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NYS Early Intervention Program | Chautauqua County Health Department

  • Updated 4 weeks ago
  • 7 N Erie St, Mayville, NY 14757
  • Assistive Technology
  • Early Intervention
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Parent Support

About NYS Early Intervention Program | Chautauqua County Health Department

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About NYS Early Intervention Program | Chautauqua County Health Department

The Chautauqua County Health Department proudly offers the New York State Early Intervention Program (EIP) as part of the National EIP for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families. Our team of certified professionals are dedicated to providing high quality, family-centered services that encourage development and improve the quality of life for children and families. Through our program, we offer a wide range of services and supports, including evaluations, assessments, and therapies. Our team is committed to making sure that each family receives the best care possible while helping their children reach their highest potential. We strive to create a positive and supportive environment that is truly empowering for the entire family.

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Aspect In-Person Therapy Online Therapy (often more flexible)
Convenience & Time ✖️ Requires travel, scheduling time off, and a fixed location. ✔️ No travel; join from home, office, or car when it suits you.
Scheduling Flexibility ✖️ Mostly office hours; fewer last-minute or out-of-hours options. ✔️ Early morning, evening, and lunchtime sessions are easier to find.
Comfort & Privacy ✖️ Waiting rooms, chance of meeting someone you know, commuting when feeling low. ✔️ Talk from your safest private space at home or elsewhere; no waiting room.
Therapist Availability ✖️ Limited to providers within driving distance and local specialties. ✔️ Access a much wider pool of therapists, including niche expertise.
Cost & Extra Time ✖️ Parking, travel expenses, and extra commuting time around each session. ✔️ No travel or parking costs; time is spent on the session, not the journey.
Accessibility ✖️ Harder for rural areas, busy parents, chronic illness or mobility issues. ✔️ Accessible from anywhere with internet; ideal for busy or remote lifestyles.
Consistency ✖️ Travel, moving, or bad weather can interrupt or cancel sessions. ✔️ Continue therapy even while travelling or during bad weather days.
Best For ✖️ Situations where physical presence or hands-on support is essential. ✔️ Most stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues and life transitions.
Limitations ✖️ Less flexible; easier to miss sessions due to travel or schedule conflicts. ✔️ Requires internet and a private space; not suitable for emergency situations.

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When is online therapy a better fit than in-person?
Online therapy is ideal if you:
  • have a busy or changing schedule,
  • live far from providers or have limited transport,
  • prefer the privacy and comfort of your own space,
  • travel frequently or split time between locations.
For many people, this flexibility is what makes it possible to actually stay in therapy.
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Online therapy can sometimes be more affordable overall: there are no travel costs, less time away from work or family, and many platforms offer predictable weekly pricing. The value often comes from being able to attend regularly without extra friction.
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Services

Working hours

Closed

9:00 am - 6:00 pm

  • Monday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday

    9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday

    9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday

    Closed all day
  • Sunday

    Closed all day
  • Local time

    02/24/2026 7:11 am

Languages

  • English

Have questions?

If you are unsure if your child needs speech therapy, the NYS Early Intervention Program and the Chautauqua County Health Department can provide guidance and answer questions. Our comprehensive guide to speech therapy can help you understand the importance of early intervention and the skills that speech therapy can help your child learn. Speech therapy is almost always recommended for children with autism as it can help them learn to communicate more effectively. To ensure your child has the best chance at success, it’s important to get started as soon as possible if there are any suspected delays in language development. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t hesitate to contact the NYS Early Intervention Program and the Chautauqua County Health Department for more information.
At the NYS Early Intervention Program and Chautauqua County Health Department, we understand the importance of effective communication for your child. Our experienced speech therapists are dedicated to helping your child develop a wide range of skills, including nonverbal skills, forming speech in a clearer way, communicating thoughts and feelings clearly, understanding and responding to questions, discerning facial expressions and their corresponding emotions, noticing and understanding body language, feeding and swallowing, and even stuttering. With our comprehensive speech therapy services, your child can learn to communicate effectively and confidently in any environment.
Contact Phone number is (716) 753-4788.
https://www.health.ny.gov

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