Alameda Kids Resource Directory
Agency name:
A Better Way Inc.
Program name:
Early Intervention
Program Last Updated: 08/03/2026
Program AKA (also known as): EI
Program Description: EARLY INTERVENTION PARTNERSHIP Early Intervention services for young children and families Guided by our mission, A Better Way's Early Intervention work supports children ages 0 to 8 and their caregivers through early screening, triage, linkage, and treatment when medically necessary. ABW offers screening and triage offers initial review of concerns, urgency, and fit for Early Intervention or specialty mental health care. Linkage with Care: Warm handoffs and coordination with partners, so families do not have to navigate alone.Treat When Needed Caregiver-inclusive services when symptoms and medical necessity indicate a need for treatment. Who to refer: Individuals with early signs of serious or emerging mental health concerns, caregivers experiencing a stress, crisis, or family system disruption and/or families eligible for or enrolled in Medi-Cal.
Service Address: 426 17th St, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612
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Program Website: https://www.abetterwayinc.net/behavioral-health
Program Contact(s):
- Name: Amadee Fuentes
Title: Clinical Supervisor
Phone: (707) 530-1193
Address: 426 17th Street, 2nd Floor Oakland, CA 94601 - Name: PEI Intake
Phone: (510) 433-8600
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: 30
Number of openings remaining: 10
Openings by language: 5 English 5 Spanish
Comment about wait list: Please call our intake line to find out about the length of waitlist
Requirements:
- Age
- Live in certain residence: Alameda County
- Medi-Cal
Services:
- Referrals to community resources
- Parenting education
- Parent support
- Help finding child care
- Family Counseling services
- 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
