Alameda Kids Resource Directory

Program Last Updated: 10/25/2024

Program AKA (also known as): PEI

Program Description: A Better Way’s PEI program is designed to provide early intervention support services to children and families in Alameda County through brief assessment and referral services, connection to local resources, mental health consultation, education, and training for families and community partners that interact with the early childhood system. Families in our program will work with a Mental Health Specialist and Family Partner who will assess for family-centered goals, screen children for developmental and mental health challenges, and refer and connect families to needed resources. Additionally, families will be offered parenting support and education through group classes (e.g., Circle of Security Parenting program), through topic-specific trainings (e.g., ADHD, trauma, co-parenting), and through peer-led support groups. The PEI program also works to strengthen the network of community partners providing early intervention and prevention services in Alameda County by developing a more robust referral network between programs and specialties in the early childhood field, and by offering training and consultation to programs interacting with young children and their families. 

Service Address: 3001 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94601
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Program Website: https://www.abetterwayinc.net/behavioral-health

Ages Served:

• 0 months - 12 months
• 12 months - 18 months
• 18 months - 24 months
• 2 years - 3 years
• 3 years - 4 years
• 4 years - 5 years
• 5 years & up
• 5 years - 8 years

Total possible number of openings: 50

Number of openings remaining: 50

Openings by language: 25 English, 25 Spanish

Requirements:

• Age
• Live in certain residence: Alameda County

Services:

• Referrals to community resources
• Parenting education
• Parent support
• Mental Health Services for parents
• Early childhood mental health
• Developmental evaluations

Location Type:

• Home-based
• Center-based
• Agency-based
• Office-based

Participants:

• Both children and parents/caregivers
• Families

Languages:

• English
• Spanish

Genders served:

• Female
• Male
• Trans

Type of cost:

• No Fee

Cost payment:

• No fees

Disabilities Served:

• Developmental
• Mental/Emotional
• Physical

Target Group: Families with children 0-8 years old living in Alameda County

Required documentation:

• None

Preferred documentation:

• None

Intake Procedure:

• Appointment Required (no walk-ins.)
• Telephone registration