Referral Services
Below are commonly used community-based and statewide resources available to families in Nevada. These examples are not exhaustive; healthcare providers and case managers are encouraged to stay familiar with local programs and update their knowledge regularly to best meet the needs of the families they serve.
Nevada Early Intervention Services (NEIS) for children up to the age of 3
NEIS provides services for children under age 3 who may have developmental delays or conditions that could affect their development, including a BLL above the BLRV. In Nevada, children with a BLL above the BLRV are eligible for referral to early intervention services. These services may include evaluations, family meetings, and early intervention planning.
Statewide Referrals
- Phone: (800) 522-0066
- Email: ProjectAssist@dhhs.nv.gov
- Website: Nevada DHHS Early Intervention Programs
Regional Offices
- Carson City: (775) 687-0101
- Elko: (775) 753-1214
- Ely: (775) 289-1622
- Las Vegas: (702) 486-9200
- Reno: (775) 688-1341
- Winnemucca: (775) 623-6593 ext. 7
Child Find Department for children aged 3 and older
Child Find is a program within each Nevada school district that identifies and evaluates children age 3 and older who are not yet enrolled in school and may have developmental delays or disabilities. These evaluations determine whether a child qualifies for inclusive education services.
Children with a BLL above the BLRV may be referred to Child Find for an assessment of possible developmental impacts from lead exposure. Each school district manages its own Child Find program, thus referral procedures may vary. Case managers should contact the school district directly or visit its website to confirm the appropriate steps for submitting a referral. For the most current contact information, refer to the Local School and District Information page.
| County | Contact Information |
| Carson City | (775) 283-2350 | Carson City School District |
| Churchill | (775) 423-5187 | Churchill County School District |
| Clark | (702) 799-7463 | Clark County School District |
| Douglas | (775) 392-2121 | Douglas County School District |
| Elko | (775) 753-8646 | Elko County School District |
| Esmeralda | (775) 485-3215 [M,W 7:30AM to 4PM] or (775) 572-3250 [T, Th 7:30AM to 4PM] | Esmeralda County School District |
| Eureka | (775) 237-5700 | Eureka County School District |
| Humboldt | (775) 623-8128 | Humboldt County School District |
| Lander | (775) 635-2886 | Lander County School District |
| Lincoln | (775) 728-8000 | Lincoln County School District |
| Lyon | (775) 463-6800 | Lyon County School District |
| Mineral | (775) 945-2403 | Mineral County School District |
| Nye | (775) 751-4015 | Nye County School District |
| Pershing | (775) 273-5099 | Pershing County School District |
| Storey | (775) 847-0983 | Storey County School District |
| Washoe | (775) 327-0685 | Washoe County School District |
| White Pine | (775) 289-4851 | White Pine County School District |
Nevada Medicaid & Managed Care Organization (MCO) Services
Families enrolled in Nevada Medicaid may be eligible for additional support services through their MCO. These services may help address medical, housing, nutritional, or other social needs that affect the child’s health.
Case managers should ask which MCO the family uses and encourage them to contact the MCO’s member services line for help accessing available programs. Referrals to services like care coordination, community health workers (CHWs), rental or utility assistance, and nutrition support may be available.
MCO Member Services
- Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield: (844) 396-2329
- Molina Healthcare: (833) 685-2102
- SilverSummit Healthplan: (844) 366-2880
- UnitedHealthcare Health Plan of Nevada: (800) 962-8074
Nevada Health Link
Nevada Health Link is the state’s official health insurance marketplace. It helps individuals and families shop for and enroll in affordable health coverage if they are not eligible for Medicaid or other programs. Case managers can share this resource with families who may need help accessing health insurance for their child’s ongoing medical care and follow-up testing.
Contact Information
- Phone: (800)547-2927
- Website: Nevada Health Link
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
WIC is a federally funded nutrition program that provides nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health and social services for eligible families. In Nevada, WIC services are available to pregnant and postpartum persons as well as children under age 5 who meet income guidelines.
WIC staff can help families understand the role of nutrition in reducing lead absorption; create meal plans rich in iron, calcium, and vitamin C (which are protective against lead); and connect to other resources.
Statewide WIC Contact
- Phone: (800) 863-8942
- Website: Nevada WIC
Las Vegas Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Program
This City of Las Vegas program helps make homes lead-safe by providing free lead hazard assessments and remediation services for eligible households. Families may qualify if their home was built before 1978, is located within Las Vegas city limits, and includes a child under the age of six who lives in or regularly visits. Services may include paint stabilization, window and door replacement, soil remediation, and general healthy homes repairs.
Case managers and families are encouraged to visit the program’s website for current eligibility criteria, application details, and contact information.
- Phone: (702) 229-7444
- Email: shift@lasvegasnevada.gov
- Flyer: Las Vegas Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program
The Nevada Poison Control Center provides expert medical advice to those who need help in a poisoning emergency. Free help is available 24/7 by phone and online. Call 1-800-222-1222 or visit www.nvpoisoncenter.org