A plug for these playgroups: my son attended one for 6-12 month olds a couple of times and he was the only kid there! He got a LOT of one-on-one help from the very nice therapists there. They had toys that he loved, too. It's definitely something worth checking out.

Try contacting Early Intervention for Montgomery County. Their contact info can be found here:

http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/hhstmpl.asp?url=/content/hhs/cyf/ECC/infants_toddler.asp

Is there anything like this for MoCo residence?

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STRONG START/DC EARLY INTERVENTION DEVELOPMENTAL PLAYGROUPS

Is your child between the ages of 6 months and 4 years of age? Would you like him or her to participate in a weekly developmental playgroup offering activities to promote social interactions as well as emphasize growth in all developmental domains?

Strong Start Developmental Playgroups meet on a weekly basis in three different locations throughout the city --- in NW at Mary’s Center; in NE at the Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute; in SE at the Hill Center. All playgroup sessions are facilitated by a Special Educator, Physical Therapist, and an Occupational Therapist, each of which has extensive experience and understanding of infants and toddlers. Playgroup sessions include songs, read alouds, free play and multisensory activities geared toward your child’s developmental level. Interactions between caregivers and children are an essential part of the program, and parents and caregivers will be asked to remain for the duration of each group.

Strong Start Playgroup Facts
• Playgroups are inclusive, welcoming children of all abilities!
• Playgroups are offered free to all District of Columbia residents!
• Playgroups are interactive & fun!
• Playgroups spaces are limited ---- register today!

For more information, or to register your child, please contact Jennifer Gee at jennifer.gee@dc.gov or by calling 202.538.2153