Which component is included in an IFSP but not in an IEP?

The inclusion of information about the family's resources in an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is crucial because the IFSP is centered around the needs of the entire family in addition to the child with disabilities. This component recognizes that early intervention services often extend beyond the child themselves and involve the family's capacity to support the child's development. Understanding the family's resources allows service providers to tailor interventions that are realistic and supportive, helping to strengthen the family unit and enabling them to effectively assist in their child's development.

In contrast, an Individualized Education Program (IEP) is primarily focused on the educational needs of the child as they enter the school system. It emphasizes the child’s present levels of performance, educational goals, and the specific services provided to meet those goals. While family involvement is important in the context of an IEP, it does not specifically focus on family resources. Instead, the IEP centers on the educational aspects and supports necessary for the child's academic growth.