SPEVC Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When should one approach for early intervention?

Early Intervention is for children from birth to five-years of age. To be eligible, the child must have either:

  • A developmental delay in motor and mental milestones (head control, social smile, rolling, sitting, standing, walking, talking etc.)

    •  or

  • A specific health condition that will probably lead to a delay. This includes certain genetic disorders, birth defects and hearing loss.

    • When and whom to approach for early intervention?

    If the parent suspects mental and motor developmental delays in the child, they can approach SPEVC directly and consult the therapists (Psychologist, Audiologist and Physiotherapist) for the Early Intervention Programme.

    What is counselling?

  • Counselling of parents focuses on bridging the gap between their acceptance of the child’s condition and their expectations.
  • Nature of the Disability is explained and adequate guidance is given for the welfare of the child.
  • Parents are empowered with information about various schemes and benefits provided by the Government, such as, Unique ID for Persons with Disabilities (UDID) Card, Disability Certificate, Sanjay Gandhi Niradhar Yojana, Vasai – Virar Nagarpalika Scheme, Aadhaar Card, NIOS Education, Legal Guardianship, Scholarship, Niramaya Mediclaim Policy etc.
  • We also aim at providing mental and emotional support to the parents by motivating and guiding them to adopt a healthy lifestyle through walking, yoga, meditation and right nutrition etc. to help them cope with their stress.

    • What are the documents needed to obtain a Disablility Certificate?

    To get the Disability Certificate, we need the Aadhaar Card (mandatory) and Ration Card of the child as the Residence Proof.

    Who issues Disability Certificates?

    Every District Civil Hospital is authorised to issue Disability Certificates.