Early Screening for Lifelong Growth
Empowering Families and Physicians with Essential Early Screenings
Thanks to a generous 3-year, $500,000 grant from the Early Years Initiative, Jacob’s Ladder is proud to launch the Strong Beginnings Program in 2025. This new program, in partnership with HealthLinc pediatrician offices across East Chicago to Mishawaka, brings essential developmental screenings right to your child’s regular health check-ups, helping ensure a brighter future from the very beginning.
Benefits of the Strong Beginnings Program
The Strong Beginnings Program is designed to give families and physicians the tools to track and support their child’s developmental milestones through consistent, accessible screenings. Unlike programs based in daycares, Strong Beginnings places screenings directly in pediatrician offices, making them an easy and natural part of a child’s wellness check-ups. This helps parents, doctors, and specialists work together to monitor growth and provide early support where needed.
Building Milestone Histories
Each screening builds a comprehensive milestone history, providing valuable insight for both parents and healthcare providers. Early detection and tracking of developmental milestones allow for timely support that can make a world of difference in a child’s growth journey.
Ready to Begin?
Talk to Your Pediatrician
If you’re interested in learning more about the Strong Beginnings Program or want to participate, ask your HealthLinc pediatrician during your child’s next well-check visit. Our team at Jacob’s Ladder and HealthLinc is here to support your child’s growth from the very beginning.
This program is sponsored by the Early Learning Initiative through a generous Eli Lilly grant.