An Essential New Resource for Families and Caregivers of Children Five and Under

Connect the Dots New York is a unique and much needed resource for families and caregivers with children five years of age and under. CTDNY provides guidance in all areas of your young child’s development by coming to your home, school or daycare.  

CTDNY can be a valuable resource for your family in a number of ways. CTDNY provides guidance through the educational system, helps families navigate the special education evaluation process, assists families with any developmental or behavioral concerns in the home and educates families on all topics surrounding the development of their young child.

CTDNY is also an excellent resource for professionals. CTDNY provides workshops on any developmental or educational topics related to children five and under. Preschools and daycare centers can also arrange consultations with Caroline Doty, the owner of Connect the Dots New York, to assist with any issues related to early childhood education or child development.

Caroline Doty is a New York State Certified School Psychologist, Special Education Teacher and Elementary Education Teacher. Doty has over 25 years of experience working with children ages five and under and their families. Using her broad range of knowledge in this field, Doty has successfully assisted families with finding the best solutions for addressing their child’s needs.

Connect the Dots New York is devoted to educating and guiding families and professionals to lead children toward success. These services are available seven days a week to anybody in Westchester, Putnam and Dutchess counties. Please visit the CTDNY website for further information http://connectthedotsny.com or call directly at (845) 582-0585.

Here is a bullet list of what Connect the Dots New York can provide you and your family in relation to CPSE and EI:

• Assistance with referring your child for an evaluation

• Selecting an appropriate evaluation site

• Navigating through the evaluation process

• Interpreting and clarifying reports and evaluations

• Educating families on understanding qualifications for services

• Preparation for attending Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP)

• Preparation for attending Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings

• Attending IFSP and IEP meetings

• Help with obtaining needed services for your child

• Constructing and managing ongoing therapy schedules

• Choosing an appropriate school placement for your child

• Accompanying families on tours of prospective schools and programs

• Guiding families through entering the CPSE system from the EI system

• Guiding families through entering the CSE system from the CPSE system