Empowering children, families and caregivers in the Philadelphia area.
Your child deserves every chance to thrive. We're here to make that happen.
Free, in-home early intervention services for children birth to age 3 in Philadelphia County. Personalized care. Family coaching. Real results.
We don't just work with your child. We work with your whole family.
At Brighter Days, every session is built around you — your routines, your home, and your priorities. Our therapists and specialists don’t show up, do their session, and leave. They coach you on strategies you can use during bath time, meals, play, and every ordinary moment in between — because that’s where children do their best learning. The more confident you feel, the faster your child grows.
We’re a culturally sensitive agency and we take that seriously. Philadelphia is one of the most diverse cities in the country. Our families speak many languages, come from every background, and hold a wide range of traditions and values. We honor that. We adapt to it. We see it as a strength — because care that respects who you are is simply more effective care.
We offer in-person, virtual, and phone interpretation services so that language is never a barrier to getting your child the support they need.
Why Early Intervention Matters:
The first three years are everything.
Research shows that the brain develops faster in the first three years of life than at any other time. It’s during this window that children build neural connections that shape how they learn, communicate, move, and relate to the world around them.
When your child shows signs of a developmental delay, acting early — rather than waiting to see how things go — makes a real difference. Early intervention doesn’t just help children catch up. It gives them the tools to thrive.
At Brighter Days, we’ve seen it happen for over 5,000 Philadelphia families. And we’re here to help yours.
Why Choose Us
We come to you.
Services are delivered in your home, at your child's daycare, or in your community — where children feel comfortable and learning happens naturally.
You are part of the team.
We don't just treat your child while you watch. We coach you — giving you the skills to support development every single day.
We speak your language.
In-person, virtual, and phone interpretation services. Every family deserves care in the language they're most comfortable with.
We show up.
When we schedule a session, we keep it. Our providers are accountable, communicative, and committed to your family for the long term.
We see the whole family.
Social workers, ITSE specialists, and therapists work as a team — because a child's development doesn't happen in isolation from family life.
We're certified where it counts.
Project ImPACT certified ASD providers. All therapists licensed and certified per Pennsylvania state regulations.
Commitment To All Families
Brighter Days is for every family.
All eligible children and families in Philadelphia County are welcome here — regardless of income, language, religion, or background. Early intervention is a free program in Pennsylvania.
We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space for every family we serve. If you have questions or concerns about getting started, please call us. We will help you navigate the process, answer your questions honestly, and connect you with support.
— We’re here for you.
Our Services
Download a Brighter Days Quick Services Guide
Everything your child needs. All in one place.
Brighter Days provides a full range of early intervention services for children birth to age 3 in Philadelphia County. All services are provided at no cost to eligible families.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
If you’ve started noticing things — your child isn’t making eye contact the way you’d expect, or they’re not responding to their name, or something just feels different — we want you to know: reaching out early is the most powerful thing you can do.
Infant-Toddler Social Emotional Coordination (ITSE)
Only offered by a small number of agencies in Philadelphia. Specialized support for children who have experienced trauma or are showing signs of social-emotional difficulty. Our ITSE specialists teach families strategies to promote emotional wellness, healthy attachment, and resilience from the ground up.
Social Work (SW)
When your child is going through early intervention, it’s easy to focus entirely on their development — the milestones, the therapies, the goals. But the truth is, children don’t grow in isolation. They grow in families. And families face real challenges every day.
Special Instruction (SI)
From the moment a baby is born, their brain is making connections at a remarkable pace. Those first three years are a window of incredible opportunity — and Special Instruction is designed to make the most of every single day within it.
Speech Therapy (SLP)
Your child’s first words are magic. But when communication feels like a struggle — for them or for you — it can be stressful and isolating. You’re not alone, and early support makes a real difference.
Physical Therapy (PT)
Watching your baby reach their first physical milestones — lifting their head, rolling over, sitting up, taking those first wobbly steps — is one of the greatest joys of parenthood. When those milestones are delayed or seem difficult, it’s natural to worry. Physical Therapy is here to help.
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Every child learns to navigate the world in their own way — through touch, movement, play, and daily routines. When those everyday activities feel overwhelming or out of reach, Occupational Therapy can help.
Why Choose Us
We come to you. Services are delivered in your home, at your child’s daycare, or in your community — where children feel comfortable and learning happens naturally.
You are part of the team. We don’t just treat your child while you watch. We coach you — giving you the skills to support development every single day.
We speak your language. In-person, virtual, and phone interpretation services. Every family deserves care in the language they’re most comfortable with.
We show up. When we schedule a session, we keep it. Our providers are accountable, communicative, and committed to your family for the long term.
We see the whole family. Special Instructors, Social workers, ITSE specialists, and therapists work as a team — because a child’s development doesn’t happen in isolation from family life.
We’re certified where it counts. Project ImPACT certified ASD providers. All therapists licensed and certified per Pennsylvania state regulations.
Brighter Days is for every family. All eligible children and families in Philadelphia County are welcome — regardless of income, language, religion, or background. Early intervention is a free program in Pennsylvania.
We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space for every family we serve. If you have questions or concerns about getting started, please call us. We will help you navigate the process, answer your questions honestly, and connect you with support.
We’re here for you.
Join a team that changes lives — including yours.
We’re growing, and we’re looking for passionate providers who want to do meaningful work in Philadelphia’s communities. We offer competitive pay, bilingual rate increases, flexible scheduling, and an agency that genuinely has your back in the field.
Seeking Project ImPACT Certified Providers
Project ImPACT is recognized as one of the most effective coaching programs for parents of young children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related social communication delays.
Social Workers
Brighter Days Early Intervention Agency is currently hiring social workers to provide services through the Philadelphia Early Intervention Program (ages 0-3).
Special Instructors
Brighter Days Early Intervention Agency is currently hiring Special Instructors to provide services through the Philadelphia Early Intervention Program (ages 0-3).
Physical Therapists
Brighter Days Early Intervention Agency is currently hiring Physical Therapists to provide services through the Philadelphia Early Intervention Program (birth to 3). We offer highly competitive rates. If a provider is bilingual, we will increase the rate for the bilingual case. Services take place in families’ homes, daycare and community settings. Some families opt for telehealth or a hybrid of in-person and virtual services.
Occupational Therapists
Brighter Days Early Intervention Agency is currently hiring Occupational Therapists to provide services through the Philadelphia Early Intervention Program (birth to 3). We offer highly competitive rates. If a provider is bilingual, we will increase the rate for the bilingual case. Services take place in families’ homes, daycare and community settings. Some families opt for telehealth or a hybrid of in-person and virtual services.
Speech Language Pathologists
Brighter Days Early Intervention Agency is currently hiring Speech Language Pathologists to provide services through the Philadelphia Early Intervention Program (birth to 3). We offer highly competitive rates. If a provider is bilingual, we will increase the rate for the bilingual case. Services take place in families’ homes, daycare and community settings. Some families opt for telehealth or a hybrid of in-person and virtual services.
We proudly serve Philadelphia's Spanish-speaking families.
Servimos con orgullo a las familias hispanohablantes de Filadelfia.
Brighter Days offers interpretation services in Spanish and other languages — in person, by phone, or virtually — so every family can fully participate in their child’s care.
Los servicios de Brighter Days incluyen interpretación en español y otros idiomas — en persona, por teléfono o de forma virtual — para que cada familia pueda participar plenamente en el cuidado de su hijo.