Birth to Age 3: Early Start

Age 3 and Older: SARC Intake

Families apply directly to SARC (online, email, or in person).
Eligibility covers:
Autism, intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, epilepsy
Other similar conditions starting before age 18 that cause substantial limitations
Children ages 3–4 may receive provisional eligibility while evaluations are completed.

Intake Process (All Ages)

Submit Intake Interest Form – starts the process; does not guarantee services.
Initial Interview – scheduled within ~15 working days; your information is documented.
Records Review – school, medical, psychological, and other reports are collected.
Assessment & Eligibility – SARC reviews all information; decision within 120 days.
Results
Eligible: assigned a service coordinator who makes a plan (IFSP for under 3, IPP for 3+).
Not eligible: referrals and appeal info provided.

Service Coordination

Self Determination Program (SDP)