The Almaty Regional Communications Service held a press conference titled "From Early Warning Signs to Results," dedicated to the Early Intervention Center's capabilities. Nurziya Alimbekova, Director of the Early Intervention Social Services Center, discussed the age at which children can receive support, who is eligible for support, and how the results are assessed.

As the speaker noted, you can contact the Center from the moment your child is born. The primary target group is children aged 0 to 3 years, but in some cases, support can continue until age 7, if this meets the needs of the family and child. Specialists emphasize that early contact allows for timely support of the child's development and reduces the risk of potential problems in the future.

"The earlier a family seeks help, the greater the opportunity to help their child. We work with children literally from the first days of life, and it is at this stage that many developmental and adaptation difficulties can be prevented," explained Nurziya Alimbekova.

An important feature of the center's work is that a medical diagnosis is not a prerequisite for seeking help. Parents can receive consultation and support if they are concerned about their child's behavior, communication, or development, even without an official specialist opinion.

"Sometimes parents simply sense that something is wrong, and that's enough to prompt them to contact us. Early intervention helps us understand the situation and support the family before difficulties escalate," noted the center's director.

According to the speaker, the care provided at an early intervention center differs from that provided at development centers or medical care. The work focuses not only on the child but also on the entire family. Specialists help parents understand their child's developmental characteristics and integrate recommendations into everyday life—at home, during walks, playtime, and social interactions. This is a systematic approach, not a one-time intervention.

"It's important to us that the support works in the family's real life. We evaluate effectiveness not by formal indicators, but by the changes parents themselves see: the child becomes more comfortable communicating, new skills are developed, and anxiety among adults decreases," emphasized Nurziya Alimbekova.

As noted at the press conference, the results of the center's work are regularly discussed with the family. If necessary, the format of assistance is adjusted to ensure that the support remains useful and meets the real needs of the child and their loved ones.