

Mental Health Services

Specialized Foster Care

Targeted Case Management

CDDO

Community Developmental Disability Organization