In Loving Memory of Talina Jones

June 30,1980 - December 27, 2022

Among the many inspiring things Talina accomplished and passionately advocated for in her short life, she was a lead trainer for the NYS Early Intervention Partners Training Program for over 12 years.  Talina’s presence lit up a room and her brilliant mind grabbed everyone's attention. She was dedicated to helping others, sharing her knowledge and expertise, and empowering families through their journey in the world of special education  and advocacy. Her inspiration and drive for serving families came from the abundance of love and dedication she had for her son, Tajee. Talina will always be remembered as an empowering, loving, and fierce advocate who helped countless families in the NYS Early Intervention Partners Training Program. She will be deeply missed and always admired.  

 

About Us

The eiFamilies website is part of the Family Initiative Coordination Services Project at Just Kids Early Childhood Learning Center. The project is sponsored by the New York State Department of Health Bureau of Early Intervention.

The Family Initiative Coordination Services Project

The Family Initiative Coordination Services Project works to facilitate, support, and develop family involvement at all levels of the New York State Early Intervention Program. Our goal is to help families access information, resources, training, and opportunities to become involved and have their voices heard.

For more information about the Family Initiative Coordination Services Project, please call (631) 205-0502.

Just Kids Early Childhood Learning Center

Just Kids Early Childhood Learning Center is a private preschool program serving young children with and without disabilities from birth through five years of age.

Just Kids is approved to provide preschool special education programs and services under Section 4410 of New York State Education Law. The Just Kids Diagnostic and Treatment Center, a licensed Article 28 facility, is approved by the New York State Department of Health Early Intervention Program to provide ongoing service coordination, evaluations, and early intervention services.

Visit Just Kids Early Childhood Learning Center at www.justkidsschool.com.

Meet Our Team

Angela Furci

Coordinator, Family Initiative Coordination Services Project

Angela Furci is the Coordinator of the Family Initiative Coordination Services Project. As the mother of six boys, including two who participated in the Early Intervention Program, Angela brings both personal and professional experience to her work with families. She is dedicated to supporting families, helping them navigate Early Intervention and special education, and making sure families have access to the information and resources they need.

Angela can be reached at [email protected].

Liz Muller

Project Assistant, Family Initiative Coordination Services Project

Liz Muller is the Project Assistant for the Family Initiative Coordination Services Project and has been part of Just Kids since 2000. She is committed to supporting families and helping connect them with information and resources throughout their Early Intervention journey.

Liz can be reached at [email protected].

 

 

Margaret Sampson was the Coordinator of the Family Initiative Coordination Services Project from 1999 until she became ill in 2016.  After courageously battling her illness with all her strength and heart, Margaret passed away in November 2016. She had dedicated 30+ years to supporting families through the Early Intervention program.  Margaret was passionate about supporting families of very young children with disabilities, and has been instrumental in developing State and Federal regulations that support families in their quest to support their children.  Her life's work and legacy will be felt by families of children with disabilities for generations to come.  She will certainly be remembered for her advocacy for all families, and by those that she 'touched'.