A Step Ahead in Pierce County

Supporting families of infants and toddlers with special needs by enhancing their development and relationships both at home and in their community. Just as no two children are the same, developmental delays often manifest in various ways: a delay may be identified at birth by a genetic or chromosomal disability (such as Down Syndrome); an unexpected delay may appear as the child grows and milestones fall short; or an unfortunate traumatic event, such as an accident or prenatal drug exposure, may result in a temporary or permanent delay. These delays may encompass one or more developmental areas such as physical, communication, social/emotional, and sometimes feeding. We have been operating in Puyallup as a nonprofit for 22 years and serve children from birth to three with developmental delays or disabilities. Just as no two children are the same, developmental delays often manifest in various ways; a delay may be identified at birth by a genetic or chromosomal disability (such as Down Syndrome); an unexpected delay may appear as the child grows and milestones fall short; or an unfortunate traumatic event, such as an accident or prenatal drug exposure, may result in a temporary or permanent delay. More often than ever, with the opioid crisis, we are serving babies that have been in utero drug exposure at birth and children who have been subjected to horrible traumatic abuse and removed from their homes. Our team of specialists customizes a plan, as each child is unique and faces their own set of challenges.

Early Support for Infants and Toddlers