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ADA Center
Southeast ADA Center
1419 Mayson Street NE
Atlanta, GA, 30324
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)
http://www.adasoutheast.org
Assistive Technology
STAR (Statewide Technology Access and Response for Alabamians with Disabilities)
602 S. Lawrence St.
Montgomery, AL, 36104
(800) 782-7656 (In AL)
(334) 613-3480
(334) 613-3519 (TTY)
http://www.rehab.alabama.gov/star
Autism
Autism Society of Alabama
4217 Dolly Ridge Road
Birmingham, AL, 35243
(877) 4-AUTISM
(205) 951-1364
http://www.autism-alabama.org
Career & Technical Education
Alabama State Department of Education
P.O. Box 302101
Montgomery, AL, 36130-2101
(334) 242-9111
https://www.alsde.edu/sec/cte/Pages/home.aspx
CHIP Program(health care for low-income uninsured children)
ALL Kids Children’s Health Insurance Program
Alabama Department of Public Health
201 Monroe Street, Suite 250
Montgomery, AL, 36104
(877) 774-9521
(334) 206-5568
http://www.adph.org/allkids/
D D Council
Alabama Council for Developmental Disabilities
RSA Union Building
100 N. Union Street, Suite 498
P.O. Box 301410
Montgomery, AL, 36130-1410
(800) 232-2158
(334) 242-3973
http://acdd.org
Developmental Disabilities
Alabama Department of Mental Health
100 Union St.
Montgomery, AL, 36130-1410
(334) 242-3107 or (334) 242-3701
(800) 367-0955
contact form on web site
http://www.mh.alabama.gov/
Early Intervention
Alabama’s Early Intervention System
Department of Rehabilitation Services
Division of Early Intervention
602 S. Lawrence St.
Montgomery, AL, 36104
(800) 543-3098
(334) 293-7500
(800) 499-1816 (TTY)
contact form on web site
http://www.rehab.alabama.gov/ei
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Alabama
3100 Lorna Rd., Suite 300
Vestavia Hills, AL, 35216-5452
(800) 626-1582 (In AL)
(251) 341-0170
mgarrett@efala.org
http://www.epilepsy.com/alabama
Independent Living
To find contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Shepherd, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V/TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Alabama, Inc.
557 S Lawrence St.
Montgomery, AL, 36104
http://www.thearcofal.org/
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Alabama
P.O. Box 244023
Montgomery, AL, 36124
tamara@ldaa.org
https://ldaamerica.org/lda-chapters/alabama/
Mediation
Alabama State Department of Education
50 North Ripley Street
PO Box 302101
Montgomery, AL, 36104
(334) 242-9700
http://www.alsde.edu
Mental Health
NAMI Alabama
4122 Wall Street
Montgomery, AL, 36106
(800) 626-4199 (In AL)
(334) 396-4797
terri@namialabama.org
http://www.namialabama.org
Mental Health – Youth
Office of Children’s Services
Alabama Department of Mental Health
P.O. Box 301410
Montgomery, AL, 36130-1410
(334) 353-7110
contact form on web site
http://www.mh.alabama.gov
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Alabama PTA
470 S. Union Street
Montgomery, AL, 36104-4330
(800) 328-1897
(334) 834-2501
al_office@pta.org
http://www.alabamapta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Alabama Parent Education Center (APEC)
10520 US Highway 231
Wetumpka, AL, 36092
(866) 532-7660
(334) 567-2252
apec@alabamaparentcenter.com
http://www.alabamaparentcenter.com
Protection & Advocacy
Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP)
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL, 35487
(205) 348-4928
http://adap.ua.edu/
Relay Services
(800) 548-2547 (V)
(800) 548-2546 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(888) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech-English)
(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech-Spanish)
Special Education
Special Education Services
Alabama Department of Education
P.O. Box 302101
Montgomery, AL, 36130-2101
(800) 392-8020 (in AL)
(334) 242-8114
http://www.alsde.edu/
Special Format Library
Alabama Regional Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
6030 Monticello Drive
Montgomery, AL, 36130-6000
(800) 392-5671
(334) 213-3906, ext. 921
fara.zaleski@apls.alabama.gov
http://statelibrary.alabama.gov/
Special Health Care Needs
Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services
Children’s Rehabilitation Service
2129 East South Boulevard
P.O. Box 11586
Montgomery, AL, 36111-0586
(800) 441-7607
(334) 281-8780
(800) 846-3697 (in AL)
melinda.davis@rehab.alabama.gov
http://www.rehab.alabama.gov/crs
Family Voices
1050 Government Street
Mobile, AL 36604-2402
877-771-FVOA
http://familyvoicesal.org/
Speech and Hearing
Speech and Hearing Association of Alabama
3416 Primm Lane
Birmingham, AL, 35216
(256) 823-6106
Info@AlabamaSHAA.org
https://www.alabamashaa.com/
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.alabama.gov/
Transition Services
Special Education Services
Alabama State Department of Education
P.O. Box 302101
Montgomery, AL, 36130
(334) 242-8114
droth@alsde.edu
http://www.alsde.edu
UCEDD
Civitan International Research Center
University of Alabama at Birmingham
933 19th Street South, CH19 Room 307(Location)
1720 2nd Avenue South, CH19 Room 307 (Mailing)
Birmingham, AL, 35294-0021
(800) 822-2472
(205) 934-0021
fbiasini@uab.edu
http://www.circ.uab.edu
Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Rehabilitation Services
2129 East South Boulevard
Montgomery, AL, 36116
(334) 281-8780
steve.shivers@rehab.alabama.gov
http://www.rehab.alabama.gov/vrs
Other Organizations
Alabama Lifespan Respite Resource Network
1521 E. 9th Street
Anniston, AL, 36207
(866) 737-8252
(256) 237-3683
alabamarespite@aol.com
http://alabamarespite.org
Alabama APSE, The Network on Employment
P.O. Box 11586
Montgomery, AL, 36116
(334) 613-3527
byron.white@rehab.alabama.gov
http://www.al-apse.org
Easter Seals Alabama
5960 E. Shirley Lane
Montgomery, AL, 36117-1935
(800) 388-7325
(334) 395-4489
info@al.easterseals.com
http://www.alabama.easterseals.com
Governor’s Office on Disabilities
560 South Lawrence Street
Montgomery, AL, 36104
(334) 293-7189
(888) 879-3582
graham.sisson@good.alabama.gov
http://www.good.alabama.gov
Lakeshore Foundation
4000 Ridgeway Drive
Birmingham, AL, 35209
(888) 868-2303 (In AL)
(205) 313-7400
http://www.lakeshore.org
ADA Center
Northwest ADA Center
Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation
University of Washington
6912 220th St SW, #105
Mountlake Terrace, WA, 98043
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(425) 248-2480 (V/TTY)
dbtacnw@u.washington.edu
http://www.nwadacenter.org
Autism
Golden Heart (AK) Autism Society
607 Old Steese Hwy, Suite B #285
Fairbanks, AK, 99701
(907) 374-4421
(877) 374-4421
info@asagoldenheart.org
http://www.asagoldenheart.org
Career & Technical Education
Office of Career and Technical Education
801 West 10th Street, Suite 200
P.O. Box 110500
Juneau, AK, 99811-0500
(907) 465-2800
http://www.education.alaska.gov
CHIP Program
Denali KidCare
P.O. Box 110601
Juneau, AK, 99811-0801
(907) 465-1696
http://dhss.alaska.gov/dhcs/Pages/denalikidcare/default.aspx
D D Council
Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education
3601 C Street, Suite 740
Anchorage, AK, 99503
(888) 269-8990
(907) 269-8990
GCDSE@alaska.gov
http://dhss.alaska.gov/
Developmental Disabilities
Developmental Disabilities & Children with Complex Medical Conditions
Senior and Disabilities Services
3601 C Street, Suite 310
Anchorage, AK, 99503
(800) 478-9996
(907) 269-3666
http://dhss.alaska.gov/dsds/Pages/default.aspx
Early Intervention
Early Intervention/Infant Learning Program
ILP Main Office
550 West 8th Avenue
Anchorage, AK, 99501
(877) 477-3659
http://dhss.alaska.gov/
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
1333 Moursand Street
Houston, TX, 77030
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
2013 H. Street NW, 6th floor
Washington, DC, 20006
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Anchorage
2211 Arca Drive
Anchorage, AK, 99508
(907) 277-6677
info@thearcofanchorage.org
http://thearcofanchorage.org
Mental Health
Division of Behavioral Health
Department of Health and Social Services
P.O. Box 110620
Juneau, AK, 99811-0620
(907) 465-3370
(907) 465-2225 (TTY)
http://dhss.alaska.gov/dbh/Pages/default.aspx
Alaska Mental Health Board
PO Box 110608
Juneau, AK, 99811
(888) 464-8920
http://dhss.alaska.gov/amhb/Pages/default.aspx
NAMI Alaska, National Alliance on Mental Illness
PO Box 201753
Anchorage, AK, 99520
(800) 478-4462
(907) 277-1300
alaskanami@gmail.com
https://www.namialaska.org/
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
LINKS Parent Resource Center
3161 E. Palmer-Wasilla Hwy, suite 2
Wasilla, AK, 99654
(907) 373-3632
linksinfo@linksprc.org
http://linksprc.org/
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Law Center of Alaska
3330 Arctic Boulevard, Suite 103
Anchorage, AK, 99503
(800) 478-1234
(907) 565-1002 (V/TTY)
akpa@dlcak.org
http://www.dlcak.org
Relay Services
(800) 770-8255 (V)
(800) 770-8973 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(866) 355-6198 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Office of Special Education
Alaska Department of Education
801 W. 10th Street, Suite 200
PO Box 110500
Juneau, AK, 99801-1894
(907) 465-8693
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/tls/sped/
Special Health Care Needs
Family to Family Health Information Center
Stone Soup Group
307 E. Northern Lights Blvd, Suite 100
Anchorage, AK, 99503
(907) 561-3701
(887) 786-7327 (toll free)
info@stonesoupgroup.org
http://www.stonesoupgroup.org
Special Format Library
Alaska State Library
Talking Book Center
344 W. Third Avenue, Suite 125
Anchorage, AK, 99501
(800) 776-6566
(907) 269-6575
http://talkingbooks.alaska.gov/
Speech, Language, & Hearing
Alaska Speech-Language-Hearing Association
PO Box 111993
Anchorage, AK, 99511
(907) 212-0211
aksha907@gmail.com
http://www.aksha.org/
UCEDD
Center for Human Development
University of Alaska Anchorage
2702 Gambell Street, Suite 103
Anchorage, AK, 99503
(907) 272-8270
info@alaskachd.org
http://www.alaskachd.org
Vocational Rehabilitation
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
801 W. 10th Street, Suite A
Juneau, AK, 99801
(907) 465-2814
http://labor.state.ak.us/dvr/home.htm
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Alaska
670 W. Fireweed Lane, Suite 105
Anchorage, AK, 99503
(907) 277-7325
http://www.alaska.easterseals.com
ADA Center
Pacific ADA Center
555 12th Street, Suite 1030
Oakland, CA, 94607
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(510) 285-5600 (V/TTY)
adatech@adapacific.org
http://www.adapacific.org
Assistive Technology
Arizona Technology Access Program (AZTAP)
2400 N. Central Avenue, Suite 300
Phoenix, AZ, 85004
(800) 477-9921 (toll-free)
(602) 728-9534
(602) 728-9536 (TTY)
http://www.nau.edu/ihd/aztap/
Autism
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center
Campus for Exceptional Children
300 N. 18th Street
Phoenix, AZ, 85006
(602) 340-8717
sarrc@autismcenter.org
http://www.autismcenter.org
Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
PO Box 10543
Phoenix, AZ, 85064
(480) 940-1093
info@phxautism.org
http://www.phxautism.org
CHIP Program
KidsCare
c/o AHCCS
801 E Jefferson St.
Phoenix, AX 85034
(602) 417-4000
(800) 654-8713
Check website for various offices
https://www.azahcccs.gov/Members/GetCovered/Categories/KidsCare.html
D D Council
Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
3839 N. 3rd Street, Suite 306
Phoenix, AZ, 85012
(602) 277-4986
fkahn@azdes.gov
https://www.azdes.gov/ADDPC/Home/
Developmental Disabilities
Department of Economic Security
Division of Developmental Disabilities
P.O. Box 6123, Site Code (791A)
Phoenix, AZ, 85005
(602) 542-6853
http://www.azdes.gov/ddd
Early Intervention
Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP)
Department of Economic Security
3839 N. 3rd Street, Suite 304
Phoenix, AZ, 85012
(888) 439-5609 (in AZ)
(602) 532-9960
http://www.azdes.gov/azeip
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Arizona
P.O. Box 25084
Phoenix, AZ, 85002-5084
(888) 768-2690
(602) 406-3581
efaz@chw.edu
http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/arizona/
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Arizona
3839 N. 3rd Street, Suite 105
Phoenix, AZ, 85012
(866) 501-2721
(602) 234-2721, ext. 103
thearcaz@gmail.com
http://www.arcarizona.org
Independent Living
To find the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Arizona
18001 N. 79th Ave., E-71
Glendale, AZ, 85308
(623) 206-2896
rcrawford@life-development-inst.org
https://ldaamerica.org/lda-chapters/arizona/
Mediation
Arizona Department of Education
Exceptional Student Services
1535 W. Jefferson
Phoenix, AZ, 85007
(602) 364-4011
http://www.ade.az.gov
Mental Health
Mental Health Association of Arizona
6411 E. Thomas Road
Scottsdale, AZ, 85251
(480) 994-4407, ext. 11
aberger@mhaarizona.org
http://www.mhaarizona.org
Arizona Alliance for the Mentally Ill
NAMI Arizona
2210 N. 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ, 85006-1604
(800) 626-5022
(602) 244-8166
namiaz@namiaz.org
http://namiarizona.org
Mental Health – Youth
Division of Behavioral Health Services
Department of Health Services
150 N. 18th Avenue, Suite 200
Phoenix, AZ, 85007
(602) 364-4753
nelsonla@azdhs.gov
http://azdhs.gov
Parent Organizations
Parent Information Network
Exceptional Student Services
Arizona Department of Education
3300 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(800) 237-3007
(602) 542-4013
becky.raabe@azed.gov
http://www.azed.gov/special-education/
Enhancing Arizona’s Parent Networks (EAPN)
Exceptional Student Services
Arizona Department of Education
2384 N. Steves Boulevard
Flagstaff, AZ, 86004
(623) 329-3089
http://www.ade.az.gov/ess/eapn/
Arizona Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
2721 N. 7th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ, 85007
(602) 279-1811
azpta@andiamo-tel.com
http://www.azpta.org
Raising Special Kids
5025 E. Washington St., Suite 204
Phoenix, AZ, 85034-2005
(800) 237-3007 (in AZ only)
(602) 242-4366
info@raisingspecialkids.org
http://www.raisingspecialkids.org
Parent-to-Parent
P2P at Raising Special Kids
See listing for the Parent Training and Information Center.
Partners in Policymaking
Pilot Parents of Southern Arizona
2600 N. Wyatt Drive
Tucson, AZ, 85712
(877) 365-7220
(520) 324-3150
ppsa@pilotparents.org
http://www.pilotparents.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Arizona Department of Education
Early Childhood Education
1535 W. Jefferson Street, Bin 15
Phoenix, AZ, 85007-3280
(602) 542-2727
valerie.james@azed.gov
http://www.ade.az.gov
Protection & Advocacy
Arizona Center for Disability Law
100 N. Stone St, Suite 305
Tucson, AZ, 85701
(520) 327-9547 (V/TTY)
(800) 927-2260
center@azdisabilitylaw.org''http://www.azdisabilitylaw.orgRelay Services
(800) 842-4681 (V)
(800) 367-8939 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 842-6520 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Exceptional Student Services
Arizona Department of Education
1535 W. Jefferson Street, Bin 24
Phoenix, AZ, 85007
(602) 542-4013
colette.chapman@azed.gov
http://www.ade.az.gov/ess/
Special Format Library
Arizona State Library
Archives and Public Records
Braille and Talking Book Division
1030 N. 32nd Street
Phoenix, AZ, 85008
(800) 255-5578
(602) 255-5578
btbl@lib.az.us
http://azlibrary.gov/talkingbooks/contact
Speech, Language, and Hearing
ArSHA (The Arizona Speech-Language-Hearing Association)
P.O. Box 12334
Tempe, AZ, 85284
(602) 354-8062
office@arsha.org
http://www.arsha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state
agencies and information, including how to contact your governor
and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://az.gov/
Transition Services
Rehabilitation Services Administration
1789W Jefferson 2nd Floor NW
Site 930A
Phoenix, AZ, 85007
(602) 542-0751
(602) 463-9002 (cell)
bschoen@azdes.gov
UCEDD
Institute for Human Development
Northern Arizona University
P.O. Box 5630
Flagstaff, AZ, 86011
(928) 523-4791
(928) 523-1695 (TTY)
Thomas.Uno@nau.edu
http://nau.edu/sbs/ihd/
Sonoran UCEDD
University of Arizona
1521 E. Helen St.
PO Box 210155H
Tucson, AZ, 85721
http://sonoranucedd.fcm.arizona.edu
Vocational Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation Services Administration
Department of Economic Security
1789 W. Jefferson, 2nd Floor, NW (930A)
Phoenix, AZ, 85007
(800) 563-1221
(602) 542-3332
azrsa@azdes.gov
https://www.azdes.gov/rehabilitation_services/
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Arizona
Various locations
(520) 327-1529
http://www.easterseals.com/blakefoundation/
2-1-1 Arizona
2200 N. Central Avenue, Suite 601
Phoenix, AZ, 85004
2-1-1 (in AZ)
(877) 211-8661 (anywhere)
firstcall@cir.org
http://www.211arizona.org
VSA arts of Arizona
3321 N. Chapel Avenue
Tucson, AZ, 85716
(520) 795-6502
vsaaz@vsaaz.org
http://www.vsaaz.org
ADA Center
Southwest ADA Center
TIRR Memorial Hermann – ILRU
1333 Moursund
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 797-7171/(800) 949-4232
swdbtac@ilru.org
http://www.southwestada.org/
Assistive Technology
ICAN Arkansas
900 W. 7th St.
Little Rock, AR 72201
9501) 666-8868/(800) 828-2799
http://ar-ican.org/
Autism
Arkansas Autism Resource & Outreach Center
322 Main St., Suite 501
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 454-8542/(800) 342-2923
ddvarady@uark.edu
http://aaroc.org/
Autism Speaks
http://communities.autismspeaks.org/site/c.ihLPK1PDLoF/b.7501055/k.6BE9/Autism_Speaks_in_Arkansas.htm
CHIP
(Health care for low-income uninsured children)
(888) 474-8275
http://www.arkidsfirst.com/home.htm
D D Council
Arkansas DD Council
(501) 682-2897
DDCStaff@dfa.arkansas.gov
http://www.ddcouncil.org/
Developmental Disabilities
Arkansas Department of Human Services
Division of Developmental Disabilities Services
PO Box 1437, Slot N505
Little Rock, AR 72203
(503) 683-0870
http://humanservices.arkansas.gov/ddds/Pages/default.aspx
Early Intervention
First Connections
(800) 643-8258
info@firstconnections.gov
https://dhs.arkansas.gov/dds/firstconnectionsweb/#fc-home
Independent Living
Independent Living Services
615 E. Robins St.
Conway, AR 72032
(501) 327-5234
http://indliving.org/#&panel1-1
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The ARC Arkansas
(501) 375-7770
thearcarkansas@arcark.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Arkansas
PO Box 23514
Little Rock, AR 72221
(501) 666-8777
http://www.ldarkansas.org/
Mediation
Arkansas Department of Education
Special Education Unit
1401 W. Capitol Ave.
Victory Building, Suite 450
Little Rock, AR 72201
(510) 324-9939/(866) 273-3959
https://arkansased.gov/divisions/learning-services/special-education/dispute-resolution/mediationiep-facilitation
Mental Health
Mental Health Council of Arkansas
501 Woodland, Suite 136S
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 372-7062
mhca@mhca.org
http://www.mhca.org/
Arkansas Department of Human Services
Division of Behavioral health Services
305 S. Palm St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 686-9164
https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/about-dhs/daabhs/behavioral-health-services
Mental Health – Youth
Arkansas Department of Human Services
Division of Behavioral health Services
305 S. Palm St.
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 682-1001
https://humanservices.arkansas.gov/about-dhs/daabhs/behavioral-health-services
Parent Organizations
Arkansas PTA
PO Box 1015
North Little Rock, AR 72115
(501) 753-5247
office@arkansasPTA.org
http://www.arkansaspta.org/
The Center for Exceptional Families
1702 Stone St., Suite A
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(888) 360-9654
Check website for local contacts
http://www.thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org/
Partners in Policymaking
Arkansas Developmental Disabilities Council
5800 W 10th St., Suite 805
Little Rock, AR 72204
(501) 661-2519/(800) 462-0599
mary.edwards@arkansas.gov
http://www.ddcouncil.org/
Preschool, Disabilities
Arkansas department of Education
Special Education Unit
1401 W Capital Ave.
Victory Building, Suite 450
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 682-4221
https://arksped.k12.ar.us/index.html
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Center of Arkansas
400 W. Capitol, Suite 1200
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 296-1775/(800) 482-1174
http://disabilityrightsar.org/
Relay Services
(800) 285-1121 (V)
(800) 285-1131 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(866) 656-2966 (Speech to Speech)
(866) 656-1842 (Spanish)
Special Education
Arkansas Department of Education
Special Education Unit
1401 Capitol Ave.
Victory Building, Suite 450
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 682-4221
https://arksped.k12.ar.us/index.html
Special Format Library
Arkansas State Library
900 Capitol, Suite 100
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 682-2053
http://www.asl.lib.ar.us/#
Special Health Care Needs
Arkansas Department of Human Services
Division of Developmental Disabilities Services
PO Box 1437, Slot N505
Little Rock, AR 72203
(501) 682-1001
http://humanservices.arkansas.gov/ddds/Pages/DDDSservices.aspx
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Arkansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association
PO Box 24103
Little Rock, AR 72221
(501) 244-0621
arksha@arksha.org
http://www.arksha.org/
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.arkansas.gov/
Transition Services
Arkansas Transition Services
Check website for county office locations and contacts
http://www.arkansastransition.com/
UCEDD
Partners for Inclusive Communities
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville
322 Main, Suite 501
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 301-1100/(800) 342-2923
partners@uark.edu
https://uofapartners.uark.edu/
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Arkansas Department of Career Education
(501) 682-1500
Check website for local contacts
http://ace.arkansas.gov/arRehabServices/programs/fieldServices/Pages/vocationalRehabilitation.aspx
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Arkansas
3920 Woodland Heights Rd.
Little Rock, AR 72212
(501) 227-3600
info@eastersealsar.com
http://www.easterseals.com/arkansas/?referrer=https://www.google.com/
Arkansas Council for Exceptional Children
Check website for specific divisions
https://www.arkansascec.com/
Special Olympics Arkansas
2115 Main St.
North Little Rock, AR 72114
(501) 771-0222/(800) 722-9063
http://www.specialolympicsarkansas.org/
ADA Center
Pacific ADA Center
555 12th Street, Suite 1030
Oakland, CA, 94607
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY) (510) 285-5600 (V/TTY)
adatech@adapacific.org
http://www.adapacific.org
Assistive Technology
California Assistive Technology System
Department of Rehabilitation
2000 Evergreen Street
Sacramento, CA, 95815
(916) 274-6325 (V/TTY)
http://www.dor.ca.gov
Autism
Autism Society of California
PO Box 1355
Glendora, CA, 91740 (800) 869-7069
ca-california@autismsocietyofamerica.org
http://www.autismsocietyca.org
CHIP Program
(Health care for low-income uninsured children)
Insure Kids Now
(877) 543-7669
https://www.insurekidsnow.gov/state/ca/index.html
Community Parent Resource Center
Parents CAN
1909 Jefferson St. Napa, CA, 94559
(707) 253-7444
parents@parentscan.org
http://www.parentscan.org
Fiesta Educativa, Inc. (Serving E. Los Angeles)
161 S. Avenue 24
Los Angeles, CA, 90031-2299
(323) 221-6696
info@fiestaeducativa.org
http://www.fiestaeducativa.org
Foster Youth Resources for Education (FYRE)
(Serving Alameda County)
3075 Adeline St., Suite 210
Berkeley, CA, 94703
(800) 348-4232 (510) 644-2555
info@dredf.org
http://www.dredf.org
Fuerza, Inc.
1340 E. McWood Street
West Covina, CA, 91790
(800) 200-4323
fuerz@fuerzainc.org
http://www.fuerzainc.org
Chinese Parents Association for the Disabled (Serving Los Angeles and Orange Counties)
P.O. Box 2884
San Gabriel, CA, 91778
(626) 307-3837
chen_rachel@hotmail.com
http://www.cpad.org
Vietnamese Parents of Disabled Children Association (Serving Orange and Los Angeles County)
7526 Syracuse Avenue
Stanton, CA, 90680
(714) 527-9216
contact@vpdca.org
D D Council
California State Council on Developmental Disabilities
1507 21st Street, Suite 210
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(866) 802-0514 (916) 322-8481
council@scdd.ca.gov
http://www.scdd.ca.gov
Developmental Disabilities
(providing services and support for infants, children, and adults with developmental disabilities)
Department of Developmental Services
California Health and Human Services Agency
1600 9th Street, Room 240
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 654-1897
http://www.dds.ca.gov
Early Intervention
Part C Coordinator
Children and Family Services Branch
Department of Developmental Services
1600 9th Street, Room 330, MS 3-8
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(800) 515-2229 (916) 654-2773
ringraha@dds.ca.gov
http://www.dds.ca.gov/EarlyStart/Home.cfm
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego County
2055 El Cajon Blvd
San Diego, CA, 92104
(619) 296-0161
info@epilepsysandiego.org
http://www.epilepsysandiego.org
Epilepsy Foundation Greater Los Angeles
5777 W. Century Boulevard, Suite 820
Los Angeles, CA, 90045
(800) 564-0445/(310) 670-2870
help@endepilepsy.org
http://endepilepsy.org/
Independent Living
To find the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V) (713) 520-5136 (TTY) ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V) (202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of California
1225 Eighth Street, Suite 350
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 552-6619
tony@thearcca.org
http://www.thearcca.org/
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of California
808 West Balboa Blvd.
Newport Beach, CA, 92661
(909) 621-1494
contact@ldaca.org
http://ldaamerica.org
Mental Health
Mental Health Association in California
1127 11th Street, Suite 925
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 557-1167
rselix@mhac.org
http://www.mhac.org
United Advocates for Children and Families
2035 Hurley Way, Suite 290
Sacramento, CA, 95825
(866) 643-1530 (916) 643-1530
information@uacc4families.org
http://www.uacf4hope.org
NAMI California
1010 Hurley Way, Suite 195
Sacramento, CA, 95825
(916) 567-0163
support@namicalifornia.org
http://www.NAMICalifornia.org
Mediation
Department of Education
Special Education Division
1430 N Street, 2nd Floor
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 323-2196
http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/
Mental Health
Department of Mental Health
1501 Capitol Avenue, MS4000
P.O. Box 997413
Sacramento, CA, 95899
(916) 440-7800
http://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/Pages/MentalHealthPrograms-Svcs.aspx
Mental Health -Youth
Children and Family Services
California Department of Mental Health
1600 9th Street, Room 100
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 651-2024
http://www.childsworld.ca.gov/
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
California State PTA
2327 L Street
Sacramento, CA, 95816
(916) 440-1985
info@capta.org
http://www.capta.org/
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund, Inc. (DREDF)
3075 Adeline Street, Suite 210
Berkeley, CA, 94703
(800) 348-4232 (510) 644-2555
info@dredf.org
http://www.dredf.org
MATRIX Parent Network and Resource Center
94 Galli Drive, Suite C
Novato, CA, 94949
(800) 578-2592 (415) 884-3535
info@matrixparents.org
http://www.matrixparents.org
Parents Helping Parents
1400 Parkmoor, Suite 100
San Jose, CA, 95126
(408) 727-5775
(408) 748-8339 (TTY)
info@php.com
http://www.php.com
Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern CA
962 Maraglia St.
Redding, CA, 96002
(530) 226-5129 (877) 227-3471
http://www.rfenc.org
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
1663 Mission Street, 7th Floor
San Francisco, CA, 94110-3111
(415) 282-7494 (Program office)
(415) 920-5040 (Family Resource Center)
http://www.supportforfamilies.org
Team of Advocates for Special Kids (TASK)
100 W. Cerritos Avenue
Anaheim, CA, 92805
(866) 828-8275 (714) 533-8275
task@taskca.org
http://www.taskca.org
Team of Advocates for Special Kids (TASK) San Diego
3180 University Ave. Ste. 430
San Diego, CA, 92104
(877) 609-3218 (619) 282-0846
task@taskca.org
http://www.taskca.org
Parent-to-Parent
P2P at Parents Helping Parents, Inc.
1400 Parkmoor Ave.
San Jose, CA, 95126-3429
(408) 727-5775
http://www.php.com
Preschool, Disabilities
Special Education Division
Administrative Services Unit
Department of Education
1430 N Street, Suite 530
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 327-3547
http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights California
1831 K Street
Sacramento, CA, 95811-4114
(800) 952-5544 (In CA)
916-504-5800 (800) 719-5798 (TTY)
info@disabilityrightsca.org
http://www.disabilityrightsca.org
Relay Services
(800) 735-2922 (V)
(800) 735-2929 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 854-7784 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Special Education Division
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, Suite 2401
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 445-4602
http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se
Special Health Care Needs
Children’s Medical Services Branch
PO Box 997413, MS 0000
Sacramento, CA, 95899-7413
http://www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/Pages/CMS.aspx
Speech, Language, and Hearing
California Speech-Language-Hearing Association
(CSHA)
(representing speech-language pathologists and audiologists)
825 University Avenue
Sacramento, CA, 95825-6724
(916) 921-1568
CSHA@CSHA.org
http://www.CSHA.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.ca.gov/
Transition Services
Transition Services and Work Ability
Special Education Division
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, Suite 2401
Sacramento, CA, 95814
http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/sr/wrkabltyI.asp
UCEDD
Tarjan Center, a UCEDD
University of California, Los Angeles
11075 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA, 90095
(310) 825-5054
MForgacs@mednet.ucla.edu
http://www.semel.ucla.edu/tarjan
UCEDD at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
University of Southern California
4650 Sunset Boulevard
Mailstop #53
Los Angeles, CA, 90027
(323) 361-2300 (213) 480-4192 (TTY)
uscucedd@chla.usc.edu
http://www.uscucedd.org/
UCEDD at the UC Davis MIND Institute
UC Davis Health System
2825 50th Street
Sacramento, CA, 95817
(916) 703-0235
http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/ddcenter/
Vocational Education, Disabilities
Secondary, Postsecondary and Adult Leadership Division
California Department of Education
1430 N Street, Suite 4503
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 445-2652
painswor@cde.ca.gov
http://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/ct/
Department of Rehabilitation
721 Capitol Mall
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 324-1313 (VOICE)
(916) 558-5807 (TTY)
ExternalAffairs@dor.ca.gov
http://www.dor.ca.gov
Other Organizations
California Association of School Psychologists
1400 K Street, Suite 311
Sacramento, CA, 95814
(916) 444-1595
memberservices@casponline.org
http://www.casponline.org
Easter Seals Bay Area
180 Grand Avenue, Suite 300
Oakland, CA, 94612
(510) 835-2131, ext. 126
mpelfini@esba.org
http://www.eastersealsbayarea.org
Family Resource Network (Serving Amador, Calaveras, San Joaquin, Stanislaus & Tuolumne Counties)
5250 Claremont Avenue, Suite 239
Stockton, CA, 95207
(800) 847-3030 (in 5 county region)
(209) 472-3674 frnfamilies@aol.com
http://www.frcn.org/
Variety - the Children's Charity
of Northern California
582 Market St., Suite 101
San Francisco, CA 94104
info@varitync.org
Main 415.781.3894
Fax 415.590.7222
Screening Room 415.781.3893
https://www.varietync.org/
ADA Center
Rocky Mountain ADA Center
3630 Sinton Road, Suite 103
Colorado Springs, CO, 80907
(719) 444-0268 (V/TTY)
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
adainfo@adainformation.org
http://www.adainformation.org
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology Partners
Department of Rehabilitation Medicine
University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
601 E. 18th Avenue, Suite 130
Denver, CO, 80203
(303) 315-1280
(303) 837-8964 (TTY)
(800) 255-3477
http://www.assistivetechnologypartners.org
Autism
Autism Society of Colorado
550 S Wadsworth Blvd, Ste 100
Lakewood, CO, 80226
(720) 214-0794
contact@autismcolorado.org
http://www.autismcolorado.org
CHIP Program
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)
P.O. Box 929
Denver, CO, 80201-0929
(800) 359-1991
http://www.cchp.org/
D D Council
Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council
1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 706
Denver, CO, 80203-2117
(720) 941-0176
cddpc.email@state.co.us
http://www.coddc.org
Developmental Disabilities
Colorado Department of Health Care Policy & Financing
Division for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
1570 Grant St.
Denver, CO, 80203-1818
(303) 866-2993
https://www.colorado.gov/hcpf
Early Intervention
Early Intervention Colorado
CDHS-Division for Developmental Disabilities
4055 S. Lowell Blvd.
Denver, CO, 80236
(888) 777-4041
http://www.eicolorado.org
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado, Inc.
234 Columbine Street, Suite 333
Denver, CO, 80206-4711
(303) 377-9774
(888) 378-9779 (in CO)
gail@epilepsycolorado.org
http://www.epilepsycolorado.org
Independent Living
For your Statewide Independent Living Council, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization
2323 S. Shepherd, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V/TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org/html/publications/directory/
To learn about independent living centers in your area, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0034 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
(877) 525-3400 (toll free)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Colorado
8000 E. Prentice Avenue, Suite D-1
Greenwood Village, CO, 80111
(303) 864-9334
(800) 333-7690
http://www.thearcofco.org
Mediation
Colorado Department of Education
Exceptional Student Services
201 E. Colfax Avenue, Room 300
Denver, CO, 80203
(303) 866-6685
http://www.cde.state.co.us
Mental Health
Mental Health America of Colorado
1120 Lincoln St., Suite 1606
Denver, CO, 80203
(720) 208-2220
info@mentalhealthcolorado.org
http://www.mentalhealthcolorado.org/
NAMI Colorado
1100 Fillmore Street
Denver, CO, 80206-3334
(303) 321-3104
nami-co@nami.org
http://www.namicolorado.org
Colorado Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
P.O. Box 9086
Englewood, CO, 80111
(888) 569-7500
(303) 572-0302
https://disabilitylawco.org/resource/federation-families-childrens-mental-health
EMPOWER Colorado (Mental Health)
c/o Ability connection Colorado
801 S. Yosemite Street
Denver, CO, 80230
(303) 691-9339
info@abilityconnectioncolorado.org
http://www.abilityconnectioncolorado.org/empowercolorado/
Mental Health – Youth
Division of Mental Health Services
Department of Human Services
3824 W. Princeton Circle
Denver, CO, 80236
(303) 866-7400
https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
Denver Metro Community Parent Resource Center
2600 S. Parker Rd., Suite 332
Aurora, CO, 80014
(303) 365-2772
info@denvermetrocprc.org
http://www.denvermetrocprc.org
Colorado PTA
7859 W. 38th Avenue
Wheat Ridge, CO, 80033
(303) 420-7820
(888) 225-8234
office@copta.org
http://www.copta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
PEAK Parent Center
611 N. Weber, Suite 200
Colorado Springs, CO, 80903
(719) 531-9400
(800) 284-0251
(719) 531-9403 (TTY)
info@peakparent.org
http://www.peakparent.org
Parent to Parent of Colorado
801 Yosemite Street
Denver, CO, 80230
(877) 472-7201
info@p2p-co.org
http://www.p2p-co.org
Preschool Disabilities
Early Childhood Initiatives
Colorado Department of Education
201 E. Colfax Avenue, Room 305
Denver, CO, 80203
(303) 866-6709
(303) 866-6712
(888) 777-4041
http://www.cde.state.co.us
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Law Colorado
Denver Office
(800) 288-1376/(303) 722-0300
Grand Junction Office
(800) 531-2105/(970) 241-6371
https://disabilitylawco.org/
Relay Services
(800) 659-3656 (V)
(800) 659-2656 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(877) 659-4279 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Exceptional Student Services Unit
Colorado Department of Education
201 E. Colfax Avenue
Denver, CO, 80203
(303) 866-6694
http://www.cde.state.co.us
Special Format Library
Colorado Talking Book Library
180 Sheridan Boulevard
Denver, CO, 80226-8097
(303) 727-9277
(800) 685-2136
ctbl.info@cde.state.co.us
http://www.cde.state.co.us/ctbl
Special Health Care Needs
Health Care Program For Children with Special Needs (HCP)
Department of Public Health and Environment
4300 Cherry Creek Drive South, Room A410
Denver, CO, 80246-1530
(303) 692-2370
(800) 688-7777
http://www.cdphe.state.co.us
Family Voices Colorado
13199 East Montview Blvd, Suite 200
Aurora, CO, 80045
(303) 733-3000
(800) 881-8272
info@familyvoicesco.org
http://familyvoicesco.org
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Colorado Speech-Language-Hearing Association
P.O. Box 345
Sedalia, CO, 80135
(720) 733-9097
cshassoc@aol.com
http://www.cshassoc.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all
manner of state agencies and information, including how
to contact your governor and/or your representatives in
the Senate and House:
https://www.colorado.gov/
Transition Services
Exceptional Student Leadership Unit
Colorado Department of Education
201 E. Colfax Avenue
Denver, CO, 80203
(303) 866-6799
http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/transition
UCEDD
JFK Partners
University of Colorado Denver
School of Medicine
13121 E. 17th Ave, C234
Aurora, CO, 80045
(303) 724-5266
http://www.jfkpartners.org
Vocational Education & Rehabilitation
Colorado Community College System
9101 E. Lowry Boulevard
Denver, CO, 80230-6011
(303) 620-4000
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Labor and Employment
Check website for departments and local offices
https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dvr/
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Colorado
5755 W. Alameda Avenue
Lakewood, CO, 80226
(303) 233-1666 (V/TTY)
(800) 875-4732
http://www.eastersealscolorado.org
VSA Colorado
Access Gallery/Studio
909 Santa Fe Drive
Denver, CO, 80204
(303) 777-0797
info@accessgallery.org
http://accessgallery.org/
ADA Center
New England ADA Center
180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1
Boston , MA , 02114
(800) 949-4232 V/TTY)
(617) 695-0085 (V/TTY)
adainfo@newenglandada.org
http://www.newenglandada.org
Assistive Technology
Connecticut Tech Act Project (CTTAP)
55 Farmington Ave., 12th Floor
Hartford, CT 06105
(800) 537-2549 (in CT)
(860) 424-4881
(860) 424-4839 (TTY)
http://cttechact.com/#sthash.L4dfJrZ1.dpbs
CHIP Program
(Health care for low-income uninsured children)
HUSKY Plan
c/o Department of Social Services
55 Farmington Ave.
Hartford, CT 06105–3730
(877) 284-8759
http://www.ct.gov/hh/site/default.asp
DD Council
Connecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities
460 Capitol Avenue
Hartford , CT , 06106-1308
(800) 653-1134 (in CT)
(860) 418-6160
(860) 418-6172 (TTY)
Molly.Cole@ct.gov
http://www.ct.gov/ctcdd/site/default.asp
Developmental Disabilities
Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
460 Capitol Avenue
Hartford , CT , 06106
(860) 418-6000
ddsct.co@ct.gov
http://www.ct.gov/dds
Early Intervention
Connecticut Birth to Three System
Department of Developmental Services
460 Capitol Avenue
Hartford , CT , 06106-1308
(800) 505-7000
http://www.birth23.org
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut, Inc.
386 Main Street
Middletown , CT , 06457
(800) 899-3745
(860) 346-1924
efct@sbcglobal.net
http://www.epilepsyct.com
Independent Living
Connecticut Association of Centers for Independent Living
151 New Park Avenue
Hartford , CT , 06106
(860) 656-0430
gwaterhouse@cacil.net
http://www.cacil.net
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The ARC of Connecticut
200 Research Pkwy
Meriden, CT, 06450
(203) 514-3028
https://thearcct.org/
Mediation
Connecticut Department of Education
Bureau of Special Education
Due Process Unit
165 Capitol Avenue
Hartford , CT , 06106-1630
(860) 713-6935
https://portal.ct.gov/SDE/Special-Education/Bureau-of-Special-Education/Legal-and-Due-Process
Mental Health
Mental Health Connecticut
61 S. Main St., Suite 100
West Hartford, CT 06107
(860) 529-1970
info@mhconn.org
http://www.mhconn.org/contact/
NAMI Connecticut
576 Farmington Avenue
Hartford , CT , 06105
(800) 215-3021
(860) 882-0236
namicted@namict.org
http://www.namict.org
Mental Health – Youth
Department of Children and Families
505 Hudson Street
Hartford , CT , 06106
(800) 842-2288 (in CT)
(860) 550-6683
commissioner.dcf@ct.gov
https://portal.ct.gov/dcf
Parent Resources
AFCAMP, Hartford-New Haven CPRC
60 Weston St., Ste B
Hartford , CT , 06120
(860) 548-9959
http://www.afcamp.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Connecticut Parent-Teachers Association
Wilbur Cross Commons Building, Suite 12
60 Connolly Parkway
Hamden , CT , 06514-2519
(203) 281-6617
office@ctpta.org
http://www.ctpta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC)
338 Main Street
Niantic , CT , 06357
(800) 445-2722 (in CT)
(860) 739-3089
cpac@cpacinc.org
http://www.cpacinc.org
Parent-to-Parent
PATH Parent to Parent of CT
P.O. Box 117
Northford , CT , 06472
(800) 399-7284 (in CT)
(203) 234-9554
nanfi@aol.com
http://www.pathct.org
Preschool, Disabilities
State Department of Education
165 Capitol Avenue
Hartford , CT , 06106
(860) 713-6543
http://www.sde.ct.gov
Protection & Advocacy
Office of Protection & Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities
60 B Weston Street
Hartford , CT , 06120-1551
(800) 842-7303 (V/TTY in CT)
(860) 297-4300
(860) 297-4380 (TTY)
http://www.ct.gov/opapd
Special Education
Bureau of Special Education
Department of Education
165 Capitol Avenue, Room 360
Hartford , CT , 06106
(860) 713-6912
http://portal.ct.gov
Special Format Library
Connecticut State Library
Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
198 West Street
Rocky Hill , CT , 06067
(800) 842-4516
(860) 721-2020
http://ctstatelibrary.org/lbph/
Special Health Care Needs
Connecticut Department of Public Health
410 Capitol Ave.
Hartford, CT 06134
(860) 509-8074
http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3138&Q=387702&PM=1
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Connecticut Speech-Language-Hearing Association
124 Kennerson Road
Eastford , CT , 06242
(860) 666-6900
csha@ctspeechhearing.org
http://www.ctspeechhearing.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.ct.gov/
Transition Services
Bureau of Special Education
Department of Education
165 Capitol Avenue
P.O. Box 2219
Hartford , CT , 06145-2219
(860) 713-6923
patricia.anderson@ct.gov
http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde
UCEDD
A.J. Pappanikou UCEDD
263 Farmington Avenue, MC6222
Farmington , CT , 06030-6222
(866) 623-1315
(860) 679-1500
(860) 679-1502 (TTY)
contactus@ uconnucedd.org
http://www.uconnucedd.org
Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Rehabilitation Services
55 Farmington Ave., 12th Fl.
Hartford, CT 06105
http://www.ct.gov/dors/site/default.asp
Other Organizations
WeCAHR (Western Connecticut Association for Human Rights)
325 Main Street
Danbury , CT , 06810
(203) 792-3540
ptomka@wecahr.org
http://www.wecahr.org
Easter Seals Connecticut
733 Summer Street – suite 104
Stamford , CT , 06901
(203) 388-2196
dshugrue@eastersealsct.org
http://www.ct.easterseals.com
The Special Kids Support Center
Connecticut Children’s Medical Center
282 Washington Street
Hartford , CT , 06106
(877) 545-1944 (in CT)
(860) 545-9000
http://www.ccmckids.org
Disabilities Network of Eastern Connecticut
19 Ohio Avenue – suite 2
Norwich , CT , 06360
(860) 823-1898
http://www.dnec.org
ADA Center
Mid-Atlantic ADA Center
401 North Washington Street, Suite 450
Rockville, MD, 20805
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(301) 217-0124 (V/TTY)
http://www.adainfo.org
Assistive Technology
Delaware Assistive Technology Initiative
461 Wyoming Road
Newark, DE, 19716
(800) 870-3284 (in DE)
(302) 651-6790
(302) 831-0354 (TTY)
dati@asel.udel.edu
http://www.dati.org
CHIP Program
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Delaware Healthy Children Program
P.O. Box 950
New Castle, DE, 19720-9914
(800) 996-9969
http://www.state.de.us/dhss/dss/
D D Council
Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council
Margaret M. O’Neill Building, 2nd Floor
410 Federal Street, Suite 2
Dover, DE, 19904
(302) 739-3333
pat.maichle@state.de.us
http://www.ddc.delaware.gov
Developmental Disabilities
Division of Developmental Disabilities Services
Delaware Health and Social Services
1056 S. Governors Avenue, Suite 101
Dover, DE, 19904
(302) 744-9600
dhssinfo@state.de.us
http://www.state.de.us/dhss/ddds/index.html
Early Intervention
Birth to Three Early Intervention System
Department of Health and Social Services
1901 N. DuPont Highway
New Castle, DE, 19720
(302) 255-9135
rosanne.griff-cabelli@state.de.us
http://www.state.de.us/dhss/dms/epqc/birth3/directry.html
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Delaware
Tower Office Park
240 N. James Street, Suite 104
Newport, DE, 19804
(877) 369-2266
(302) 999-9313
efd@efde.org
http://epilepsy.com/delaware
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living
Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
1333 Moursond
Houston, TX, 77030
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact: National Council on Independent Living
2013 H Street NW – 6th Floor
Washington, DC, 20006
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Delaware
2 S Augustine St., Suite B
Wilmington, DE, 19804
(302) 996-9400/(844) 344-6524
http://www.thearcofdelaware.org/
Mediation
Council for Exceptional Children
2900 Crystal Dr., Suite 100
Arlington, VA 22202
(888) 232-7733
(302) 735-4210
https://www.doe.k12.de.us
Mental Health
Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Delaware Health and Social Services
Main Administration Building
1901 N. DuPont Highway
New Castle, DE, 19720
(302) 255-9399
https://dhss.delaware.gov/dsamh/
Mental Health Association in Delaware
100 W. 10th Street, Suite 600
Wilmington, DE, 19801
(800) 287-6423 (In DE)
(302) 654-6833
information@mhainde.org
http://www.mhainde.org
Mental Health – Children
Division of Child Mental Health Services
Department of Services for Children, Youth, and Their Families
1825 Faulkland Road, Building 1
Wilmington, DE, 19805-1195
(302) 633-2600
PBHS.DSCYF@state.de.us
http://kids.delaware.gov/pbhs/pbhs.shtml
Organizations for Parents
Parent Information Center of Delaware (PIC)
404 Larch Circle
Wilmington, DE, 19804
(888) 547-4412
(302) 999-7394
http://www.picofdel.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Delaware Congress of Parents and Teachers
925 Bear-Corbitt Road, Suite 101
Bear, DE, 19701
(302) 838-8770
de_office@pta.org
http://www.delawarepta.org
P2P at Delaware Family Voices
61 Corporate Circle
New Castle, DE, 19720
(302) 221-5360
annp@defv.org
http://defv.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Council for Exceptional Children
2900 Crystal Dr., Suite 100
Arlington, VA 22202
(888) 232-7733
https://www.doe.k12.de.us
Protection & Advocacy
Community Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Community Service Building
100 W. 10th Street, Suite 801
Wilmington, DE, 19801
(302) 575-0660
http://www.declasi.org
Partners in Policymaking of Delaware
Developmental Disabilities Council
Margaret M. O’Neill Building, 2nd Floor
410 Federal Street, Suite 2
Dover, DE, 19901
(302) 739-3333
http://ddc.delaware.gov/
Special Format Library
Delaware Division of Libraries
Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
43 S. DuPont Highway
Dover, DE, 19901
(V/TTY)(800) 282-8676
(302) 739-4748
john.phillos@state.de.us
http://libraries
Special Health Care Needs
Children with Special Health Care Needs
Bureau of Maternal and Child Health
Division of Public Health
417 Federal Street
Dover, DE, 19901
(800) 464-4357 (Helpline)
(302) 741-2980
https://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dph/chca/dphcshcn.html
Division of Public Health & duPont Hospital for Children
Office of EMS
Blue Hen Corporate Center
655 Bay Road, Suite 4H
Dover, DE, 19901
(302) 744-5410
www.dhss.delaware.gov/dph/ems/ems.html
Delaware Family Voices
222 Philadelphia Pike, Suite 11
Wilmington, DE 19809
(302) 669-3030/(877) 235-3588
psp@defv.org
http://www.delawarefamilytofamily.org/
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Delaware Speech-Language-Hearing Association
P.O. Box 7383
Newark, DE, 19711
dshaweb@dsha.org
http://dsha.org/
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies
and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your
representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.de.gov/
UCEDD
Center for Disabilities Studies
College of Education and Human Development
University of Delaware
461 Wyoming Road
Newark, DE, 19716
(302) 831-6974
(302) 831-4689 (TTY)
mineo@udel.edu
http://www.udel.edu/cds
Vocational Rehabilitation
(302) 577-8400
Check website for local offices
http://www.dvr.delawareworks.com
Other Organizations
State Council for Persons with Disabilities
Margaret M. O’Neill Building
P.O. Box 1401
Dover, DE, 19903
http://www.scpd.delaware.gov
Governor’s Ad Council
516 W Loockerman Street
Dover, DE, 19904
(302) 739-4553
http://gacec.delaware.gov/
Easter Seals Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore
61 Corporate Circle
New Castle, DE, 19720
(800) 677-3800
(302) 324-4444
preuther@esdel.org
http://www.de.easterseals.com
Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund:
Children being referred for assistance must reside or be treated in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. Families may not apply to the Fund directly. Referrals must be made by a healthcare professional (for example, a social worker, case manager, nurse, doctor, or therapist). Provide assistance with expenses not covered by insurance, such as: Utility and phone bills, Mortgage/Rent, Car payments, Transportation costs, Disability needs, Air conditioners for children with severe pulmonary, cardiac, skin, liver, and kidney diseases, Medically necessary dietary supplements, special foods, and formulas, Co-pays, Child care, Funeral expenses. Assistance is paid directly to vendors or creditors to avoid misappropriation of funds.
ADA Center
Southeast ADA Center
1419 Mayson Street NE
Atlanta, GA, 30324
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)
ADAsoutheast@law.syr.edu
http://www.adasoutheast.org
Assistive Technology
Florida Alliance for Assistive Service and Technology
3333 W Pensacola Street Building 100
Suite 140
Tallahassee, FL, 32304
(888) 788-9216
(850) 487-3278
(850) 922-5951 (TTY)
faast@faast.org
http://faast.org/
Career & Technical Education
Florida Department of Education
Turlington Bldg., Suite 1514
325 W. Gaines St.
Tallahassee, FL, 32399
(850) 245-0505
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/additional-cte-programs-courses/special-needs
CHIP Program
PO Box 980 Tallahassee, FL 32302
(888) 540-5437
http://www.healthykids.org
D D Council
Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc.
124 Marriott Drive, Suite 203
Tallahassee, FL, 32301-2981
(800) 580-7801 (in FL)
(850) 488-4180
fddc@fddc.org
http://www.fddc.org
Developmental Disabilities
Agency for Persons with Disabilities
4030 Esplanade Way, Suite 380
Tallahassee, FL, 32399-0950
(850) 488-4257
Jim_DeBeaugrine@apd.state.fl.us
http:// www.apd.myflorida.com
Early Intervention
Early Steps
Check website for local offices
(800) 218-0001
http://www.floridahealth.gov/alternatesites/cms-kids/families/early_steps/early_steps.html
Florida Office of Early Learning
250 Marriott Dr.
Tallahassee, FL, 32399
(866) 357-3239
http://www.floridaearlylearning.com/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Services Program
Tampa: (813) 870-3414
Lakeland: (863) 686-5880
https://www.epilepsyservices.com/
Independent Living
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find the contact information for Centers for Independent Living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0034 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
ARC/Florida
2898 Mahan Drive, Suite 1
Tallahassee, FL, 32308
(800) 226-1155
arcofflorida@gmail.com
http://www.arcflorida.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Florida, Inc.
Co-Presidents:
(561) 247-0221, Cathy Einhorn
(561) 361-7495, Mark Halpert
Mediation
Florida Department of Education
(850) 245-0475
BRIC@fldoe.org
http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/7674/urlt/0064540-eseparent.pdf
Mental Health
ACCESS
Department of Health and Human Services
https://www.hhs.gov/mental-health-and-addiction-insurance-help/fl-medicaid-chip/index.html
NAMI Florida, Inc.
911 E. Park Avenue
Tallahassee, FL, 32301
(850) 671-4445
namifl@namifl.org
http://www.namiflorida.org
Mental Health – Youth
Florida Department of Children and Families
ACCESS Central Mail Center
PO Box 1770
Ocala, FL 34478-1770
Check website for local office numbers
http://www.myflfamilies.com/service-programs/mental-health/childrens-mental-health-services
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
Parent to Parent of Miami, Inc.
Community Parent Resource Center
7990 S.W. 117th Avenue, Suite 201
Miami, FL, 33183
(800) 527-9552
(305) 271-9797
info@ptopmiami.org
http://www.ptopmiami.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Florida Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
1747 Orlando Central Parkway
Orlando, FL, 32809
(407) 855-7604
janice@floridapta.org
http://www.floridapta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI, PSN, PEN, POPIN)
2196 Main St., Suite L
Dunedin, FL 34698
(727) 523-1130
(800) 825-5736
http://fndusa.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services
Florida Department of Education
325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 601
Tallahassee, FL, 32399-0400
(850) 245-0478
marilyn.hibbard@fldoe.org
http://www.fldoe.org
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Florida
2728 Centerview Drive
Suite 102
Tallahassee, FL , 32301
(800) 342-0823
(800) 350-4566 (Spanish and Creole Speaking Clients)
(850) 488-9071
(800) 346-4127 (TTY)
http://www.disabilityrightsflorida.org/
Special Education
Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services
Florida Department of Education
325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 614
Tallahassee, FL, 32399-0400
(850) 245-0475
http://www.fldoe.org/ese
Special Format Library
Florida Bureau of Braille and Talking Book Library Services
421 Platt Street
Daytona Beach, FL, 32114-2804
(800) 226-6075
(386)239-6000
(800) 955-8771 (TTY)
http://dbs.myflorida.com/library
Special Health Care Needs
Children’s Medical Services, Department of Health
4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin A-06
Tallahassee , FL, 32399-1707
(800) 654-4440
(850) 245-4218
phyllis_sloyer@doh.state.fl.us
http://www.myflorida.com
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Florida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (FLASHA)
222 S. Westmonte Drive #101
Altamonte Springs, FL, 32714
(800) 243-3574
(407) 774-7880
flasha@flasha.org
www.flasha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.flgov.com
Transition Services
Project 10: Transition Education Network
University of South Florida St. Petersburg
140 7th Avenue South, SVB 108 (mailing address)
529 First Street South (physical address)
St. Petersburg, FL, 33701
(727) 873-4661
(727) 873-4660 (Fax)
project10@stpete.usf.edu
http://project10.info
School To Work Transition Services
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Education
2002 Old Saint Augustine Road, Building A
Tallahassee, FL, 32301
(850) 245-3360
Kirk.Hall@vr.fldoe.org
http://www.rehabworks.org
UCEDD
Mailman Center for Child Development
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
1601 NW 12th Avenue
Miami, FL 33136
(305) 243-6631
http://mailmancenter.org
Florida Center for Inclusive Communities
University of South Florida
Department of Child and Family Studies
College of Behavioral and Community Sciences
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., MHC 2113A
Tampa, FL, 33612-3807
(813) 974-4612
(866) 818-4797
flcic@fmhi.usf.edu
http://www.flfcic.org
Vocational Rehabilitation
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Education
4070 Esplanade Way
Tallahassee, FL 32399
(800) 451-4327
(850) 245-3399
http://www.rehabworks.org
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Florida
520 N. Semoran Blvd, Ste 280
Orlando, FL 32807
(407) 306-9766
info@fl.easterseals.com
http://www.fl.easterseals.com
Florida Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, Inc.
2475 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 205
Tallahassee, FL, 32301-4946
(850) 877-4816
info@floridaarf.org
http://www.floridaarf.org
VSA Florida
University of South Florida
College of ED/Sp. ED/VSA Florida
4202 E. Fowler Ave, EDU105
Tampa, FL, 33620
http://vsafl.org/
Hannah and Friends: (Regional – Indiana, the Michiana area, New York, Rhode Island, and Florida.) Provide quality of life grants for families with individuals with developmental disabilities.
ADA Center
Southeast ADA Center
1419 Mayson Street NE
Atlanta, GA, 30324
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)
ADAsoutheast@law.syr.edu
http://www.adasoutheast.org
Assistive Technology
Tools for Life, Georgia Assistive Technology Act Program
512 Means St Suite 250
Atlanta, GA 30318
(404) 894-0541
info@gatfl.org
http://www.gatfl.org
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
PeachCare for Kids
P.O. Box 2583
Atlanta, GA, 30301-2583
(877) 427-3224
peachcare@dch.ga.gov
http://www.peachcare.org
D D Council
Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities
2 Peachtree St, N.W., 26th floor
Atlanta, GA 30303
(888) 275-4233
(404) 657-2126
(404) 657-2133 (TDD)
http://www.gcdd.org
Developmental Disabilities
Office of Developmental Disabilities
Division of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities and Addictive Diseases
Department of Human Resources
2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 24th floor
Atlanta , GA, 30303-3142
404-657-2252
http://dph.georgia.gov
Early Intervention
Babies Can’t Wait Program
Department of Human Resources
2 Peachtree Street, 11.217
Atlanta, GA, 30303-3186
(888) 651-8224
(404) 657-2726
http://www.dph.georgia.gov/Babies-Cant-Wait
Bright from the Start
Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning
2 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive SE,
754 East Tower
Atlanta, GA 30334
(404) 656-5957
http://decal.ga.gov/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Georgia
6065 Roswell Road, NE, Suite 715
Atlanta, GA, 30328
(800) 527-7105 (In GA)
(404) 527-7155
epilepsy@epilepsyga.org
http://www.epilepsyga.org
Independent Living
Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia, Inc.
315 West Ponce de Leon Ave, Suite 600
Decatur, GA 30030
(888) 288-9780
(770) 270-6860
(770) 270-5671
http://www.silcga.org
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V);
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Georgia
2566 Shallowford Road, Suite 104, PMB 353
Atlanta , GA, 30345
(404) 303-7774
ldaga@bellsouth.net
http://www.ldag.org
Mental Health
National Mental Health America of Georgia
100 Edgewood Ave., Suite 502
Atlanta, GA, 30303
(404) 527-7175
http://www.mhageorgia.org/
NAMI-Georgia, National Alliance on Mental Illness
3180 Presidential Drive, Suite A
Atlanta , GA, 30340
(800) 726-1052
(770) 234-0855
namigeorgia@namiga.org
http://www.namiga.org
Georgia Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
1381 Metropolitan Parkway
Atlanta, GA, 30310
(800) 832-8645
(404) 758-4500
http://www.gpsn.org
Mediation
Division for Exceptional Students
Georgia Department of Education
205 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive SE
Atlanta, GA 30334
(404) 657-9965
askdoe@gadoe.org
http://www.gadoe.org
Mental Health
Division of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities and Addictive Diseases
Department of Human Resources
2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 22.224
Atlanta , GA, 30303-3142
(404) 657-2260
gbskinner@dhr.state.ga.us
http://www.mhddad.dhr.georgia.gov
Mental Health – Youth
Department of Human Resources
Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Addictive Diseases
2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 23.420
Atlanta , GA, 30303-3171
(404) 657-5681
dmorgan@dhr.state.ga.us
http://mhddad.dhr.georgia.gov/portal/site/DHR-MHDDAD/
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Georgia Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
114 Baker Street, N.E.
Atlanta , GA, 30308-3366
(404) 659-0214
http://www.georgiapta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Parent to Parent of Georgia, Inc.
3070 Presidential Parkway, Suite 130
Atlanta, GA, 30340
(800) 229-2038
info@p2pga.org
http://www.p2pga.org
Protection & Advocacy
Georgia Advocacy Office
One Decatur Town Center
150 E. Ponce de Leon Avenue, Suite 430
Decatur, GA, 30030
(800) 537-2329
(404) 885-1234 (V/TTY)
info@thegao.org
http://www.thegao.org
The ARC of Georgia
PO Box 91051
Atlanta, GA 30364
(470) 222-6088
sramirez@thearc.org
https://ga.thearc.org/
Relay Services
(800) 255-0135 (V)
(800) 255-0056 (TTY);, 711 (TTY)
(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech-English)
(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech-Spanish)
Special Education
Division for Exceptional Students
Georgia Department of Education
205 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive SE
Atlanta, GA 30334
(404) 657-9965
askdoe@gadoe.org
http://www.gadoe.org
Special Format Library
Georgia Library for Accessible Services
1800 Century Place Suite 150
Atlanta, GA 30345
(800) 248-6701
glass@georgialibraries.org
http://www.georgialibraries.org/glass
Special Health Care Needs
Office of Children with Special Needs
Department of Human Resources
Division of Public Health
Maternal and Child Health Section
2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 11-227
Atlanta , GA, 30303
(404) 657-2850
http://www.dph.georgia.gov/children-and-youth-special-healthcare-needs-cyshn
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Georgia Speech-Language-Hearing Association
925B Peachtree St NE, Suite 620
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 496-5559
http://www.gsha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.georgia.gov
Vocational Education, Disabilities
Vocational Rehabilitation Program
Check website for local offices
(404) 232-1998
https://gvs.georgia.gov/
Other
Easter Seals North Georgia
53 Perimeter Center East Suite 550
Atlanta, GA 30346
(404) 9431070-2006
www.easterseals.com/northgeorgia
Easter Seals Southern Georgia
1906 Palmyra Road
Albany, GA, 31701
(229) 439-7061
http://www.easterseals.com/southerngeorgia/?referrer=https://www.google.com/
Fragile Kids Foundation
3825 Presidential Pkwy., Suite 103
Atlanta, GA, 30340
(770) 234-9111
inquiry@focus-ga.org
https://focus-ga.org/
VSA arts of Georgia
199 Armour Drive
Atlanta, GA 30324
(404) 221-1270, ext. 207
http://www.vsaartsga.org
ADA Center
Pacific ADA Center
555 12th Street, Suite 1030
Oakland, CA, 94607
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(510) 285-5600 (V/TTY);
adatech@adapacific.org
http://www.adapacific.org
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawaii
414 Kuwili Street, Suite 104
Honolulu, HI, 96817-5050
(800) 645-3007
(808) 532-7110 (V/TTY)
jodi@atrc.org
http://www.atrc.org
Autism
Autism Society of Hawaii
PO Box 61924
Honolulu, HI, 96839
(808) 342-0364
autismhi@gmail.com
https://autismsocietyofhawaii.org
Career & Technical Education
Career and Technical Education
University of Hawaii
Lower Campus Road, Lunalilo Portable 1
Honolulu, HI, 96822
(808) 956-7461
http://www.hawaii.edu/cte
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Med-QUEST Division
P.O. Box 3490
Honolulu, HI, 96811-3490
(808) 587-3521
http://www.medquest.hawaii.gov/
D D Council
State Council on Developmental Disabilities
919 Ala Moana Boulevard, Suite 113
Honolulu, HI, 96814
(808) 586-8100
waynette.cabral@doh.hawaii.gov
http://www.health.hawaii.gov/
Developmental Disabilities
Developmental Disabilities Division
Hawaii State Department of Health
1250 Punchbowl St., Room 463
Honolulu, HI, 96813
(808) 586-5840
http://health.hawaii.gov/ddd/
Early Intervention
Department of Health
1350 S. King Street, Suite 200
Honolulu, HI, 96814
(808) 594-0006
sue.brown@doh.hawaii.gov
http://www.health.hawaii.gov/
Special Education
Office of Curriculum Instruction and Student Support
Special Education Services Branch
Student Support & Special Education Sections
637 18th Avenue, Building C
Honolulu, HI, 96816
(808) 733-4838
http://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Hawaii
200 N. Vineyard Boulevard, Suite B259
Honolulu, HI, 96817
(808) 528-3058
efh@epilepsyhawaii.org
http://www.epilepsyhawaii.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find out the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc in Hawaii
3989 Diamond Head Road
Honolulu, HI, 96816
(808) 737-7995
info@thearcinhawaii.org
http://www.thearcinhawaii.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Hawaii
200 N. Vineyard Boulevard, Suite 310
Honolulu, HI, 96817
(800) 533-9684 (in HI)
(808) 536-9684 (V/TTY);
LDAH@LDAHawaii.org
http://www.ldahawaii.org
Mediation
Hawaii Department of Education
Special Education Section
1390 Miller St.
Honolulu, HI, 96813
(808) 586-3230
http://www.hawaiipublicschools.org
Mental Health
Behavioral Health Administration
Department of Health
1250 Punchbowl Street
Honolulu, HI, 96813
(808) 586-4416
webmail@doh.hawaii.gov
http://health.hawaii.gov/
Adult Mental Health Division
1250 Punchbowl Street, Room 256
Honolulu, HI, 96813
(808) 586-4770
http://www.amhd.org
Mental Health America of Hawaii
1136 Union Mall, Suite 510
Honolulu, HI, 96813
(808) 521-1846
http://www.mentalhealth-hi.org
NAMI Hawaii, National Alliance on Mental Illness
770 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 613
Honolulu, HI, 96813
(808) 591-1297
info@namihawaii.org
http://www.namihawaii.org/
Hawaii Families as Allies, Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
99-209 Moanalua Road, Suite 305
PO Box 1971
Aiea, HI, 96701
(808) 682-1511
hfaa@hfaa.net
http://hifamilies.org
Mental Health – Youth
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Division
Department of Health
3627 Kilauea Avenue, Suite 101
Honolulu, HI, 96816
(808) 733-9339
http://health.hawaii.gov
Parent Organization
Special Parent Information Network (SPIN)
1010 Richards Street, Room 118
Honolulu, Hawaii, 96813
(808) 586-8126 (V/TTY)
spin@doh.hawaii.gov
http://www.spinhawaii.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Hawaii State Parent Teacher Student Association
PO Box 96782
Honolulu, HI, 96782
(808) 943-2042
histateptsa@gmail.com
http://www.hawaiistateptsa.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Hawaii Parent Training and Information Center
Learning Disabilities Association of Hawaii
245 N. Kukui St., Ste 205
Honolulu, HI, 96817
(800) 533-9684 (in HI)
(808) 536-9684 (V/TTY)
nmoore@LDAHawaii.org
http://www.ldahawaii.org
Protection & Advocacy
Hawaii Disability Rights Center
1132 Bishop Street, Suite 2102
Honolulu, HI, 96813
(808) 949-2922 (V/TTY)
info@HawaiiDisabilityRights.org
http://www.HawaiiDisabilityRights.org
Relay Services
(808) 643-8255 (V)
(808) 643-8833 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Student Support Services Branch
Hawaii Department of Education
637 18th Avenue, Room C-101B
Honolulu, HI, 96816
(808) 733-4400
paul_ban@notes.k12.hi.us
http://www.hawaiipublicschools.org
Special Format Library
Hawaii State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
402 Kapahulu Avenue
Honolulu, HI, 96815
(808) 733-8444
(808) 733-8446
(808) 733-8444 (TTY)
http://www.librarieshawaii.org/
Special Health Care Needs
Children with Special Health Needs Program
Department of Health
741 Sunset Avenue
Honolulu, HI, 96816
(808) 733-9055 (V/TTY)
http://health.hawaii.gov/
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Hawaii Speech-Language-Hearing Association
P.O. Box 235888
Honolulu, HI, 96823
(808) 528-4742
hsha_membership@yahoo.com
http://www.hsha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://portal.ehawaii.gov/
Transition Services
Special Education Section, Student Support Services Branch
Hawaii Department of Education
637 18th Avenue, Room C-102
Honolulu, HI, 96816
(808) 733-4832
maxine_nagamine@notes.k12.hi.us
http://www.autismspeaks.org
UCEDD
Pacific Basin Program
University of Hawaii, Center on Disability Studies
1776 University Avenue, UA 4-6
Honolulu, HI, 96822
(808) 956-2303
robertsk@hawaii.edu
http://www.hawaii.edu/cds
Vocational Rehabilitation
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Human Services
600 Kapi’olani Blvd. #305
Honolulu , HI, 96813
(808) 586-9745
smitchell@dhs.hawaii.gov
http://humanservices.hawaii.gov/vr
Other
Easter Seals Hawaii
710 Green Street
Honolulu, HI, 96813
(888) 241-7450
(808) 536-1015 (V/TTY)
http://www.eastersealshawaii.org
Disability and Communication Access Board
919 Ala Moana Boulevard, Room 101
Honolulu, HI, 96814-4920
(808) 586-8121 (V/TTY)
dcab@doh.hawaii.gov
http://www.hawaii.gov/health/dcab
ADA Center
Northwest ADA Center
Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation
University of Washington
6912 220th St SW, #105
Mountlake Terrace, WA, 98043
(425) 248-2480 (V/TTY)
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
dbtacnw@u.washington.edu
http://www.nwadacenter.org
Assistive Technology
Idaho Center for Assistive Technology
Center on Disability & Human Development
University of Idaho
1187 Alturas Dr
Moscow, ID 83843
idahoat@uidaho.edu
http://idahoat.org
Autism
Autism Society of America, Treasure Valley Chapter
PO Box 44831
Boise, ID, 83711
(208) 336-5676
autism.asatvc@yahoo.com
http://www.asatvc.org
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
2-1-1 Idaho CareLine
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID, 83720-0026
(800) 926-2588; or dial 2-1-1
careline@dhw.idaho.gov
http://www.idahocareline.org
D D Council
Idaho Council on Developmental Disabilities
700 W. State St.
Boise, ID, 83702
(208) 334-2178
info@icdd.idaho.gov
http://www.icdd.idaho.gov
Developmental Disabilities
Division of Family and Community Services
Department of Health and Welfare
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID, 83720-0036
(208) 334-5536
cardwellc@dhw.idaho.gov
http://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Idaho
310 W. Idaho
Boise, ID, 83702
(208) 344-4340
(800) 237-6676 (In ID)
efid@epilepsyidaho.org
http://www.epilepsyidaho.org
Early Intervention
Children’s Developmental Services
Family and Community Services
Department of Health and Welfare
P.O. Box 83720
450 W. State Street, 5th Floor
Boise, ID, 83720-0036
(208) 334-5514
(800) 926-2588
jonesm@dhw.idaho.gov
http://www.infanttoddler.idaho.gov
Bureau of Special Population Services
Idaho Department of Education
650 West State Street
Boise, ID, 83720-0027
(208) 332-6800
rhenderson@sde.idaho.gov
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/special_edu/
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find out the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Learning Disabilities
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
Ross Edmunds, Administrator, 208-334-6997
www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
Mediation
Idaho Commission on Human Rights
317 W Main St., Second Floor
Boise, ID, 83735-0660
(208) 334-2873/(888) 249-7025
https://humanrights.idaho.gov/mediation.html
Mental Health
Adult and Children’s Mental Health Programs
Division of Family and Community Services
Department of Health and Welfare
P.O. Box 83720-5th Floor
Boise, ID, 83720-0036
(208) 334-0969
http://www2.state.id.us/dhw/mentalhealth/
NAMI-Idaho, National Alliance on Mental Illness
idahonami@gmail.com; http://www.nami.org/sites/NAMIIDAHO
manager@namiboise.org; http://www.namiboise.org/
Jannus (formerly Mountain States Group)
Main Office
1607 W. Jefferson
Boise, ID, 83702
(208) 336-5533
ktucker@jannus.org
www.jannus.org
Mental Health – Youth
Children’s Mental Health
Division of Behavioral Health
Department of Health and Welfare
P.O. Box 83720-3rd Floor
Boise, ID, 83720-0036
(208) 334-6559
halligan@dhw.idaho.gov
http://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Idaho PTA
1655 W Fairview #109
Boise, ID, 83702
(208) 344-0851
idahopta@idahopta.org
http://www.idahopta.net
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Idaho Parents Unlimited, Inc. (IPUL)
500 S 8th St.
Boise, ID, 83702
(208) 342-5884 (V/TTY)
(800) 242-4785 (in ID only)
parents@ipulidaho.org
http://ipulidaho.org
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Idaho
4477 Emerald Street, Suite B-100
Boise, ID, 83706-2066
(208) 336-5353 (V/TTY)
(866) 262-3462
info@disabilityrightsidaho.org
http://www.disabilityrightsidaho.org
Relay Services
(800) 377-1363 (V)
(800) 377-3529 (TTY/ASCII); 711 (TTY)
(888) 791-3004 (Speech to Speech)
(866) 252-0684 (Spanish)
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Idaho Speech, Language, Hearing Association (ISHA)
P.O. Box 603
Mountain Home, ID, 83647
(208) 599-2536
http://www.idahosha.org
Special Education
Idaho Department of Education
650 W State St.
Boise, ID, 83702
(208) 332-6800
info@sde.idaho.gov
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/special_edu/
Special Format Library
(for individuals with visual and/or physical disabilities)
Idaho Commission for Libraries
325 W. State Street
Boise, ID, 83702
(208) 334-2150
sue.walker@libraries.idaho.gov
http://libraries.idaho.gov/tbs
Special Health Care Needs
Children’s Special Health Program
Bureau of Clinical and Preventive Services
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID, 83720-0036
(208) 334-5962
scogginm@dhw.idaho.gov
http://www.cshp.dhw.idaho.gov
State Division of Professional Technical Education
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID, 83720-0095
(208) 334-3216
astephens@pte.idaho.gov
http://www.pte.idaho.gov
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.idaho.gov/
Transition Services
Idaho Council on Developmental Disabilities
700 W. State St., Suite 119
Boise, ID, 83702-5868
(208) 334-2178/(800) 544-2433
info@icdd.idaho.gove
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/special_edu/
UCEDD
Idaho Center on Disabilities and Human Development
University of Idaho
College of Education
121 W Sweet Avenue
Moscow, ID, 83843
(208) 885-6000
(800) 393-7290
(800) 432-8324 (TTY)
idahocdhd@uidaho.edu
http://www.idahocdhd.org
Vocational Rehabilitation
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID, 83720-0096
(208) 334-3390 (V/TTY)
http://www.vr.idaho.gov
Other
Summit Assistance Dogs
7575 Chestnut Lane
Anacortes, WA, 98221
(360) 293-5609
info@summitdogs.org
http://www.summitdogs.org/
VSA arts of Idaho (through Idaho Parents Unlimited)
4619 Emerald, Suite E
Boise, ID, 83706
(208) 342-5884
http://ipulidaho.org/
ADA Center
Great Lakes ADA Center
University of Illinois at Chicago
Institute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728)
1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405
Chicago, IL, 60608
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(312) 413-1407 (V/TTY)
adata@adagreatlakes.org
http://www.adagreatlakes.org
Assistive Technology
Illinois Assistive Technology Program
1 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 100
Springfield, IL, 62701
(800) 852-5110 (V/TTY, in IL only)
(217) 522-7985 (V/TTY)
wgunther@iltech.org
http://www.iltech.org
Autism
Illinois Center for Autism
548 South Ruby Lane
Fairview Heights, IL, 62208
(618) 398-7500
info@illinoiscenterforautism.org
https://illinoiscenterforautism.org
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Illinois All Kids
(800) 843-6154
https://www.insurekidsnow.gov
D D Council
Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities
830 S. Spring Street
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 782-9696 (V/TTY)
http://www.state.il.us/agency/icdd/
Developmental Disabilities
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Department of Human Services
319 E. Madison, Suite 4N
Springfield, IL, 62701
(217) 524-7065
http://www.state.il.us/agency/dhs
Early Intervention
Bureau of Early Intervention
Department of Human Services
222 S. College, 2nd Floor
Springfield, IL, 62704
(800) 323-4769 (in IL only)
(217) 782-1981
janet.gully@illinois.gov
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/ei
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation Greater Southern Illinois
3515 N Belt W
Belleville, IL, 62226-5944
(866) 848-0472
(618) 236-2181
https://www.epilepsy.com/greater-southern-illinois
Epilepsy Foundation North/Central Illinois
321 W State St #208
Rockford, IL, 61101-1119
(800) 221-2689
(815) 964-2689
https://www.epilepsy.com/north-central-illinois-iowa-nebraska
Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago
17 N. State, Suite 650
Chicago, IL, 60602
(800) 273-6027
(312) 939-8622
(312) 628-4770(TTY)
info@epilepsychicago.org
http://www.epilepsychicago.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Illinois
18207-A Dixie Highway
Homewood, IL , 60430
(708) 206-1930
tony@thearcofil.org
http://www.thearcofil.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Illinois
10101 S. Roberts Road, Suite 205
Palos Hills, IL, 60465
(708) 430-7532
LDAOFIL@ameritech.net
http://ldaillinois.org/
Mediation
Illinois State Board of Education
Division of Special Education Services
Springfield Office
(217) 782-5589
Chicago Office
(312) 814-5560
https://www.isbe.net
Mental Health
Division of Mental Health
Department of Human Services
110 S Grand Ave E
Springfield, IL 62762
(800)-843-6154
401 S Clinton St
Chicago, IL 60607
(800)-843-6154
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=33007
Mental Health America of Illinois
70 East Lake Street, Suite 900
Chicago , IL, 60601
(312) 368-9070
cwoz@mhai.org
http://www.mhai.org
NAMI Illinois, National Alliance on Mental Illness
218 W. Lawrence
Springfield, IL, 62704
(800) 346-4572
(217) 522-1403
namiil@sbcglobal.net
https://namiillinois.org/
Mental Health – Youth
Division of Mental Health
Department of Human Services
Springfield
(800) 843-6154
Chicago
(800) 843-6154
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29735
Parent Organizations
Family Support Network of Illinois
5739 W. Martindale Lane
Peoria, IL, 61615-9669
(309) 693-8981
fsn@familysupportnetwork.org
http://www.familysupportnetwork.org/
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Illinois Congress of Parents and Teachers
901 S. Spring Street
Springfield, IL, 62704-2790
(800) 877-9617
(217) 528-9617
il_office@pta.org
http://www.illinoispta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Family Resource Center on Disabilities
20 E. Jackson Boulevard, Room 300
Chicago, IL, 60604
(800) 952-4199 (In IL)
(312) 939-3513 (V)
(312) 939-3519 (TDD)
info@frcd.org
http://www.frcd.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Family Matters
Parent Training and Information Center
1901 S. 4th Street, Suite 209
Effingham, IL, 62401
(866) 436-7842
(217) 347-5428 (V/TTY)
deinhorn@fmptic.org; info@fmptic.org
http://www.fmptic.org
Parent-To-Parent
Family Resource Center on Disabilities
20 E. Jackson Boulevard, Suite 300
Chicago, IL, 60604
(800) 952-4199 (In IL)
(312) 939-3513
info@frcd.org
http://www.frcd.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Division of Early Childhood Education
100 N. First Street, C-428
Springfield, IL, 62777-0001
(217) 524-4835
hhenders@isbe.net
http://www.isbe.net
Protection & Advocacy
Equip for Equality, Inc.
20 N. Michigan, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60602
(800) 537-2632 (V)
(312) 341-0022 (V)
(800) 610-2779 (TTY)
contactus@equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
For a listing of resource centers that provide legal or advocacy services at no or low cost, visit: http://www.iser.com/CAadvocacy.html
Relay Services
(800) 526-0857 (V)
(800) 526-0844 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(877) 526-6690 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Illinois State Board of Education
Kate Anderson Foley, Ph.D.
Assistant Superintendent/State Director of Special Education
(217)-782-4870- Springfield
(312)-814-5560- Chicago
https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Special-Education-Programs.aspx
Special Format Library
Illinois State Library
Talking Book and Braille Service
401 E. Washington
Springfield, IL, 62701
(800) 665-5576 ext. 5 (in IL)
(217) 782-9435
(888) 261-5280 (TTY)
sruda@ilsos.net
http://www.ilbph.org
Special Health Care Needs
Division of Specialized Care for Children
University of Illinois at Chicago
3135 Old Jacksonville Road
Springfield, IL, 62704-6488
(217) 558-2350
http://www.uic.edu/hsc/dscc/
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Illinois Speech-Language-Hearing Association
35 East Wacker Dr., Suite 850
Chicago, IL 60601-2106
(312) 644-0828
ckeillor@bostrom.com
http://www.ishail.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.state.il.us/
Technical Support to Schools
Midwest PBiS Network
2900 Ogden Ave
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 620-9032
support@midwestpbis.org
http://www.midwestpbis.org/
On Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports
Illinois Statewide Technical Assistance Center
PBIS Network
Chicago: (312) 814-2220
Springfield: (217) 782-4321
https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Positive-Behavioral-Intervention.aspx
Transition Services
Illinois State Board of Education
Springfield
(217) 782-4321/(866) 262-6663
(312) 814-2220
https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Special-Education-Indicator-13.aspx
UCEDD
Institute on Disability and Human Development (M/C 626)
Department of Disability and Human Development
University of Illinois at Chicago
1640 W. Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL, 60608
(312) 413-1647
dhd@uic.edu
http://ahs.uic.edu/disability-human-development/
Vocational Education, Disabilities
Illinois State Board of Education
100 N. First Street
Springfield, IL, 62777-0001
(217) 782-4620
http://www.isbe.net
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Department of Human Services
Check website for local offices
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29736
Other
Pathways Awareness
150 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 2100
Chicago, IL, 60601
(800) 955-2445
(800) 326-8154 (TTY)
friends@pathways.org
http://www.pathways.org
Variety – The Children’s Charity of Illinois
1001 W 75th St. #153
Woodridge, IL 60517
501c3 #36-1908475
312-822-0660
info@varietyofillinois.org
ADA Center
Great Lakes ADA Center
University of Illinois at Chicago
Institute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728)
1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405
Chicago, IL, 60608
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(312) 413-1407 (V/TTY)
http://www.adagreatlakes.org
Assistive Technology
Easter Seals
INDATA Project
Assistive Technology Services
4740 Kingsway Dr
Indianapolis, IN, 46205
(317) 466-2013
(888) 466-1314
tech@eastersealscrossroads.org
http://www.eastersealstech.com/about/the-indiana-assistive-technology-indata-project/
Autism
Autism Society of Indiana
3951 N. Meridian St, Ste 220
Inianapolis, IN, 46208
(800) 609-8449
info@inautism.org
http://www.inautism.org
Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA)
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
Indiana’s University Center for Excellence on Disabilities
Indiana University
1905 North Range Road
Bloomington, IN, 47408-2696
(812) 855-6508
(812) 855-9396 (TTY)
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/irca
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Hoosier Healthwise
Children’s Health Insurance Program
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
402 W. Washington Street, Room 382, MS07
Indianapolis, IN, 46204-2739
(800) 889-9949
https://www.insurekidsnow.gov/coverage/in/index.html
D D Council
Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities
402 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(317) 332-7770
GPCPD@gpcpd.org
http://www.IN.gov/gpcpd/
Developmental Disabilities
Family and Social Services Administration
402 W Washington St., #W451
PO Box 7083, MS26
Indianapolis, IN, 46207-7083
(800) 545-7763
http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/2639.htm
Early Intervention
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services
Bureau of Child Development Services (BCDS)
402 W. Washington Street, Room W-386
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(800) 545-7763
FirstStepsWeb@fssa.in.gov
http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/4655.htm
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Indiana
3901 W. 86th Street, Suite 380
Indianapolis, IN, 46268
(800) 526-6618
(317) 876-0600
info@indianaepilepsyfoundation.org
http://indianaepilepsyfoundation.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V);
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find out the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Indiana
107 N. Pennsylvania, Suite 800
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(317) 977-2375
http://www.arcind.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Indiana
176 W. Logan St., #158
Noblesville, IN 46060
useemlda@gmail.com
https://ldaamerica.org/lda-chapters/indiana/
Mediation
Indiana Department of Education
Center for Exceptional Learners
115 Washington Street – South Tower, Ste 600
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(317) 232-0570
specialeducation@doe.in.gov
www.doe.in.gov/specialed/special-education-due-process
Mental Health
Division of Mental Health and Addiction
Family and Social Services Administration
402 W. Washington Street, Room W353
Indianapolis, IN, 46204-2739
(317) 232-7845
http://www.IN.gov/fssa
Mental Health America in Indiana
1431 N. Delaware Street
Indianapolis, IN, 46202
(800) 555-6424 (in IN only)
(317) 638-3501
http://www.mhai.net
NAMI Indiana, National Alliance on Mental Illness
P.O. Box 22697
Indianapolis, IN, 46222-0697
(800) 677-6442
(317) 925-9399
info@namiindiana.org
http://www.namiindiana.org
Mental Health – Youth
Children’s Services Bureau
Division of Mental Health and Addiction
Family and Social Services Administration
402 W. Washington Street, Room W353
Indianapolis, IN, 46204-2772
(317) 232-7934
kevin.moore@fssa.in.gov
http://www.IN.gov/fssa
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Indiana Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
2525 N. Shadeland Avenue, D-4
Indianapolis, IN, 46219-1787
(317) 357-5881
info@indianapta.org
http://www.indianapta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
IN*SOURCE
1703 S. Ironwood Drive
South Bend, IN, 46613
(800) 332-4433 (In IN)
(574) 234-7101 (V/TTY);
insource@insource.org
http://www.insource.org
P2P at About Special Kids, Inc.
7172 Graham Road, Suite 100
Indianapolis, IN, 46250
(317) 257-8683
(800) 964-4746
familynetw@aboutspecialkids.org
http://www.aboutspecialkids.org
Family Voices Indiana
4060 W 400 S
Lebanon, IN, 46052
(317) 944-8982
info@fvindiana.org
http://www.fvindiana.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Indiana Department of Education
South Tower, Suite 600
115 W. Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(317) 232-0570
(877) 851-4106
specialeducation@doe.in.gov
http://www.doe.in.gov/specialed
Protection & Advocacy
Indiana Disability Rights
Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services
4701 N. Keystone Ave., Suite 222
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(317) 722-5555
(800) 622-4845
info@indianadisabilityrights.org
http://www.in.gov/idr/2523.htm
Partners in Policymaking
c/o Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities
150 W. Market Street, Suite 628
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(317) 232-7770
PIP@gpcpd.org
http://www.in.gov/gpcpd/
Relay Services
(800) 743-3333 (V)
(800) 743-3333 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(877) 743-8231 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Indiana Department of Education
Division of Exceptional Learners
115 W. Washington St – South Tower, Ste 600
Indianapolis, IN, 46204-2798
(317) 232-0570
specialeducation@doe.in.gov
http://www.doe.in.gov/specialed
Special Format Library
Indiana State Library
Talking Books
140 N. Senate Avenue
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(800) 622-4970
(317) 232-3684
(317) 232-7763 (TTY)
lbph@library.in.gov
http://www.in.gov/library/tbbl.htm
Special Health Care Needs
Maternal & Children’s Special Health Care Services Division
Indiana State Department of Health
2 N. Meridian Street, Suite 7B
Indianapolis, IN, 46204
(800) 475-1355
(317) 233-1351
http://www.in.gov/isdh/19571.htm
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Indiana Speech-Language-Hearing Association, ISHA
3125 Dandy Trail, Ste 110,
Indianapolis, IN 46214
(317) 916-4146
http://www.islha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.in.gov
Transition Services
Center on Community Living and Careers
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
University Center for Excellence
Indiana University
2853 E. Tenth Street
Bloomington, IN, 47408
(812) 855-6508
tgrossi@indiana.edu
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu/
UCEDD
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
Indiana University
1905 North Range Road
Bloomington, IN, 47408-2696
(812) 855-6508
(812) 855-9396 (TTY)
iidc@indiana.edu
http://www.iidc.indiana.edu
Vocational Education
Department of Career and Technical Education
10 N. Senate Avenue, Room 212
Indianapolis, IN, 46204-2277
(317) 234-4106
cguidry@dwd.in.gov
www.in.gov/dwd/2415.htm
Bureau of Rehabilitation Services
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration
Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services
402 W. Washington Street, Room W453
P.O. Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN, 46207-7083
(800) 545-7763
(317) 234-4475
michael.hedden@fssa.in.gov
http://www.IN.gov/fssa/
Other
Easter Seals Wayne/Union Counties
4740 Kingsway Dr.
Indianapolis, IN 46205
(317) 466-1000
http://eastersealscrossroads.org
* If your child is on a waiver program in your state you may want to check for respite changes. This is for Indiana Families.
BDDS will temporarily allow respite care services to be provided by paid family caregivers, including parent(s), stepparent(s), and legal guardian(s).
BDDS will temporarily allow for PAC, community habilitation and RHS to be provided to a minor by relatives, including parent(s), stepparent(s), and legal guardian(s) beyond 40 hours per week.You will need to check with your respite provider to make sure you qualify. Not all agencies are doing it.
Hannah and Friends: (Regional – Indiana, the Michiana area, New York, Rhode Island, and Florida.) Provide quality of life grants for families with individuals with developmental disabilities.
ADA Center
Great Plains ADA Center
100 Corporate Lake Drive
Columbia, MO, 65203
(800) 949-4232
http://www.gpadacenter.org/
Assistive Technology
Iowa Program for Assistive Technology
Center for Disabilities and Development
100 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA, 52242-1011
(319) 356-1434
IPAT@uiowa.edu
http://www.iowaat.org/
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
hawk-i Program
P.O. Box 71336
Des Moines, IA, 50325-9958
(800) 257-8563
https://dhs.iowa.gov/ime/about/stateplan/CHIP
Early Intervention & Preschool, Disabilities
Iowa Department of Education
400 E. 14th Street
Des Moines, IA 50319
(515) 281-5294
https://www.educateiowa.gov/pk-12/early-childhood/early-childhood-special-education
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation North/Central Illinois, Iowa & Nebraska
321 W State St. #208
Rockford, IL 61101-1119
(815) 964-2689
(800) 221-2689
efncil@efncil.org
http://www.epilepsy.com/north-central-illinois-iowa-nebraska
To find out the contact information for centers for
INDEPENDENT LIVING (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
(202) 207-0334 (V)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.thearcofiowa.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Iowa
5665 Greendale Rd, Suite D
Johnston, IA, 50131
(515) 280-8558
http://ldaiowa.org/
Mental Health
NAMI Iowa
3839 Merle Hay Rd., Suite 229
Des Moines, IA 50310
(800) 950-6264
(515) 254-0417
lori@iffcmh.org
http://www.namiiowa.org
Mental Health – Youth
State Mental Health Agency/State DD Program
Mental Health and Disabilities Services
Department of Human Services
Hoover State Office Building, 5th Floor
1305 E. Walnut Street
Des Moines, IA, 50319-0114
(515) 242-6845
mmohrha@dhs.state.ia.us
http://www.dhs.iowa.gov/mhds/mental-health
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Iowa
400 E. Court Ave, Suite 300
Des Moines, IA, 50309
(800) 779-2502
(515) 278-2502
info@DRIowa.org
http://disabilityrightsiowa.org/
Special Health Care Needs
Health Information Center of Iowa
321 E. 6th Street
Des Moines, IA, 50309
(800) 450-8667
(515) 243-1713
(800) 735-2942 (Relay in IA)
f2finfo@askresource.org
http://www.uihealthcare.com/chsc
Special Format Library
Iowa Department for the Blind
Library Services
524 Fourth Street
Des Moines, IA, 50309-2364
(800) 362-2587
(515) 281-1333
contact@blind.state.ia.us
https://blind.iowa.gov/library
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state
agencies and information, including how to contact your governor
and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.iowa.gov
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Iowa
401 NE 66th Ave
Des Moines, IA, 50313
(515) 289-1933
info@eastersealsia.org
http://www.easterseals.com/ia/
Angelman Syndrome Foundation
75 Executive Drive, Suite 327
Aurora, IL 60504
Tel. 800-432-6435
ADA Center
Great Plains ADA Center
100 Corporate Lake Drive
Columbia, MO, 65203
adacenter@missouri.edu
http://www.gpadacenter.org/
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology for Kansans Project
(campuses in Lawrence, Kansas City, Overland Park, Wichita and Salina)
1450 Jayhawk Blvd.
Lawrence, KS, 66045
http://atk.ku.edu/
Autism
Autism Society of the Heartland
P.O. Box 860984
Shawnee, KS, 66286
http://www.asaheartland.org
CHIP
(Health care for low-income uninsured children)
(785) 368-1515/(800) 792-4884
http://www.kdheks.gov/hcf/Medicaid/about.html
D D Council
Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities
Docking State Office Building, Room 141
915 S.W. Harrison Street
Topeka, KS, 66612-1570
http://www.kcdd.org
Developmental Disabilities
Department for Children and Families
Docking State Office Building
915 SW Harrison Street, 9th Floor
Topeka, KS, 66612-1570
http://www.dcf.ks.gov/Services/RS/Pages/default.aspx
Early Intervention
Children’s Developmental Services
Kansas Department of Health and Environment
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 220
Topeka, KS, 66612-1274
http://www.kdheks.gov/cds/index.html
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Kansas and Western Missouri
St. Louis, MO
(314) 781-4949/(800) 264-6970
Kansas City, MO
(816) 444-2800/(844) 415-7152
epilepsy@efmk.org
https://efmk.org/
Independent Living
ILRU
(713) 520-0232
Check website or email for local resources
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/KS
National Council on Independent Living
(877) 525-3400
Check website or email for local resources
http://www.ncil.org/
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
TARC
2701 S.W. Randolph
Topeka, KS, 66611
http://www.tarcinc.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Kansas
2618 SW Arvonia Place
Topeka, KS 66614
http://ldaamerica.org/lda-chapters/kansas/
Mental Health
Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas
555 N. Woodlawn, Suite 3105
Wichita, KS, 67208
http://www.mhasck.org
NAMI Kansas
501 SW Jackson St., Suite 400
Topeka, KS 66601
(800) 539-2660
info@namikansas.org
https://namikansas.org/
Mediation
Kansas State Department of Education
Special Education Services
900 SW Jackson St.
Topeka, KS 66612
(785) 296-7454/(800) 203-9462
http://www.ksde.org/Agency/Division-of-Learning-Services/Early-Childhood-Special-Education-and-Title-Services/Special-Education/Legal-Special-Education/Dispute-Resolution
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Kansas Congress of Parents and Teachers
715 SW 10th St.
Topeka, KS, 66612-1686
http://www.kansas-pta.org/
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Families Together, Inc.
3033 W. Second, Suite 106
Wichita, KS, 67203
http://www.familiestogetherinc.org/
Partners in Policymaking
Kansas Developmental Disabilities Council
Docking State Office Building, Room 141
915 SW Harrison Street
Topeka, KS, 66612-1570
http://www.kcdd.org/
Preschool, Disabilities
Early Childhood
Kansas State Department of Education
900 SW Jackson St.
Topeka, KS, 66612-1182
http://www.ksde.org/Agency/Division-of-Learning-Services/Early-Childhood-Special-Education-and-Title-Services/Early-Childhood
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Center of Kansas
635 SW Harrison Street, Suite 100
Topeka, KS, 66603
http://www.drckansas.org/
Relay Services
(800) 766-3777 (V)
(800) 766-3777 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(866) 305-1344 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Special Education Services
Kansas State Department of Education
900 SW Jackson St.
Topeka, KS, 66612-1182
http://www.ksde.org/Agency/Division-of-Learning-Services/Early-Childhood-Special-Education-and-Title-Services/Special-Education
Special Format Library
Kansas State Library Talking Book Service
1 Kellogg Circle
PO Box 4055
Emporia, KS 66801-5415
http://kslib.info/153/Talking-Books
Special Health Care Needs
Services for Children with Special Health Care Needs
Department of Health and Environment
1000 SW Jackson Street, Suite 220
Topeka, KS, 66612-1274
Find regional offices:
http://www.kdheks.gov/shcn/
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Kansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association
6001 Cherokee Drive
Fairway, KS, 66205
http://www.ksha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.kansas.gov
UCEDD
Kansas University Center on Developmental Disabilities
University of Kansas
1052 Robert Dole Human Development Center
Lawrence, KS, 66045
(785) 864-4295
https://kucdd.ku.edu
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Academic and Technical Education
Kansas State Department of Education
(785) 296-7935
jscott@ksde.org
http://www.ksde.org/Agency/Division-of-Learning-Services/Career-Standards-and-Assessment-Services/CSAS-Home/Career-Technical-Education-CTE
Other Organizations
Goodwill Industries Easter Seals of Kansas, Inc.
3500 SW 10th Ave.
Topeka, KS 66604-1904
(785) 272-4060
http://www.easterseals.com/capper/
Kansas Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children
krasmussen@nkesc.org
http://community.cec.sped.org/ks/home
Special Olympics Kansas
5280 Foxridge Drive
Mission, KS, 66202
(913) 236-9290
kso@ksso.org
Check website for regional offices and contacts
http://ksso.org/
ADA Center
Southeast ADA Center
1419 Mayson Street NE
Atlanta, GA, 30324
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)
ADAsoutheast@law.syr.edu
http://www.adasoutheast.org
Assistive Technology
Kentucky Assistive Technology Service (KATS) Network
Charles McDowell Center
200 Juneau Drive – Ste 200
Louisville KY, 40234
(800) 327-5287 (V/TTY, in KY)
(502) 429-4484 (V/TTY);
http://www.katsnet.org
Autism
Autism Society of the Bluegrass
1405 E. Burnett Ave
Louisville, KY 40217
(502) 852-4631
(800) 334-8635
http://www.asbg.org
Kentucky Autism Training Center
College of Education and Human Development
University of Louisville
1405 E. Burnett Ave
Louisville, KY 40217
(502) 852-4631
(800) 334-8635
www.louisville.edu/education/kyautismtraining
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
KCHIP
Cabinet for Health and Family Services
Office of the Secretary
275 E. Main Street
Frankfort, KY, 40621
(877) 524-4718
(800) 662-5397 (Spanish)
(877) 524-4719 (TTY)
http://www.kidshealth.ky.gov/
D D Council
Commonwealth Council on Developmental Disabilities
32 Fountain Place
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(877) 367-5332
https://councilondd.org/
Developmental Disabilities
The Council on Developmental Disabilities
1151 So. Fourth St
Louisville, KY 40202
502-584-1239
info@councilondd.org
www.councilondd.org
Early Intervention
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and
Human Services
312 Whittington Parkway
Louisville, KY, 40222
(502) 429-1249
(800) 442-0087
http://chfs.ky.gov/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Kentuckiana
982 Eastern Parkway
Louisville, KY, 40217
(866) 275-1078
(502) 637-4440
http://www.efky.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V);
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
To find out the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V);
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Kentucky
706 E. Main, Suite A
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(800) 281-1272
(502) 875-5225
arcofky@aol.com
http://arcofky.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Kentucky, Inc.
2210 Goldsmith Lane, Suite 118
Louisville, KY, 40218
(502) 473-1256
LDAofky@yahoo.com
http://www.LDAofky.org
Mediation
Office of Teaching and Learning
Division of Learning Services
300 Sower Blvd., 5th floor
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(502) 564-4970
http://www.education.ky.gov
Mental Health
Department for Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities and Addiction Services
Cabinet for Health and Family Services
100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4E-B
Frankfort, KY, 40621-0001
(502) 564-4527
http://dbhdid.ky.gov/kdbhdid/default.aspx
Children’s Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
275 E. Main St. 4WG
Frankfort, KY, 40621
(502) 564-4456
beth.jordan@ky.gov
http://dbhdid.ky.gov/dbh/children.aspx
Mental Health America of Kentucky
120 Sears Avenue, Suite 213
Louisville, KY, 40207
(888) 705-0463
(502) 893-0460
mhaky@mhaky.org
http://www.mhaky.org
Mental Health Association of Northern Kentucky
605 Madison Avenue
Covington, KY, 41011
(859) 431-1077
mhanky@mhanky.org
http://www.mhanky.org
NAMI Kentucky
Main Office
2441 S Hwy. 27
Somerset, KY 42501
(606) 677-4066
(800) 257-5081
http://namiky.org
Kentucky Mental Health Coalition
120 Sears Avenue, Suite 212
Louisville, KY, 40207
(502) 894-0222
actionoffice@bellsouth.net
http://www.advocacyaction.net
Kentucky Partnership for Families and Children
207 Holmes Street, First Floor
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(800) 369-0533
(502) 875-1320
https://kypartnership.org/
Mental Health – Youth
Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services
275 E. Main St.
Frankfort, KY, 40621
(502) 564-4456
beth.jordan@ky.gov
http://dbhdid.ky.gov/dbh/children.aspx
Parent Organizations
Kentucky Health and Family Services
Parent Advocacy
275 E. Main St.
Frankfort, KY, 40621
(800) 372-2973
https://councilondd.org/cms-view-page.php?page=family-support
Kentucky Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
P.O. Box 654
Frankfort, KY, 40602-0654
(502) 226-6607
KentuckyPTA@bellsouth.net
http://www.kypta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Kentucky Special Parent Involvement Network (KY-SPIN)
801 N. 29th St
Paducah, KY 42001
270-444-9687
http://www.kyspin.com
Preschool, Disabilities
Division of Early Childhood Development
Department of Education
500 Mero Street, Capital Plaza Tower
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(502) 564-8341
http:// www.education.ky.gov
Protection & Advocacy
Kentucky Protection and Advocacy
100 Fair Oaks Lane, Third Floor
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(800) 372-2988 (V/TTY in KY)
(502) 564-2967
http://kypa.net/
State Coordinator for the Americans with Disabilities Act
500 Mero Street
Capital Plaza Tower, 2nd Floor
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(502) 564-3850
norbj.ryan@ky.gov
http://ada.ky.gov
Relay Services
(800) 648-6057 (V)
(800) 648-6056 (TTY/ASCII); 711 (TTY)
(888) 244-6111 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Division of Learning Services
Kentucky Department of Education
500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(502) 564-4970
http://education.ky.gov/specialed/excep/Pages/default.aspx
Special Format Library
Kentucky Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
300 Coffee Tree Road
PO Box 537
Frankfort, KY, 40602-0818
(800) 372-2968
(502) 564-8300
KTBL.Mail@ky.gov
www.kdla.ky.gov/librarians/talkingbook/pages/default.aspx
Special Health Care Needs
Commission for Children with Special Health Care Needs
310 Whittington Parkway, Suite 200
Louisville, KY, 40222
(502) 429-4430
(800) 232-1160
CCSHCNWebPage@ky.gov
www.chs.ky.gov/ccshcn
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Kentucky Speech-Language-Hearing Association
838 East High Street, Suite 263
Lexington, KY, 40502
(800) 837-2446
kshaoffice@ksha.info
http://ksha.info
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://kentucky.gov/
Transition Services
Office of Teaching & Learning
Division of Learning Services
300 Sower Blvd., 5th floor
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(502) 564-4970
http://education.ky.gov/
UCEDD
University of Kentucky UCE
Human Development Institute
Office of the Vice President for Research
University of Kentucky
126 Mineral Industries Building
Lexington, KY, 40506-0051
(859) 257-1714
http://www.hdi.uky.edu
Vocational Rehabilitation
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Education and Workforce Development Cabinet
Department of Workforce Investment
275 East Main St, Mail Stop 2E-K
Frankfort, KY 40621
(502) 564-4440
WFD.VOCREHAB@ky.gov
http://ovr.ky.gov
Office of Career and Technical Education
300 Sower Blvd., 5th floor
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(502) 564-4286
http://www.education.ky.gov/CTE
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Kentucky
2050 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY, 40504
800) 888-5377
(859) 254-5701
http://www.cardinalhill.org
Kentucky Disabilities Coalition
859 E. Main St. A
Frankfort, KY, 40601
(502) 875-1871
United Way 2-1-1
100 Midland Ave, Ste 300
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 233-4460
http://www.uwbg.org
Kentucky Education Rights Center, Inc.
256 Abbey Rd.
Versailles, KY, 40383
(859) 983-9222
VSA arts of Kentucky
515 E. 10th Ave.
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(207) 781-0872
director@vsartsky.org
http://vsartsky.org
ADA Center
Southwest ADA Center
2323 S. Shepherd, #1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.southwestada.org
Assistive Technology
Louisiana Assistive Technology Access Network
P.O. Box 14115
Baton Rouge, LA, 70898
http://www.latan.org
Autism
Autism Society of Louisiana
P.O. Box 80162
Baton Rouge, LA, 70898
http://www.lastateautism.org
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Louisiana Children’s Health Insurance Program
LaCHIP Processing Office
628 N. 4th Street
P. O. Bo 629
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-0629
http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/page/222
D D Council
Louisiana Developmental Disabilities Council
P.O. Box 3455
Baton Rouge, LA, 70821-3455
swinchel@dhh.la.gov
http://www.laddc.org
Developmental Disabilities
Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities
P.O. Box 3117, Bin 21
Baton Rouge, LA, Baton Rouge
http://www.dhh.louisiana.gov
Early Intervention
Louisiana Part C Early Intervention
Office for Citizens with Developmental Disabilities
Louisiana Department of Health & Hospitals
P.O. Box 3117, Bin 21, 682 N. 4th Street
Baton Rouge, LA, 70802
http://www.earlysteps.dhh.louisiana.gov
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Louisiana
3701 Canal Street, Suite H
New Orleans, LA, 70119
http://www.epilepsylouisiana.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
2013 H St. NW – 6th Floor
Washington, DC, 20006
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Louisiana
8336 Kelwood Drive
Baton Rouge, LA, 70806
http://www.thearcla.org
Learning Disabilities
Division of Educational Improvement and Assistance
Louisiana Department of Education
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA, 70804-9064
http://www.louisianabelieves.com/academics/students-with-disabilities
Mediation
Dispute Resolution
Louisiana Department of Education
1201 North Third Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5243
http://www.louisianabelieves.com/academics/students-with-disabilities/dispute-resolution
Mental Health
Office of Behavioral Health
Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals
628 N. 4th Street, 4th Floor
P.O. Box 4049
Baton Rouge, LA, 70821-4049
http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/subhome/10
Mental Health America of Louisiana
660 N. Foster Drive, Suite C-201
Baton Rouge, LA, 70806
http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/mental-health-america-louisiana
NAMI Louisiana, National Alliance on Mental Illness
P.O. Box 40517
Baton Rouge, LA, 70835
(866) 851-6264
http://www.namilouisiana.org
Louisiana Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
5627 Superior Drive, Suite #2
Baton Rouge, LA, 70816-6085
(225) 293-3508
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
(Serving greater New Orleans area)
Pyramid Community Parent Resource Center
3132 Napoleon Avenue
New Orleans, LA, 70125
http://www.pyramidparentcenter.org
Families Helping Families of Louisiana
(a statewide network of ten regional family resource centers)
100 Benman Rd. Lafayette, LA 70506
Lafayette, LA 70506
http://www.fhfla.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Louisiana Parent-Teacher Association
9151 Interline Avenue, suite 1A
Baton Rouge, LA, 70809
http://www.louisianapta.org/
Preschool, Disabilities
Division of Standards, Assessments and Accountability
Louisiana Department of Education
1201 North Third Street
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5243
http://www.louisianabelieves.com/early-childhood/early-childhood-programs
Protection & Advocacy
Advocacy Center
8325 Oak Street
New Orleans, LA, 70118
http://www.advocacyla.org
Relay Services
(800) 947-5277 (V)
(800) 846-5277 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(888) 550-5277 (ASCII)
(888) 272-5530 (Speech to Speech)
(800) 737-1813 (Spanish)
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Louisiana Speech-Language-Hearing Association
8550 United Plaza Boulevard, Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA, 70809
http://www.lsha.org
Special Education
Louisiana Department of Education
1201 North Third Street
P.O. Box 94064
Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5243
http://www.louisianabelieves.com/academics/students-with-disabilities
Special Format Library
State Library of Louisiana
Talking Books
701 N. Fourth Street
Baton Rouge, LA, 70802
http://www.state.lib.la.us/special-services/talking-books
Special Health Care Needs
Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals
Office of Public Health
Children’s Special Health Services
1450 L & A Road
Metairie, LA, 70802
http://new.dhh.louisiana.gov/index.cfm/page/740
Families Helping Families
286 Highway 3185
Thibodaux, LA, 70301
(985) 447-4461
(800) 331-5570
Bayoulandfhf@blfhf.org
http://blfhf.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.louisiana.gov
UCEDD
Louisiana UCEDDERS
LSUHSC- Human Development Center
School of Allied Health Professions
1900 Gravier Street 10th Floor Room 1036
New Orleans, LA, 70112
http://www.hdc.lsuhsc.edu
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Louisiana Workforce Commission
Vocational Rehabilitation Program
1001 N 23rd St
Baton Rouge, LA, 70802
(225) 342-3111
http://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Louisiana
1010 Common St., Suite 2000
New Orleans, LA, 70112-1617
http://www.louisiana.easterseals.com
Special Olympics Louisiana
1000 E. Morris Avenue
Hammond, LA, 70403
http://www.laso.org
Louisiana Occupational Therapy Association
P.O. Box 14806
Baton Rouge, LA, 70898
http://www.lota.org
Louisiana Health and Rehabilitation Center, Inc.
2121 Wooddale, Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA, 70806
http://www.lahealthandrehab.org
Louisiana Citizens for Action Now (LACAN)
Post Office Box 3455
626 Main Street, Suite A
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3455
http://www.lacanadvocates.org
Governor’s Office of Disability Affairs
P.O. Box 94004
Baton Rouge, LA, 70804-9004
(225) 219-7550
(844) 860-1413
disability.affairs@la.gov
http://gov.louisiana.gov/page/disability-affairs
ADA Center
New England ADA Center
180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1
Boston, MA, 02114
http://www.newenglandada.org
Assistive Technology
Maine CITE
225 Western Ave.
Augusta, ME, 04330
(207) 621-3195
Maine Relay 711
Info@mainecite.org
http://mainecite.org/
Career and Technical Education Team
Department of Education
23 State House Station
Augusta, ME, 04333-0023
http://www.maine.gov/education/
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Maine CHIP
442 Civic Center Drive
Augusta, ME, 04333
http://www.medicaid.gov/medicaid-chip-program-information/by-state/maine.html
D D Council
Maine Developmental Disabilities Council
139 State House Station
225 Western Avenue
Augusta, ME, 04333
http://www.maineddc.org
Developmental Disabilities, Adults
Office of Aging and Disability Services
Department of Health and Human Services
41 Anthony Avenue – SHS#11
Augusta, ME 04333-0011
(207) 287-9200
http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/oads/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire & Maine
P.O. Box 1412 – Saco, ME 04072
Headquarters in Boston: 540 Gallivan Blvd, 2nd Floor – Boston, MA, 02124
http://www.epilepsynewengland.org/
Independent Living
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Mediation
Office of Special Services, Due Process
23 State House Station
Augusta, ME, 04333-0023
http://www.maine.gov/education/speced/specserv.htm
Mental Health
Department of Health and Human Services
221 State Street
Augusta, ME, 04333
http://www.maine.gov/dhhs
NAMI Maine, National Alliance on Mental Illness
1 Bangor Street
Augusta, ME, 04330
http://www.namimaine.org
Mental Health – Youth
Children’s Behavioral Health Services
Department of Health and Human Services
2 Anthony Avenue
Augusta, ME, 04333
http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ocfs/cbhs/
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Maine PTA
42 Damon Pasture Lane
Lakeville, ME, 04487
http://www.mainepta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Maine Parent Federation
10 Caldwell Road
P.O. Box 558
Augusta, ME, 04338-2067
http://www.mpf.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Child Development Services
23 State House Station
Augusta, ME, 04333
http://www.maine.gov/doe/cds/
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Center
24 Stone Street, Suite 204
Augusta, ME, 04330
http://www.drcme.org
Relay Services
(800) 457-1220 (V)
(800) 437-1220 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech-English)
(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech-Spanish)
Special Education
Department of Education
Office of Special Services
23 State House Station
Augusta, ME, 04333-0023
http://www.maine.gov/education/speced/specserv.htm
Special Format Library
Library Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Maine State Library
64 State House Station
Augusta, ME, 04333-0064
http://www.maine.gov/msl/outreach
Special Health Care Needs
Department of Health and Human Services
Division of Population Health
286 Water St.
Augusta, ME 04333-0011
(207) 287-5357/(800) 698-3624
toni.g.wall@maine.gov
http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/population-health/mch/cshn/
Maxim Healthcare Services in Portland, Maine
7227 Lee Deforest Drive
Columbia, MD 21046 | 410-910-1500
www.maximhomecare.com
Home Health Care Visiting Nurses in South Maine
15 Industrial Park Road
Saco, Maine 04072
207-284-4566
www.homehealth.org
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Maine Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Strong Elementary School
110 N. Main Street
Strong, ME, 04983
https://mslha.memberclicks.net/
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.maine.gov
Transition Services
U Maine
Maine Autism Institute for Education and Research
5766 Shibles Hall
Orono, ME, 04469
http://umaine.edu
UCEDD
University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
The University of Maine
Center for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies
5717 Corbett Hall
Orono, ME, 04469-5717
http://www.ccids.umaine.edu
Vocational Rehabilitation
Bureau of Rehabilitation Services
Department of Labor
150 State House Station
Augusta, ME, 04333-0150
http://www.maine.gov/rehab/
Other Organizations
Pine Tree Society
Discovering abilities together
149 Front Street
Bath, ME, 04530
http://www.pinetreesociety.org
ADA Center
Mid-Atlantic ADA Center
401 North Washington Street, Suite 450
Rockville, MD, 20805
http://www.adainfo.org
Assistive Technology
Maryland Technology Assistance Program
217 E Redwood Street
Baltimore, MD, 21202
http://mdod.maryland.gov
Autism
Autism Society of Baltimore-Chesapeake Chapter
PO Box 10822
Baltimore, MD, 21234
http://www.bcc-asa.org
Pathfinders for Autism
303 International Circle, suite 110
Hunt Valley, MD, 21030
http://www.pathfindersforautism.org
Career & Technical Education
Division of Career Technology and Adult Learning
200 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD, 21201
(401) 767-0635
jennifer.griffin@maryland.gov
http://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/CTE/careerdevelopment.aspx
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Maryland Children’s Health Program
For referral to your local program call:
https://mmcp.dhmh.maryland.gov/chp/SitePages/Home.aspx
Department of Disabilities
217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1300
Baltimore, MD, 21202
http://www.mdod.maryland.gov
Developmental Disabilities Administration
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
201 W. Preston Street, Room 422C
Baltimore, MD, 21201
http://msa.maryland.gov/msa/mdmanual/16dhmh/html/16agen.html#developmental
Developmental Disabilities Council (DD Council)
Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council
217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1300
Baltimore, MD, 21202
http://www.md-council.org
Early Childhood
Maryland State Department of Education
Special Education
200 W. Baltimore St.
Baltimore, MD, 21201
(410) 767-0238
marcella.franczkowski@maryland.gov
http://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/pages/special-education/index.aspx
Epilepsy
1340 Smith Ave., Suite 200
Baltimore, MD 21209
(800) 332-1000
(301) 9182100
http://www.epilepsy.com/local/maryland
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Maryland, Inc.
121 Cathedral Street, 2B,
Annapolis, MD 21401
http://www.thearcmd.org
Learning Disabilities
LDA Maryland
P.O. Box 744
Dunkirk, MD, 20754
http://www.ldamd.org
Mediation
Office of Administrative Hearings
11101 Gilroy Road
Hunt Valley, MD, 21031
http://www.oah.state.md.us/
Mental Health
Mental Health Association of Maryland
Heaver Plaza
1301 York Road, Suite 505
Lutherville, MD 21093
http://www.mhamd.org
NAMI MD, National Alliance on Mental Illness of Maryland
10630 Little Patuxent Parkway, sSite 475
Columbia, MD, 21044
http://namimd.org
Mental Hygiene Administration
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
201 W. Preston Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
http://dhmh.maryland.gov
Mental Health – Youth
Mental Hygiene Administration
Office of Child and Adolescent Services
Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
201 W. Preston Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
http://phpa.dhmh.maryland.gov/mch/SitePages/child_health.aspx
Parent Organizations
Maryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health
10632 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 119
Columbia, MD, 21044
http://www.mdcoalition.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Maryland PTA
5 Central Avenue
Glen Burnie, MD, 21061
http://www.mdpta.org
Parents’ Place of Maryland, Inc.
801 Cromwell Park Drive, Suite 103
Glen Burnie, MD, 21061
http://www.ppmd.org
Family Support Services, Division of Special Education
Maryland State Department of Education
200 W. Baltimore Street, 9th Floor
Baltimore, MD, 21201
http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/msde/divisions/earlyinterv/infant_toddlers/about/family_support_services.htm
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Maryland
1500 Union Ave., Suite 2000
Baltimore, MD, 21211
(410) 727-6352/(800) 233-7201
http://disabilityrightsmd.org/
Relay Services
(800) 201-7165 (V/TTY)
(800) 735-2258 (TTY/HCO); 711 (TTY)
(888) 826-9673 (VCO)
(800) 785-5630 (Speech to Speech)
(877) 735-5151 (ASCII)
(877) 258-9854 (2-Line VCO)
(800) 877-1264 (Spanish)
(900) 344-3323 (pay per call, English)
(900) 344-4889 (pay per call, Spanish)
Special Education
Maryland State Department of Education
Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services
200 W. Baltimore Street, 9th Floor
Baltimore, MD, 21201-2595
http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/divisions/earlyinterv/
Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services
Student Achievement and Professional Development
200 W. Baltimore Street, 9th Floor
Baltimore, MD, 21201
http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/divisions/earlyinterv/
Special Format Books for Children and Youth
Maryland State Department of Education
200 W Baltimore St.
Baltimore, MD, 21201-2595
(410) 230-2424/(800) 964-9209
reference.desk@maryland.gov
http://marylandpublicschools.org/about/pages/dlds/lbph/index.aspx
Special Health Care Needs
Office for Genetics & People With Special Health Care Needs
201 W. Preston, #421A
Baltimore, MD, 21201
http://phpa.dhmh.maryland.gov/genetics/SitePages/Home.aspx
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Maryland Speech-Language-Hearing Association
P.O. Box 31
Manchester, MD, 21102
(410) 239-7770
office@ mdslha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the
Senate and House:
http://www.maryland.gov
UCEDD
Maryland Center for Developmental Disabilities
Kennedy Krieger Institute
716 N. Broadway, Office 103
Baltimore, MD 21205
http://mcdd.kennedykrieger.org/
Vocational Rehabilitation
Maryland Department of Education
Division of Rehabilitation Services
2301 Argonne Drive
Baltimore, MD, 21218-1696
(410) 554-9442/(888) 554-0334
http://dors.maryland.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Greater Washington-Baltimore Region, Inc.
1420 Spring Street
Silver Spring, MD 20910
http://www.easterseals.com/DCMDVA/
Easter Seals Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore
61 Corporate Circle
New Castle, DE 19720
http://www.de.easterseals.com
Family Net Works Program
1001 Eastern Avenue, 2nd floor
Baltimore, MD, 21202
http://marylandfamilynetwork.org/
The Coordinating Center (for individuals with complex medical needs and disabilities)
8531 Veterans Highway, 3rd floor
Millersville, MD, 21108
http://www.coordinatingcenter.org
Abilities Network
8503 LaSalle Rd
Towson, MD 21286
(800) 492-2523
(410) 828-7700
www.abilitiesnetwork.org
Resource Finder
(information on developmental disability resources)
A project of Kennedy Krieger Institute
707 N. Broadway
Baltimore, MD, 21205
https://www.kennedykrieger.org/community/initiatives/resource-finder
ADA Center
New England ADA Center
180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1
Boston, MA, 02114
http://www.newenglandada.org
Career and Technical Education
Department of Education
http://www.doe.mass.edu/cte/
CHIP
(Health care for low-income uninsured children)
Insure Kids Now
7500 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21244
(877) 543-7669
https://www.insurekidsnow.gov/about/faq/index.html
D D Council
Massachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council
100 Hancock Street, 2nd floor
Quincy, MA, 02171
http://www.mass.gov/mddc
Developmental Disabilities
Department of Developmental Services
Central Office:
500 Harrison Avenue
Boston, MA, 02118
http://www.mass.gov/dmr
Early Intervention
Early Intervention Program
Department of Public Health
250 Washington Street, 4th Floor
Boston, MA, 02108
http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/departments/dph/programs/family-health/early-intervention/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation New England
Headquarters:
540 Gallivan Blvd., 2nd Floor
Boston, MA, 02124
http://www.epilepsynewengland.org/
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The ARC of Massachusetts
217 South Street
Waltham, MA, 02453
(781) 891-6270
http://thearcofmass.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Worldwide
P.O. Box 142
Weston, MA, 02493
http://www.ldworldwide.org
Mediation
Bureau of Special Education Appeals
Department of Education
One Congress Street, 11th Floor
Boston, MA, 02114
http://www.doe.mass.edu/bsea
Mental Health
Department of Mental Health
One Ashburton Place, 11th Floor
Boston, MA 02108
http://www.mass.gov/dmh
NAMI Massachusetts
The Schrafft Center
529 Main Street, Suite 1M17
Boston, MA 02129
http:// www.namimass.org
Parent/Professional Advocacy League (PAL)
Statewide office:
45 Bromfield Street, 10th Floor
Boston, MA, 02108
(Central office in Worcester, MA)
http://www.ppal.net
Mental Health – Youth
Department of Mental Health
25 Staniford Street
Boston, MA, 02114
http://www.mass.gov/dmh
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
Urban PRIDE (Serving the city of Boston)
One Westinghouse Plaza
Building D, Suite 11
Hyde Park, MA, 02136
(617) 206-4570
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Massachusetts PTA
405 Waltham Street, # 147
Lexington, MA 02421
http://www.masspta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Federation for Children with Special Needs
The Schrafft Center
529 Main Street, Suite 1102
Boston, MA, 02129
http://fcsn.org
Family TIES of Massachusetts
Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Donovan Health Building, 3rd Floor
5 Randolph Street
Canton, MA, 02021
http://www.massfamilyties.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Early Education and Care
51 Sleeper Street
Boston, MA, 02210
http://www.mass.gov/edu/birth-grade-12/early-education-and-care/
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Law Center, Inc.
11 Beacon Street, Suite 925
Boston, MA, 02108
http://www.dlc-ma.org
Relay Services
(800) 439-0183 (V)
(800) 439-2370 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 439-0183 (Speech to Speech)
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Massachusetts Speech-Language-Hearing Association
411 Waverley Oaks Road, Suite 331B
Waltham, MA 02452
http://www.MSHAHearSay.org
Special Education
Special Education Planning and Policy Development Office
Department of Education
75 Pleasant Street
Malden, MA 02148-4906
http://www.doe.mass.edu/sped
Special Format Library
Braille and Talking Book Library
Perkins School for the Blind
175 N. Beacon Street
Watertown, MA, 02472
http://www.perkinslibrary.org
Massachusetts State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.mass.gov
Transition Services
Special Education Planning and Policy Development Office
Massachusetts Department of Education
75 Pleasant Street
Malden, MA 02148-4906
http://www.doe.mass.edu/sped
UCEDD
Institute for Community Inclusion/UCEDD
University of Massachusetts Boston
100 Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, MA, 02125
http://www.communityinclusion.org
Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center
University of Massachusetts Medical School
55 Lake Avenue North, S3-301
Worcester, MA 01655
465 Medford Street, Suite 500
Charlestown, MA 02129
http://www.umassmed.edu/shriver
Vocational Rehabilitation
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
One Ashburton Place
11th Floor
Boston, MA 02108
http://www.mass.gov/mrc/
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Massachusetts
(School transition services, assistive technology and augmentative communication assessments, therapy services, summer Camp, and low interest rate loans for assistive technology.)
484 Main Street
Worcester, MA, 01608
http://www.easterseals.com/ma/
New England INDEX
Shriver Center UMASS Medical School
University of Massachusetts Medical School
55 Lake Avenue North, S3-301
Worcester, MA 01655
http://www.disabilityinfo.org/
Home Modifications Loan Program for People with Disabilities
Disability Services
http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/consumer/disability-services/housing-disability/home-mod-loan/
ADA Center
Great Lakes ADA Center
University of Illinois at Chicago
Institute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728)
1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405
Chicago, IL, 60608
(312) 413-1407 (V/TTY)
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
http://www.adagreatlakes.org
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology of Michigan
43000 W. Nine Mile Rd., Suite 113
Novi, MI 48375
(248) 348-7161
info@atofmich.com
http://www.myisminctest.com/
Michigan Disability Rights Coalition
3498 East Lake Lansing Rd, Ste 100
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-2477
(800) 760-4600
http://www.copower.org/assistive-tech
Michigan Alliance for Families
1325 S. Washington Ave.
Lansing, MI 48910
(800) 552-4821
info@michiganallianceforfamilies.org
http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
MIChild
P.O. Box 30412
Lansing, MI, 48909
(888) 988-6300
(888) 263-5897 (TTY)
www.michigan.gov/mdch/1,1607,7-132-2943_4845_4931—,00.html
D D Council
Michigan Developmental Disabilities Council
201 Townsend St, Ste 120
Lansing, MI 48913
(517) 335-3158
mdch-dd-council@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/ddcouncil
Early Intervention
Michigan Department of Education
Office of Early Childhood Education and Family Services
13109 Schacey Road, Ste 4
DeWitt, MI 48820
(800) 327-5966
eoreferral@edzone.net
http://www.1800earlyon.org
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan
25200 Telegraph Rd, Ste 110
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 351-7979
(800) 377-6226
letters@epilepsymichigan.org
http://www.epilepsymichigan.org
Independent Living`
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
To find out the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc Michigan
1325 S. Washington Avenue
Lansing , MI, 48910
(517) 487-5426
(800) 292-7851
http://www.arcmi.org
Learning Disabilities Association of Michigan
200 Museum Drive, Suite 101
Lansing, MI, 48933-1914
(517) 485-8160
(888) 597-7809
ldamich@sbcglobal.net
http://www.ldaofmichigan.org
Department of Community Health
Capitol View Building, 7th Floor
201 Townsend Street
Lansing, MI, 48913
(517) 373-3500
http://www.michigan.gov/mdch
Association for Children’s Mental Health
6017 W. St. Joseph Highway, Ste 200
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 372-4016
(888) 226-4543 (Parent line)
http://www.acmh-mi.org
Mental Health Association in Michigan
30233 Southfield Road, Suite 220
Southfield, MI, 48076
(248) 647-1711
mark@mha-mi.org
http://www.mha-mi.com
Division of Mental Health Services to Children and Families
Department of Community Health
Lewis Cass Building
320 S. Walnut Street
Lansing, MI, 48913
(517) 241-5762
Falvay@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/mdch
Michigan Alliance for Families
Lansing Main Office
1325 S. Washington Avenue
Lansing, MI, 48910
(517) 492-5021
(800) 552-4821
info@michiganallianceforfamilies.org
http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Michigan Congress of Parents, Teachers and Students
1390 Eisenhower Place
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
(734) 975-9500
director@michiganpta.org
http://www.michiganpta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Michigan Alliance for Families – Region 1
3111 Grand River Avenue
Detroit, MI, 48208
(800) 552-4821
(313) 833-3883
caryn.ivey@michiganallianceforfamilies.org
http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Michigan Alliance for Families – Region 2
1286 Pipestone, Suite A
Benton Harbor, MI, 49022
(800) 552-4821
(269) 934-9471
michelle@michiganallianceforfamilies.org
http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org
Training and Technical Assistance for Family Involvement
Michigan Alliance for Family
Parent Mentoring, Training and Leadership Opportunities
1325 S. Washington Avenue
Lansing , MI, 48910
(517) 487-5426
(800) 292-7851
sandee.k@arcmi.org
http://www.arcmi.org
Protection & Advocacy
Michigan Protection and Advocacy Service, Inc.
4095 Legacy Parkway, Suite 500
Lansing , MI, 48911-4263
(517) 487-1755 (V/TTY)
(800) 288-5923 (V/TTY)
http://www.mpas.org
Relay Services
(800) 649-3777 (V/TTY)
711 (TTY)
(866) 656-9826 (Speech to Speech)
Office of Special Education and Early Intervention Services
Michigan Department of Education
608 W. Allegan St. PO Box 30008
Lansing, MI 48933
(517) 373-0923
mde-ose@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/mde
Office of Special Education and Early Intervention Services
Michigan Department of Education
P.O. Box 30008
Lansing , MI, 48909
(517) 373-0923
easterlingd@mi.gov
Special Format Library
Library of Michigan
Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
P.O. Box 30007
Lansing , MI, 48909
(517) 373-5614
btbl@michigan.gov
www.michigan.gov/btbl
Children’s Special Health Care Services Division
Michigan Department of Community Health
320 S. Walnut
Lansing , MI, 48913
(517) 241-7186
(800) 359-3722
stifflerk@michigan.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/cshcs
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Michigan Speech-Language-Hearing Association
790 W. Lake Lansing Road, Suite 500A
East Lansing, MI, 48823
(517) 332-5691
http://www.michiganspeechhearing.org
Community Parent Resource Center
SPEAKS Education
125 Arlington Plaza, Ste 10
Sault Saint Marie, MI 49783
(906) 635-8984
(855) SPE-AKSE
http://www.speakseducation.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.michigan.gov/
Transition Services
High School Redesign for Secondary Transition Services
Office of Special Education and Early Intervention Services
Michigan Department of Education
P.O. Box 30008
Lansing , MI, 48909-7508
(517) 373-0923
KoroldenM@mi.gov
http://www.michigan.gov/mde
Wayne State University
Developmental Disabilities Institute
4809 Woodward Avenue
268 Leonard N. Simons Building
Detroit, MI, 48202
(313) 577-2654
(888) 978-4334
DDI@wayne.edu
http://ddi.wayne.edu
Vocational Rehabilitation
Michigan Rehabilitation Services
Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth
P.O. Box 30010
Lansing , MI, 48909
(517) 373-0399
(800) 605-6722
http://www.michigan.gov/mrs
Office of Career and Technical Preparation
Michigan Department of Education
201 N. Washington Square
Lansing , MI, 48913
(517) 335-5858
http://www.michigan.gov/mdcd
Easter Seals Michigan
2399 E. Walton Blvd
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
(248) 457-6400
(800) 757-3257 (in MI)
http://www.essmichigan.org
Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth
Michigan Commission on Disability Concerns and Division on Deaf and Hard of Hearing
201 N. Washington Square, Suite 150
Lansing , MI, 48913
(517) 335-6004 (V/TTY);
(877) 499-6232
dodhh@michigan.gov
http://www.mcdc-dodhh.org
VSA arts of Michigan
1920 25th Ave – Ste B
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 843-2355 (V/TTY)
http://www.vsami.org
Hannah and Friends: (Regional – Indiana, the Michiana area, New York, Rhode Island, and Florida.) Provide quality of life grants for families with individuals with developmental disabilities.
ADA Center
Great Lakes ADA Center
University of Illinois at Chicago
Institute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728)
1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405
Chicago, IL, 60608
(312) 413-1407 (V/TTY)
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
http://www.adagreatlakes.org
Assistive Technology
STAR Program
358 Centennial Office Building
658 Cedar Street
St. Paul, MN, 55155<
(651) 201-2640
(888) 234-1267
(800) 627-2527 (TTY)
TTY: MN Relay at 711
http://www.mn.gov/admin/star/
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
MinnesotaCare
P.O. Box 64838
St. Paul, MN, 55164-0838
(651) 431-2801
(800) 657-3672
(800) 627-3529 (TTY)
http://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/607
D D Council
Minnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
370 Centennial Office Building
658 Cedar Street
St. Paul, MN, 55155
(651) 296-4018
(877) 348-0505
(800) 627-3529 (MN Relay service)
http://www.mncdd.org
Developmental Disabilities
Disabilities Service Division
Department of Human Services
540 Cedar Street
P.O. Box 64967
St. Paul, MN, 55164-0967
(651) 431-4300
http://www.dhs.state.mn.us
Early Intervention
Minnesota Department of Education
Division of Early Learning Services
1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MI, 55113-4266
(651) 582-8689
http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/index.html
MN Help Me Grow: Infant and Toddler Intervention
Minnesota Department of Education
(866) 693-4769
MDE.ECSE@state.mn.us
http://www.parentsknow.state.mn.us/parentsknow/index.html
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
http://www.ilru.org/projects/silc-net/silc-directory-results/MN
Metropolitan Center for Independent Living
530 Robert Street North
Saint Paul, MN, 55101
(651) 646-2006
http://www.mcil-mn.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Minnesota
800 Transfer Road, Suite 7A
St. Paul, MN, 55114
http://www.TheArcofMinnesota.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Minnesota
6100 Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422
(952) 922-8374
http://www.ldaminnesota.org
Mental Health
Mental Health Association of Minnesota
475 Cleveland Avenue N – suite 222
Saint Paul, MN, 55104
(800) 862-1799
http://www.mentalhealthmn.org
NAMI-Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)
800 Transfer Road, Suite 31
St. Paul, MN, 55114
(651) 645-2948
(888) NAMI-HELPS
http://www.namihelps.org
Minnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health
165 Western Avenue, Suite 2
St. Paul, MN, 55102
(651) 644-7333
(800) 528-4511
info@macmh.org
http://www.macmh.org
Department of Human Services
P.O. Box 64981
St. Paul, MN, 55164-0988
(651) 431-2225
http://mn.gov/dhs/
Children’s Mental Health Division
P.O. Box 64985
St. Paul, MN, 55164-0985
(651) 431-2321
http://mn.gov/dhs/
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Minnesota Congress of Parents, Teachers and Students
1667 Snelling Avenue North, suite 111
St. Paul, MN, 55108
(651) 999-7320
(800) 672-0993
http://www.mnpta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
PACER Center, Inc.
8161 Normandale Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN, 55437-1044
(952) 838-9000
(952) 838-0190 (TTY)
(888) 248-0822(in MN)
http://www.pacer.org
P2P at Family Voices of Minnesota
(866) 334-8444
http://familyvoicesofminnesota.org
Partners in Policymaking
Government Training Services
2233 University Avenue West, Suite 150
St. Paul, MN, 55114
(651) 222-7409, ext. 205
http://www.mngts.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Minnesota Help Me Grow
Minnesota Department of Education
(866) 693-4769
MDE.ECSE@state.mn.us
http://helpmegrowmn.org/HMG/HelpfulRes/Articles/DoesMyChildNeedPreschoolSpecEd/index.html
Minnesota Department of Education
Early Childhood Special Education
1500 Highway 36 W
Roseville, MN 55113
(651) 582-8200
http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/fam/ecse/Protection & Advocacy
Minnesota Disability Law Center
430 First Avenue, North, Suite 300
Minneapolis, MN, 55401-1780
(612) 332-1441
(800) 292-4150
http://www.mndlc.org
Relay Services
(800) 627-3529 (V/TTY/ASCII); 711 (V/TTY/ASCII)
(877) 627-3848 (Speech to Speech)
(877) 627-5448 (Spanish)
(900) 246-3323 (900 access)
Special Education
Minnesota Department of Education
Special Education Programs
1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN, 55113-4266
(651) 582-8616
mde.special-ed@state.mn.us
http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/fam/sped/index.htm
Special Format Library
Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library
400 SE 6th Ave
Faribault, MN, 55021-6340
(800) 722-0550
mn.btbl@state.mn.us
http://education.state.mn.us/MDE/fam/mbtbl/index.htm
Special Health Care Needs
Family Voices of Minnesota
P.O. Box 2234
Stillwater, MN, 55082
http://www.familyvoicesofminnesota.org
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Minnesota Speech-Language-Hearing Association
1000 Westgate Drive, Suite 252
St. Paul, MN, 55114
(651) 290-6292
http://www.msha.net
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.state.mn.us
UCEDD
Institute on Community Integration
University of Minnesota
College of Education and Human Development
102 Pattee Hall
150 Pillsbury Drive SE
Minneapolis, MN, 55455
(612) 624-6300
http://ici.umn.edu/
Vocational Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation Services Branch
Department of Employment and Economic Development
First National Bank Building
332 Minnesota Street, #E200
St. Paul, MN, 55101
(651) 296-7510
(800) 328-9095
http://mn.gov/deed/job-seekers/disabilities/
Other Organizations
Goodwill/Easter Seals
553 Fairview Avenue North
St. Paul, MN, 55104
(651) 379-5800 (V/TTY)
(800) 669-6719
http://www.goodwilleasterseals.org
Minnesota State Council on Disability
121 E. 7th Place, Suite 107
St. Paul, MN, 55101
(651) 361-7800 (V/TTY)
(800) 945-8913 (V/TTY)
http://www.disability.state.mn.us
VSA arts of Minnesota
The Cowels Center
528 Hennepin Avenue, Suite 305
Minneapolis, MN, 55403
(612) 332-3888
(800) 801-3883
http://www.vsamn.org
ADA Center
Southeast ADA Center
1419 Mayson Street NE
Atlanta, GA, 30324
(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
ADAsoutheast@law.syr.edu
http://www.adasoutheast.org
Assistive Technology
Mississippi Project Start
P.O. Box 1698
Jackson, MS, 39215
(601) 987-4872 (V/TTY)
dyoung@mdrs.state.ms.us
http://www.msprojectstart.org
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Mississippi Health Benefits
Division of Medicaid
550 High Street, Suite 1000
Jackson, MS, 39201
(601) 359-6050
http://www.medicaid.ms.gov
D D Council
Council on Developmental Disabilities
1101 Robert E. Lee Building
239 N. Lamar St.
Jackson, MS, 39201
(601) 359-1270
http://www.mscdd.org
Developmental Disabilities
Mississippi Department of Mental Health
1101 Robert E. Lee Building
239 N. Lamar Street
Jackson, MS, 39201
(601) 359-1288
www.dmh.ms.gov/who-we-are/idd-programs
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
To find out the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Mississippi
704 North President St.
Jackson, MS 39202
(601) 355-0220
http://www.arcms.org
Early Intervention
First Steps Early Intervention System
Mississippi Department of Health
P.O. Box 1700
570 E. Woodrow Wilson
Jackson, MS, 39215-1700
(601) 576-7427
(800) 451-3903 (in MS)
web@HealthyMS.com
www.msdh.ms.gov/msdhsite/_static/41,0,74.html
Mediation
Mississippi Department of Education
Office of Special Education
P.O. Box 771
Jackson, MS, 39205
(601) 359-3491
jbounds@mde.k12.ms.us
http://www.mde.k12.ms.us
Mental Health
Department of Mental Health
1101 Robert E. Lee Building
239 N. Lamar Street
Jackson, MS, 39201
(601) 359-1288
ed.legrand@dmh.state.ms.us
http://www.dmh.state.ms.us
Mental Health Association of Mississippi
4803 Harrison Circle
Gulfport, MS, 39507
(228) 864-6274
info@msmentalhealth.org
www.msmentalhealth.org
NAMI Mississippi
2618 Southerland St
Jackson, MS 39216
(800) 357-0388
stateoffice@namims.org
http://namims.org/
Mississippi Families As Allies for Children’s Mental Health
840 E River Pl., Ste 500
Jackson, MS, 39202
(601) 355-0915
(800) 833-9671
http://www.faams.org/
Mental Health – Youth
Division of Children and Youth Services
Department of Mental Health
1101 Robert E. Lee Building
239 N. Lamar Street
Jackson, MS, 39201
(601) 359-1288
http://www.dmh.state.ms.us
Parent Organizations
SAFE KIDS Mississippi
2500 N. State St.
Jackson, MS, 39216
(601) 815-6212
efoster@umc.edu
https://www.safekids.org/coalition/safe-kids-mississippi
Parents for Public Schools of Jackson
125 S. Congress St, Ste 1218
Jackson, MS 39201
(800) 880-880-1222
www.parents4publicschools.org
Parents United Together
P.O. Box 2121
Madison, MS, 39130
Mom424@aol.com
EMPOWER
741 Avignon Dr., Suite C
Ridgeland, MS 39157
(601) 980-1897
http://empowerms.org/
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Mississippi Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
P.O. Box 1937
Jackson, MS, 39215
(601) 352-7383
MissPTA@gmail.com
http://www.misspta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
MS Parent Training and Information Center
2 Old River Place, Suite A
Jackson, MS, 39202
(601) 969-0601
(800) 721-7255
http://www.mspti.org
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Mississippi
210 E Capitol St., Ste 600
Jackson, MS, 39201
(601) 968-0600 (V/TTY)
(800) 772-4057 (MS only)
info@drms.ms
http://www.drms.ms
Relay Services
(800) 582-2233 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech-English)
(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech-Spanish)
Special Education
Mississippi Department of Education
Office of Special Education
PO Box 771
Jackson, MS 39205
(601) 359-3498
http://www.mdek12.org/OSE
Special Format Library
Mississippi Library Commission
Talking Book Services
3881 Eastwood Drive
Jackson, MS, 39211-6473
(601) 432-4116
(800) 446-0892
http://mlc.lib.ms.us/tbs/
Special Health Care Needs
Children’s Medical Program
Mississippi State Department of Health
P.O. Box 1700
Jackson, MS, 39215-1700
(601) 987-3965
(800) 844-0898 (National/WATS)
lawrence.clark@msdh.state.ms.us
http://www.msdh.state.ms.us
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Mississippi Speech-Language-Hearing Association
P.O. Box 22664
Jackson, MS, 39225-2664
(800) 664-6742
http://www.mshausa.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.ms.gov
Transition Services
Office of Special Education
359 N West St., Suite 300
Jackson, MS, 39205
(601) 359-3498
http://www.mdek12.org/OSE/STS
UCEDD
The Institute for Disability Studies
University of Southern Mississippi
118 College Drive, #5163
Hattiesburg, MS, 39406-0001
(601) 266-5163
http://www.usm.edu/ids
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Career & Technical Education
Department of Education
P.O. Box 771
Jackson, MS, 39205-0771
(601) 359-3088
http://careertech.org/mississippi
Mississippi Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Rehabilitation Services
P.O. Box 1698
Jackson, MS, 39215-1698
(800) 443-1000
http://www.mdrs.ms.gov/VocationalRehab/Pages/default.aspx
Other Organizations
Institute for Disability Studies
Toy Library and Technology Learning Center
730 E. Beach Blvd.
Long Beach, MS, 95650
(228) 214-3223
sara.jackson@usm.edu
https://www.usm.edu/ids/index.php
ADA Center
Rocky Mountain ADA Center
3630 Sinton Road, Suite 103
Colorado Springs, CO, 80907
(719) 444-0268 (V/TTY)
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
adainfo@adainformation.org
http://www.adainformation.org
Assistive Technology
MonTECH Program
The University of Montana, Rural Institute
634 Eddy Avenue, CHC-009
Missoula, MT, 59812
(406) 243-5676
(800) 732-0323 (V/TTY)
http://montech.ruralinstitute.umt.edu
CHIP
(Health care for low-income uninsured children)
Montana CHIP
P.O. Box 202951
Helena, MT, 59620-2951
(406) 444-6971
(877) 543-7669
CHIP@mt.gov
http://www.chip.mt.gov
Developmental Disabilities
Disability Services Division
Department of Public Health and Human Services
111 North Sanders
PO Box 4210
Helena, MT 59604-4210
(406) 444-2995
http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/dsd/
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0034 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Montana
205 E Park Ave
Anaconda, MT 59711
(800) 432-6145/(406) 563-8117
mcaferro@aware-inc.org
www.thearc.org
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Montana
(888) 300-6711
http://www.ldaofmt.org
Mediation
Early Assistance Program
Montana Office of Public Instruction
P.O. Box 202501
Helena, MT, 59620-2501
(406) 444-5664
http://www.opi.mt.gov
Mental Health
Family Support Network (FSN)
1211 Grand, Suite 6
Billings, MT, 59102
(406) 256-7783
fsntoo@aol.com
http://www.mtfamilysupport.org
Montana Mental Health Association
P.O. Box 88
Bozeman, MT, 59771
(406) 589-7774
(888) 927-6642
info@montanamentalhealth.org
http://www.montanamentalhealth.org
Addictive and Mental Disorders Division
Department of Public Health and Human Services
P.O. Box 202905
Helena, MT, 59620-2905
(406) 444-3969
HHSAMDDMH@mt.gov
http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/
Mental Health – Children
Children’s Mental Health Bureau
Health Resources Division
Department of Public Health and Human Services
1400 Broadway – Cogswell Building – Room A116
P.O. Box 202951
Helena, MT, 59620-2951
(406) 444-4540
Check website for local offices
http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/mentalhealth/children
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
IDEA PTA (Individuals with Diverse and Exceptional Abilities)
P.O. Box 7724
Missoula, MT, 59807
(406) 728-1124
lotus@bigsky.net
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Montana Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
P.O. Box 6448
Great Falls, MT, 59406
(406) 268-7475
montana_pta@gfps.k12.mt.us
http://www.montanapta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Parents, Let’s Unite For Kids (PLUK)
516 N. 32nd Street
Billings, MT, 59101-6003
(406) 255-0540
(800) 222-7585 (MT only)
plukinfo@pluk.org
http://www.mtpluk.org
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Montana
1022 Chestnut Street
Helena, MT, 59601
(800) 245-4743 (V/TTY)
(406) 449-2344
advocate@disabilityrightsmt.org
http://www.disabilityrightsmt.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Montana Office of Public Instruction
P. O. Box 202501
Helena, MT, 59620-2501
(406) 444-3095
(888) 231-9393
opisupt@mt.gov
http://www.opi.mt.gov
Special Health Care Needs
Children’s Special Health Services
Health Care Resources Bureau
Department of Public Health and Human Services
P. O. Box 202951
Helena, MT, 59620 -2951
(406) 444-3622
cscott@mt.gov
http://cscott@mt.gov
Special Format Library
Montana Talking Book Library
1515 E Sixth Avenue
P.O. Box 201800
Helena, MT, 59620-1800
(406) 444-2064
(800) 332-3400
http://msl.mt.gov/tbl/tbl.asp
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Montana Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Box 215
Miles City, MT, 59301
(406) 234-8727
info@mshaonline.org
http://www.mshaonline.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.mt.gov/
Transition Services
Division of Special Education
Office of Public Instruction
P.O. Box 202501
Helena, MT, 59620
(888) 231-9393
(406) 444-3095
tharris@mt.gov
http://www.opi.mt.gov/Programs/SpecialEd/
UCEDD
The University of Montana Rural Institute
Center for Excellence in Disability Education, Research, and Service
52 Corbin Hall
Missoula, MT, 59812
(406) 243-5467
(800) 732-0322
(406) 243-5467 (TTY)
rural@ruralinstitute.umt.edu
http://ruralinstitute.umt.edu
Vocational Rehabilitation
Vocational Rehabilitation Programs
Department of Public Health and Human Services
P. O. Box 4210
Helena, MT, 59604-4210
(877) 296-1197
(406) 444-2590
vrinfo@mt.gov
http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/detd/vocrehab/index.shtml
Office of Public Instruction
P.O. Box 202501
Helena, MT, 59620-2501
(888) 231-9393
(406) 444-9019
http://www.opi.mt.gov/Programs/CTAE/index.html
Other Organizations
Easter Seals-Goodwill Northern Rocky Mountains, Inc.
4400 Central Avenue
Great Falls, MT, 59405
(406) 761-3680 (V/TTY);
(800) 771-2153
michelleb@esgw.org
http://www.esgw-nrm.easterseals.com
Support & Techniques for Empowering People (S.T.E.P.) Inc.
644 Grand Ave., Suite 1
Billings, MT, 59101
http://www.msubillings.edu/mtcd
Montana Center on Disabilities
Montana State University – Bozeman
(406) 994-6701 (V/TTY)
http://www.montana.edu
VSA arts of Montana
200 N. Adams, MCT, Broadway Studio
Missoula, MT, 59802
(406) 549-2984
ADA Center
Great Plains ADA Center
100 Corporate Lake Drive
Columbia, MO, 65203
http://www.gpadacenter.org/
Assistive Technology
Nebraska Assistive Technology Partnership
3901 N. 27th Street, Suite 5
Lincoln, NE, 68521
http://www.atp.ne.gov
D D Council
Nebraska Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities
Department of Health and Human Services
301 Centennial Mall South
P.O. Box 95044
Lincoln, NE, 68509
http://dhhs.ne.gov/pages/DD-Planning-Council.aspx
Developmental Disabilities
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
301 Centennial Mall South, Lincoln, Nebraska
P.O. Box 98947
Lincoln, NE, 68509-8947
http://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Developmental-Disabilities.aspx
Early Intervention
Nebraska Department of Education
301 Centennial Mall South
P.O. Box 94987
Lincoln, NE, 68509-4987
http://edn.ne.gov/
Health care
https://www.ehealthinsurance.com/nebraska-health-insurance
Independent Living
Nebraska Statewide Independent Living Council
215 Centennial Mall South, Suite 210
Lincoln, NE, 68508
http://www.nesilc.org
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Nebraska
1672 Van Dorn Street
Lincoln, NE, 68502
http://www.arc-nebraska.org
Mental Health
Division of Behavioral Health Services
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
P.O. Box 98925
Lincoln, NE, 68509-8925
http://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Behavioral-Health.aspx
Nebraska Family Support Network
3568 Dodge Street, Suite #2
Omaha, NE, 68131-3222
http://nefamilysupportnetwork.org/
NAMI-Nebraska
1941 S. 42nd Street, Suite 517
Omaha, NE, 68105
https://naminebraska.org
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Nebraska Congress of Parents and Teachers
13304 W. Center Road, Suite 221
Omaha, NE, 68144
http://www.nebraskapta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) Nebraska
1941 S. 42nd St., Suite 205
Omaha, NE 68105
http://www.pti-nebraska.org
Parent to Parent Network
328 W. Norfolk Ave.
Norfolk, NE, 68701
http://www.parent-parent.org
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Nebraska
134 South 13th Street, Suite 600
Lincoln, NE, 68508
http://www.disabilityrightsnebraska.org/
Relay Services
(888) 272-5528 (Spanish)
(800) 833-0920 (V); 711 (TTY)
(800) 833-7352 (TTY/ASCII)
(888) 696-0629 (Fast ASCII)
(888) 272-5527 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Office of Special Education
Nebraska Department of Education
301 Centennial Mall South
P.O. Box 94987
Lincoln, NE, 68509-4987
http://www.education.ne.gov/sped
Special Format Library
Nebraska Library Commission
Talking Book and Braille Service
The Atrium
1200 N Street, Suite 120
Lincoln, NE, 68508-2023
http://www.nlc.state.ne.us/tbbs
Special Health Care Needs
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
301 Centennial Mall South
P.O. Box 95026
Lincoln, NE, 68509-5026
http://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Nebraska Speech-Language-Hearing Association
1633 Normandy Court, Suite A
Lincoln, NE 68512
http://www.nslha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.nebraska.gov
Transition Services
Special Populations Office
Nebraska Department of Education
6949 S. 110th Street
Omaha, NE, 68128
https://www.education.ne.gov
UCEDD
Munroe-Meyer Institute for Genetics and Rehabilitation
University of Nebraska Medical Center
985450 Nebraska Medical Center
Omaha, NE, 68198-5450
http://www.unmc.edu/mmi
Vocational Education, Disabilities
School Counseling
Nebraska Department of Education
301 Centennial Mall South
P.O. Box 94987
Lincoln, NE, 68509-4987
https://www.vr.nebraska.gov
Vocational Rehabilitation
Nebraska Department of Education
301 Centennial Mall South, 6th Floor
P.O. Box 94987
Lincoln, NE, 68509-4987
https://www.education.ne.gov/arra/vocational-rehabilitation/
Other Organizations
The Ollie Webb Center Pilot Parents
1941 S. 42nd Street, Suite 122
Omaha, NE, 68105
http://www.olliewebbinc.org
Easter Seals Nebraska
12565 West Center Road, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68144-8144
http://www.easterseals.com/ne
Answers 4 Families
206 S. 13th Street, Suite 1000
Lincoln, NE, 68588-0227
http://www.answers4families.org
People First of Nebraska
Several chapters statewide
P.O. Box 5292 – Grand Island, NE 68802
http://www.peoplefirstnebraska.com
ADA Center
Pacific ADA Center
555 12th Street, Suite 1030
Oakland, CA, 94607
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
(510) 285-5600 (V/TTY
adatech@adapacific.org
http://www.adapacific.org
Assistive Technology
Nevada Assistive Technology Collaborative
Office of Disability Services
3656 Research Way, Suite 32
Carson City, NV, 89706
(775) 687-4452;
(775) 687-3388 (TTY)
kpreston@dhhs.nv.gov
Nevada Special Education Technology Assistance Project
P.O. Box 603
Carson City, NV, 89702
(775) 283-2315
nsetap@aol.com
http://www.nsetap.com/home.shtml
CHIP
(Health care for low-income uninsured children)
(800) 318-2596
Check website for local help
https://www.healthcare.gov/medicaid-chip/childrens-health-insurance-program/
D D Council
NV Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities
896 West Nye Lane, Ste. #202
Carson City, NV, 89703
(775) 684-8619
smanning@dhhs.nv.gov
Developmental Disabilities
Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health
Department of Health and Human Services
Check website for various locations
(775) 684-4200
dpbh@health.nv.gov
http://dpbh.nv.gov/About/DPBH_Overview/
Early Intervention
Department of Health and Human Services
Early Intervention Programs
(775) 684-4000
Check website for various offices
nvdhhs@dhhs.nv.gov
http://dhhs.nv.gov/Programs/IDEA/Early_Intervention_Programs/
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org
Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living
999 Pyramid Way
Sparks, NV, 89431
(800) 552-5588
(775) 353-3599 V/TTY
nncil7@sbcglobal.net
http://www.nncil.org
Southern Nevada Center for Independent Living
6039 Eldora Avenue Suite H-8
Las Vegas, NV, 89146
(800) 870-7003
(702) 889-4216 V/TTY
info@sncil.org
http://www.sncil.org/
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Opportunity Village
6300 W. Oakey Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV, 89146
(702) 259-3707
Guthrie@opportunityvillage.org
http://www.opportunityvillage.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of America
4156 Library Road
Pittsburgh, PA, 15234
(888) 300-6710
(412) 341-1515
http://www.ldaamerica.org
Mediation
Nevada Department of Education
700 E. Fifth Street, Suite 113
Carson City, NV, 89701
(775) 687-9170
http://www.doe.nv.gov
Mental Health
Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health
Department of Health and Human Services
Check website for various offices
(775) 684-4200
dpbh@health.nv.gov
http://dpbh.nv.gov/About/DPBH_Overview/
NAMI Nevada
680 S Rock Blvd
Reno, NV, 89502
(775) 336-3090
info@naminevada.org
president@naminevada.org
https://naminevada.org/
Mental Health – Youth
Division of Child and Family Services
Department of Human Resources
4126 Technology Way, 3rd Floor
Carson City, NV, 89706
(775) 684-4400
http://dcfs.state.nv.us
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Nevada Parent-Teacher Association
6134 W. Charleston Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV, 89146
(800) 782-7201
(702) 258-7885
office@nevadapta.org
http://www.nevadapta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Nevada PEP
2101 S. Jones Blvd, Suite 120
Las Vegas, NV, 89146
(800) 216-5188 (in NV)
(702) 388-8899
(775) 448-9950 Satellite Office Reno
pepinfo@nvpep.org
http://www.nvpep.org
Parent-To-Parent
Family TIES of Nevada
3100 Mill Street, Suite 117
Reno, NV, 89502
(866) 326-8437
(775) 823-9500
info@familytiesnv.org
http://www.familytiesnv.net
Preschool, Disabilities
Office of Special Education, Elementary and Secondary
Education, and School Improvement Programs
Nevada Department of Education
700 E. Fifth Street, Suite 113
Carson City, NV, 89701
(775) 687-9170
http://www.doe.nv.gov
Protection & Advocacy
Nevada Disability Advocacy and Law Center
6039 Eldora Avenue, Suite C
Las Vegas, NV, 89102
(888) 349-3843 (toll-free)
(702) 257-8150
(702) 257-8160 (TTY)
ndalc@ndalclv.org
http://www.ndalc.org
Relay Services
(800) 326-6888 (V)
(800) 326-6868 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(888) 326-5658 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Office of Special Education, Elementary and
Secondary Education, and School Improvement Programs
Nevada Department of Education
700 E. Fifth Street, Suite 113
Carson City, NV, 89701-5096
(775) 687-9142
fmccabe@doe.nv.gov
http://www.doe.nv.gov
Special Format Library
Nevada Talking Book Services
100 North Stewart Street
Carson City, NV, 89701-4285
(800) 922-9334
(775) 684-3354
(775) 687-8338 (TTY)
keputnam@clan.lib.nv.us
http://www.loc.gov/nls/braille-audio-reading-materials/find-a-local-library/
Special Health Care Needs
Title V – MCH & CYSHCN
Nevada State Health Division
Department of Health and Human Services
4150 Technology Way, Suite 210
Carson City, NV, 89706
(775) 684-4285
daquino@health.nv.gov
http://health.nv.gov
Family-to-Family Health Information Center at Family TIES of Nevada
3100 Mill Street, Suite #117
Reno, NV, 89502
(866) 326-8437 (toll free)
(775) 823-9500 (Reno office)
(702) 740-4200 (Las Vegas office)
info@familytiesnv.org
http://www.familytiesnv.net
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Nevada Speech-Language and Hearing Association
P.O. Box 7313
Reno, NV, 89510-7313
(702) 452-9029
info@nvsha.org
http://www.nvsha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.nv.gov/
Transition Services
Nevada Department of Education
Office of Special Education
1820 E Sahara, Suite 208
Las Vegas, NV, 89104
(702) 486-6621
tvenardos@doe.nv.gov
http://www.doe.nv.gov/
UCEDD
Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities
University of Nevada, Reno
Mail Stop 285
Reno, NV, 89557
(775) 784-4921
(800) 216-7988
(775) 327-5234 (TTY)
http://nced.info/
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education
Department of Education
700 E. Fifth Street, Suite 111
Carson City, NV, 89701-5096
(775) 687-9144
pdryden@doe.nv.gov
http://www.doe.nv.gov
Department of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation
2800 E. St. Louis Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89104
500 East Third Street, Carson City, NV 89713
(775) 684-4040
detradmn@nvdetr.org
http://detr.state.nv.us/
Other Organizations
Disability Resources, Inc.
50 E Greg St., Suite 102
Sparks, NV, 89431
(775) 329-1126
info@disabilityresourcesnv.org
http://www.disabilityresourcesnv.org/
Easter Seals Sierra Nevada
6100 Neil Road, Suite 201
Reno, NV, 89511
(800) 228-7102
(775) 322-6555
info@eastersealsnv.org
http://www.sierra.easterseals.com
Easter Seals Nevada (various locations)
6200 W. Oakey Boulevard
Las Vegas, NV, 89146
(702) 870-7050
bpatchett@eastersealssn.org
http://www.easterseals.com/nevada/
VSA arts of Nevada
At the Lake Mansion
250 Court Street
Reno, NV, 89501
(775) 826-6100
tammy@vsanevada.org
http://vsanevada.org
Variety Children’s Charity of Southern Nevada
PO Box 26701
Las Vegas, NV 89126
Ph: 702-901-3040
http://www.varietysn.org/
ADA Center
New England ADA Center
180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1
Boston, MA, 02114
http://www.newenglandada.org
Assistive Technology
Institute on Disability/UCED
10 W. Edge Dr., Suite 101
Durham, NH, 03824
(603) 862-4320
https://iod.unh.edu/projects/assistive-technology-new-hampshire-atinnh
Career & Technical Education
New Hampshire Department of Education
Bureau of Career Development
101 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH
http://www.education.nh.gov/career/career/index.htm
D D Council
New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities
2 1/2 Beacon Street
Concord, NH 03301-4447
http://www.nhcdd.org
Developmental Disabilities
Bureau of Developmental Services
129 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.dhhs.nh.gov
Early Intervention
Family-Centered Early Supports and Services
Bureau of Developmental Services
129 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.dhhs.nh.gov/dcbcs/bds/earlysupport/index.htm
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation New England
PO Box 1336
Meredith, NH 0325
http://www.epilepsynewengland.org
Health Insurance
https://www.healthinsurance.org/new_hampshire-state-health-insurance-exchange/
Independent Living
New Hampshire Statewide Independent Living Council
c/o Governor’s Commission on Disability
57 Regional Drive
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.nh.gov/disability/silc
Granite State Independent Living
21 Chenell Drive
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.gsil.org
Mediation
New Hampshire Department of Education
Office of Legislation and Hearings
101 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.education.nh.gov/legislation/hearings.htm
Mental Health
Bureau of Behavioral Health
List of Community Health Centers
105 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.dhhs.nh.gov/dcbcs/bbh/centers.htm
Granite State Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
c/o ACS
340 Commercial Street, 2nd Floor
Manchester, NH, 03101
http://www.nh4youth.org/families-youth/granite-state-federation-families-childrens-mental-health
NAMI New Hampshire
(National Alliance on Mental Illness New Hampshire)
15 Green Street
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.naminh.org
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
New Hampshire PTA
24 Maxwell Drive
Derry, NH 03038
http://www.nhpta1.org
Parent Information Center (PIC)
54 Old Suncook Road
Concord, NH 03301
http://www.picnh.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Bureau of Special Education
New Hampshire Department of Education
101 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH, 03301
http://education.nh.gov/instruction/special_ed/preschool.htm
Protection & Advocacy
Disabilities Rights Center, Inc.
64 North Main Street, Suite 2, 3rd Floor
Concord, NH 03301
http://www.drcnh.org
Relay Services
(800) 735-2964 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)
(877) 735-1245 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Bureau of Special Education
New Hampshire Department of Education
101 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH, 03301
http://education.nh.gov/instruction/special_ed/index.htm
Special Format Library
Talking Book Services, New Hampshire State Library
117 Pleasant Street
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.nh.gov/nhsl/talking_books
Special Health Care Needs
New Hampshire Family Voices
129 Pleasant St.
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.nhfv.org
Speech, Language, and Hearing
New Hampshire Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Inc.
P.O. Box 1538
Concord, NH, 03302-1538
http://www.nhslha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.nh.gov
UCEDD
Institute on Disability/UCED
57 Regional Drive, Unit 8
Concord, NH, 03301
http://www.iod.unh.edu/Home.aspx
Vocational Rehabilitation
New Hampshire Department of Education
21 S. Fruit Street, Suite 20
Concord, NH, 03301
http://education.nh.gov/career/vocational/contact.htm
Other Organizations
Governor’s Commission on Disability
121 South Fruit Street, Suite 101
Concord, NH, 03301-8518
http://www.nh.gov/disability
Easter Seals New Hampshire
555 Auburn Street
Manchester, NH, 03103
http://www.eastersealsnh.org
Education-A-Must (advocacy services for children with disabilities)
P.O. Box 216
East Derry, NH, 03041-0216
http://www.education-a-must.com
New Hampshire Challenge
P.O. Box 579
Dover, NH, 03821-0579
http://www.nhchallenge.net
VSA arts of New Hampshire
P.O. Box 78
Wentworth, NH, 03282
http://www.vsaartsnh.org
ADA Center
Northeast ADA Center
Employment and Disability Institute
Cornell University
201 Dolgen Hall
Ithaca, NY, 14853
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY/Spanish)
(607) 255-6686 (V/TTY/Spanish)
northeastada@cornell.edu
http://www.northeastada.org
Autism
The Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation
P.O. Box 1149
Ridgewood, NJ, 07451-1149
(609) 588-8200 Ext 22
(800) 4-autism
info@ djfiddlefoundation.org
http://www.djfiddlefoundation.org
Autism New Jersey
500 Horizon Drive, Suite 530
Robbinsville Township, NJ, 08691
(609) 588-8200, Ext. 22
(800) 4-AUTISM
information@autismnj.org
http://www.autismnj.org
POAC (Parents of Autistic Children)
1999 Route 88
East Brick, NJ, 08724
(732) 785-1099
info@poac.net
http://www.poac.net
FACES Autism Support Network
PO Box 2341
Ventnor, NJ, 08406
(609) 412-3750
facesgroup@comcast.net
http://faces4autism.org/
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
New Jersey Family Care
P.O. Box 8367
Trenton, NJ, 08650-4818
(800) 701-0710
http://www.njfamilycare.org
D D Council
New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities
20 W. State St.
Trenton, NJ, 08625
(609) 292-3745
njcdd@njcdd@org
https://njcdd.org/
Developmental Disabilities
Division of Developmental Disabilities
New Jersey Department of Human Services
P.O. Box 726
Trenton, NJ, 08625-0726
(609) 631-2200
(800) 832-9173
kenneth.ritchey@dhs.state.nj.us
http://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/ddd/home/
Early Intervention
Department of Health and Senior Services
Division of Family Health Services
Early Intervention System
50 E. State Street
P. O. Box 364
Trenton, NJ, 08625-0364
(888) 653-4463 (NJEIS Referral)
(609) 777-7734
(800) 322-8174 (Childfind Birth-21)
www.njeis.org
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey
1 AAA Drive
Suite 203
Trenton, NJ, 08691
(800) 336-5843
(609) 392-4900
http://www.efnj.com
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
(713) 520-0232 (V)
(713) 520-5136 (TTY)
ilru@ilru.org
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
To find out the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
(202) 207-0334 (V)
(202) 207-0340 (TTY)
ncil@ncil.org
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of New Jersey
985 Livingston Avenue
North Brunswick, NJ, 08902-1843
(732) 246-2525
info@arcnj.org
http://www.arcnj.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of New Jersey
P.O. Box 6268
East Brunswick, NJ, 08816
(732) 645-2738
info@ldanj.org
http://www.ldanj.org
Mediation
Office of Special Education Programs
New Jersey Department of Education
100 Riverview Plaza
P.O. Box 500
Trenton, NJ, 08625-0500
(609) 984-1286
877-900-6960
http://www.state.nj.us/education/
Mental Health
New Jersey Department of Human Services
Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Check website for specific phone numbers
DMHAS@dhs.state.nj.us
http://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmhas/home/
Mental Health Association in New Jersey
88 Pompton Avenue, Suite 1
Verona, NJ, 07044
(973) 571-4100
info@mhanj.org
http://www.mhanj.org
NAMI New Jersey
1562 Route 130
North Brunswick, NJ, 08902
(732) 940-0991
info@naminj.org
https://www.naminj.org/
Mental Health – Youth
New Jersey Department of Children and Families
PO Box 729
Trenton, NJ, 08625-0729
(855) 463-6323
http://www.nj.gov/dcf/about/divisions/dcsc/
Preschool, Disabilities
Office of Special Education Programs
New Jersey Department of Education
100 Riverview Plaza
P. O. Box 500
Trenton, NJ, 08625-0500
(609) 984-4950
special.education@doe.state.nj.us
http://www.state.nj.us/
Parent Organizations
Special Parent Assistance & Resource Center (SPARC)
UCP of Hudson County, Inc.
721 Broadway
Bayonne, NJ, 07002
(201) 436-2200
http://ucpofhudsoncounty.org
New Jersey Parents Caucus
275 Rt 10 East, Suite 220-414
Succasunna, NJ 07876
(908) 994-7471
http://www.newjerseyparentscaucus.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
New Jersey Congress of Parents and Teachers
8 Quackerbridge Plaza
Mercervile, NJ 08619
(609) 587-0100
njpta@njpta.org
http://www.njpta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN)
35 Halsey Street, 4th Floor
Newark, NJ, 07102
(800) 654-7726 (In NJ)
(973) 642-8100
span@spannj.org
http://www.spanadvocacy.org
New Jersey Statewide Parent-to-Parent
1010 B Tuckerton Rd.
Marlton, NJ 08053
(856) 983-3328
http://www.parent2parentnj.org/
Community Parent Resource Center
Association for Special Children & Families
PO Box 494
Hewitt, NJ, 07421
(973) 728-8744
http://www.ascfamily.org
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights New Jersey
210 S. Broad Street, 3rd Floor
Trenton, NJ, 08608
(800) 922-7233 (in NJ)
(609) 292-9742
(609) 633-7106 (TTY)
advocate@drnj.org
http://www.drnj.org
Relay Services
State: New Jersey
(800) 852-7897 (V)
(800) 852-7899 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech – English)
(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech – Spanish)
Special Education
Office of Special Education Programs
New Jersey Department of Education
100 Riverview Plaza
P. O. Box 500
Trenton, NJ, 08625-0500
(609) 292-0147
(877) 900-6960
http://www.state.nj.us/education
Special Format Library
New Jersey Library for the Blind and Handicapped
2300 Stuyvesant Avenue
Trenton, NJ, 08618
(800) 792-8322
(609) 530-3239
njlbh@njstatelib.org
http://www.njlbh.org/
Special Health Care Needs
Special Child Health and Early Intervention Services
Division of Family Health
Public Health Services Branch
New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services
P.O. Box 364
Trenton, NJ, 08625-0364
(609) 984-0755
gloria.rodriguez@doh.state.nj.us
www.state.nj.us/health/fhs/sch/index.shtml
Family Voices of New Jersey, at SPAN
35 Halsey Street, 4th floor
Newark, NJ, 07102
(800) 654-SPAN, ext. 110
(973) 642-8100
span@spannj.org
http://www.familyvoices.org
Speech Language and Hearing
New Jersey Speech-Language Hearing Association
66 Witherspoon St, Suite 337
Princeton, NJ 08542
(888) 906-5742
info@njsha.com
http://www.njsha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state
agencies and information, including how to contact your governor
and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.state.nj.us/
Transition Services
Office of Special Education Programs
New Jersey Department of Education
Riverview Executive Plaza
Building 100 Route 29
P.O. Box 500
Trenton, NJ, 08625
(609) 633-6431
http://www.state.nj.us/education
UCEDD
The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities
Department of Pediatrics
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
335 George Street, Suite 3500
New Brunswick, NJ, 08901
(732) 235-9300
http://rwjms.rutgers.edu/boggscenter
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Office of Career and Technical Education
New Jersey Department of Education
100 Riverview Plaza
P. O. Box 500
Trenton, NJ, 08625-0500
(609) 633-0665
http://nj.gov/education/cte/
New Jersey Division of Labor and Workforce Development
1 John Fitch Plaza
Trenton, NJ 08625-0110
constituent.relations@dol.nj.gov
http://careerconnections.nj.gov/careerconnections/plan/foryou/disable/vocational_rehabilitation_services.shtml
Other Organizations
Alliance for the Betterment of Citizens with Disabilities
127 Route 206, Suite 18
Hamilton, NJ, 08610
(609) 581-8375
http://www.abcdnj.org
Easter Seals New Jersey
25 Kennedy Blvd, Ste 600
East Brunswick, NJ 08816
(800) 486-0027
(732) 257-6662
http://www.eastersealsnj.org
Family Support Center of New Jersey
35 Beaverson Blvd
Brick, NJ 08723
(800) 372-6510 (in NJ)
(732) 528-8080
http://www.fscnj.org
New Jersey Mentor
Rehabilitative and Support Services for Persons with Acquired Brain Injury
505 S. Lenola Road
Blason Office Plaza II, Suite 217
Moorestown, NJ, 08057
(856) 235-5505
paula.blum@thementornetwork.com
http://www.thementornetwork.com
New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse
(free help to those seeking to find or start a local or national
support group)
375 E. McFarlan Street
Dover, NJ, 07801
(800) 367-6274 (in NJ)
(973) 989-1122
ed@selfhelpgroups.org
http://www.njgroups.org
VSA arts of New Jersey
703 Jersey Avenue
New Brunswick, NJ, 08901
(732) 745-3885
(732) 745-3913 (TTY)
info@vsanj.org
http://www.vsanj.org
Variety - the Children's Charity of Jersey
Maufant Variety Youth Centre
La Grand Route de St Martin
St Saviour
Jersey
JE2 7GT
Telephone: (01534) 856937
Email: admin@varietyjersey.org.je
https://www.varietyjersey.org.je/
Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund:
Children being referred for assistance must reside or be treated in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. Families may not apply to the Fund directly. Referrals must be made by a healthcare professional (for example, a social worker, case manager, nurse, doctor, or therapist). Provide assistance with expenses not covered by insurance, such as: Utility and phone bills, Mortgage/Rent, Car payments, Transportation costs, Disability needs, Air conditioners for children with severe pulmonary, cardiac, skin, liver, and kidney diseases, Medically necessary dietary supplements, special foods, and formulas, Co-pays, Child care, Funeral expenses. Assistance is paid directly to vendors or creditors to avoid misappropriation of funds.
ADA Center
Southwest ADA Center
2323 S. Shepherd, #1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.southwestada.org
Assistive Technology
New Mexico Technology Assistance Program
625 Silver Ave. SW Ste. 100 B
Albuquerque, NM 87102
http://www.tap.gcd.state.nm.us
D D Council
New Mexico Developmental Disabilities Planning Council
625 Silver Avenue SW, Suite 100,
Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102
http://www.nmddpc.com
Developmental Disabilities
Developmental Disabilities Supports Division
New Mexico Department of Health
Harold Runnels Building
1190 S. St. Francis Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87505
https://nmhealth.org/about/ddsd
Early Intervention
Family Infant Toddler Program
New Mexico Department of Health
Harold Runnels Building
1190 S. St. Francis Drive
Santa Fe, NM 87505
http://nmhealth.org/about/ddsd/pgsv/fit/
Information Center for New Mexicans with Disabilities
BabyNet (for information about medical and support services for pre-natal, infants, toddlers, and individuals with disabilities)
2300 Menaul, N.E.
Albuquerque, NM, 87107
http://www.cdd.unm.edu/infonet/babynet.html
Health Care
https://www.bewellnm.com
Independent Living
For your Statewide Independent Living Council, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization
2323 S. Shepherd, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/NM
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of New Mexico
3655 Carlisle, N.E.
Albuquerque, NM, 87110
http://www.arcnm.org
Mediation
Jerry Apodaca Education Building
300 Don Gaspar
Santa Fe, NM 87501
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/ped/index.html
Mental Health
Behavioral Health Collaborative
New Mexico Human Services Department
P .O. Box 2348 – Santa Fe, NM, 87504
37 Plaza La Prensa – Santa Fe, NM 87507
http://www.hsd.state.nm.us/Behavioral_health_services_division.aspx
New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department Family Services
P .O. Box 5160
Santa Fe, NM, 87502-5160
https://cyfd.org
NAMI-New Mexico
2015 Wyoming Blvd. NE, Suite E
Albuquerque, NM 87112
http://naminewmexico.org
Parents Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center (Serving the 22 Tribes of New Mexico)
Education for Parents of Indian Children with Special Needs (EPICS)
1600 San Pedro Dr. NE
Albuquerque, NM, 87110
http://www.epicsnm.org
New Mexico PTA
1100 Cardenas SE
Albuquerque, NM 87108
(505) 881-0712
http://www.newmexicopta.org/
Parents Reaching Out (P.R.O.)
1920 B Columbia, S.E.
Albuquerque, NM, 87106
http://www.parentsreachingout.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Early Childhood Special Education
Public Education Department
300 Don Gaspar Avenue
Santa Fe, NM, 87501-2786
http://ped.state.nm.us/ped/LiteracyEarlyChildhoodEd_PreK_index.html
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights New Mexico
1720 Louisiana Boulevard, NE, Suite 204
Albuquerque, NM, 87110
http://www.drnm.org
Protection & Advocacy
Native American Disability Law Center
3535 E. 30th Street
Farmington, NM, 87402
http://www.nativedisabilitylaw.org
Relay Services
(800) 659-1779 (V)
(800) 659-8331 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(888) 659-3952 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Special Education Bureau Public Education Department
300 Don Gaspar Avenue
Santa Fe, NM, 87501-2786
http://www.ped.state.nm.us
Special Format Library
New Mexico Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
1209 Camino Carlos Rey
Santa Fe, NM, 87507-5166
http://www.nmstatelibrary.org/lbph
Special Health Care Needs
Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program
New Mexico Department of Health
2040 S. Pacheco, Room 226B
Santa Fe, NM, 87505
https://nmhealth.org/publication/view/guide/4582/
Speech, Language, and Hearing
New Mexico Speech-Language-Hearing Association
P .O. Box 87125
Albuquerque, NM, 87125
http://www.nmsha.net
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House: http://www.state.nm.us
Transition Services
Public Education Department Special Education Bureau
300 Don Gaspar Avenue
Santa Fe, NM, 87501
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/seo/transition/index.htm
UCEDD
University of New Mexico
Center for Development and Disability
2300 Menaul Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM, 87107
http://cdd.unm.edu
Vocational Education, Disabilities
Public Education Department
Career-Technical and Workforce Education Bureau
300 Don Gaspar Avenue
Santa Fe, NM, 87501
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/ctweb/programs.html
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
435 St. Michaels Drive, Building D
Santa Fe, NM, 87505
(800) 224-7005
(505) 954-8500
(505) 954-8562
http://www.dvr.state.nm.us/
Other Organizations
To learn about independent living centers in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Governor’s Commission on Disabilities
491 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87501-2753
http://www.gcd.state.nm.us
New Mexico Behavioral Health Collaborative
37 Plaza La Prensa
Santa Fe, NM 87507
http://www.bhc.state.nm.us
Easter Seals Santa Maria El Mirador
2041 S. Pacheco Street, Suite 100
http://www.easterseals.com/elmirador/
VSA arts of New Mexico
4904 Fourth Street, N.W.
Albuquerque, NM, 87107
http://www.vsartsnm.org
ADA Center
Northeast ADA Center
Employment and Disability Institute
201 Dolgen Hall
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY, 14853
http://www.northeastada.org
Assistive Technology
NYS Justice Center
161 Delaware Ave
Delmar, NY, 12054
(518) 549-0200
https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/services-supports/assistive-technology-traid
New York State Department of Health
Assistive Technology
https://www.health.ny.gov/facilities/long_term_care/waiver/nhtd_manual/section_06/assistive_technology.htm
CHIP (healthcare for low-income uninsured children)
NY State of Health
https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/
D D Council
NYS Developmental Disabilities Planning Council
One Commerce Plaza, Suite 1230
Albany, NY 12210
http://ddpc.ny.gov
Developmental Disabilities
NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities
44 Holland Avenue
Albany, NY, 12229
Contact form on web site
http://www.opwdd.ny.gov/
Early Intervention
Bureau of Early Intervention
NYS Department of Health
Corning Tower, Room 287
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY, 12237-0660
http://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Long Island
1500 Hempstead Turnpike
East Meadow, NY 11554
http://efli.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
NYSARC, Inc.
29 British American Blvd. – 2nd Floor,
Latham, NY 12110
http://www.nysarc.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/silc-net/silc-directory-results/NY
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
2013 H St. NW, 6th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20006
http://www.ncil.org
Mediation
New York State Education Department
Office of Special Education
89 Washington Avenue, Room 309 EB
Albany, NY, 12234
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/techassist/mediation.htm
Mental Health
NYS Office of Mental Health
44 Holland Avenue
Albany, NY, 12229
http://www.omh.ny.gov/
Mental Health Association in NYS
194 Washington Avenue, Suite 415
Albany, NY, 12210
http://www.mhanys.org
NAMI New York State
99 Pine Street, Suite 302
Albany, NY, 12207
http://www.naminys.org
Families Together in New York State, Inc.
737 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY, 12208
http://www.ftnys.org
Mental Health – Youth
Children’s Services
NYS Office of Mental Health
44 Holland Avenue
Albany, NY, 12229
https://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/childservice/
Preschool, Disabilities
New York State Education Department
Office of Special Education
Preschool Unit
89 Washington Avenue, Room 309 EB
Albany, NY, 12234
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights New York
725 Broadway, Suite 450 – Albany, NY, 12207
25 Chapel Street, Suite 1005 – Brooklyn, New York 11201
44 Exchange Blvd, Suite 110 – Rochester, New York 14614
http://www.drny.org
Relay Services
(800) 421-1220 (V); 711 (V)
(800) 662-1220 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(877) 662-4234; 711 (Speech to Speech)
http://www.nyrelay.com
Special Education
New York State Education Department
Office of Special Education
89 Washington Avenue, Room 309 EB
Albany, NY, 12234
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed
Special Format Books
Serving upstate New York
NYS Talking Book and Braille Library
Cultural Education Center
222 Madison Avenue
Albany, NY, 12230
http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/tbbl/
Special Format Books
Serving New York City and Long Island
Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library
40 West 20th Street
New York, NY, 10011
http://www.nypl.org/locations/heiskell
Special Health Care Needs
Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program
New York State Department of Health
Corning Tower Building – Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY, 12237-0619
http://www.health.state.ny.us/community/special_needs
Speech, Language, and Hearing
NYS Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Inc.
1971 Western Avenue #1167
Albany, NY 12203
http://www.nysslha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and
information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in
the Senate and House:
http://www.ny.gov/
Transition Services
New York State Education Department
Office of Special Education
Special Education Policy, Transition Services
89 Washington Ave., Room 309 EB
Albany, NY, 12234
http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/transition/home.html
UCEDD
Westchester Institute for Human Development
University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities in affiliation with New York Medical College
Cedarwood Hall
Valhalla, NY, 10595-1689
http://www.wihd.org
Rose F. Kennedy University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
1410 Pelham Parkway South
Yeshiva University
Bronx, NY, 10461
https://www.einstein.yu.edu/centers/childrens-evaluation-rehabilitation/rose-f-kennedy-ucedd/
Strong Center for Developmental Disabilities
University of Rochester
601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 671
Rochester, NY, 14642
https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/strong-center-developmental-disabilities.aspx
Vocational Rehabilitation
New York State Education Department
Adult Career and Continuing Education Services, Vocational Rehabilitation
89 Washington Avenue
Albany, NY, 12234
http://www.acces.nysed.gov/vr/
Organizations for Parents
Parent Network of WNY
1000 Main St.
Buffalo, NY, 14202
http://parentnetworkwny.org
Community Parent Resource Center
United We Stand of New York
91 Harrison Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11206
http://www.uwsofny.org
The Family Resource Network, Inc
(Serving Otsego, Chenango, Delaware, Broome, Tioga, and Tompkins counties)
46 Oneida Street
Oneonta, NY, 13820
http://www.familyrn.org
New York State Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
One Wembley Court
Albany, NY, 12205-3830
http://www.nyspta.org
Starbridge
1650 South Avenue, Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14620
http://www.starbridgeinc.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Advocates for Children of New York (New York City)
151 W. 30th Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY, 10001
http://www.advocatesforchildren.org
Include NYC
116 E. 16th Street, 5th Floor
New York, NY, 10003
http://www.includenyc.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Sinergia/Metropolitan Parent Center
2082 Lexington Ave., 4th Floor
New York, NY, 10035
http://www.sinergiany.org
Parent to Parent of NYS
500 Balltown Rd.
Schenectady, NY, 12304
http://www.parenttoparentnys.org
Other Organizations
Easter Seals New York
633 Third Avenue 6th Floor
New York, NY 10017
http://www.ny.easter-seals.org
VSA arts of New York City
45 Main Street, Suite 616
Brooklyn, NY 11201
http://www.vsanyc.org
Variety Club New York
+1 (315) 636-0340
Hannah and Friends: (Regional – Indiana, the Michiana area, New York, Rhode Island, and Florida.) Provide quality of life grants for families with individuals with developmental disabilities.
ADA Center
Southeast ADA Center
1419 Mayson Street NE
Atlanta, GA, 30324
http://www.adagreatlakes.org
Assistive Technology
North Carolina Assistive Technology Program
Department of Health and Human Services
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
1110 Navaho Drive, Suite 101
Raleigh, NC, 27609-7322
(800) 662-7030
(919) 855-4800
http://www.ncdhhs.gov
CHIP
(Health care for low-income uninsured children)
Insure Kids Now
7500 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21244
(877) 543-7669
https://www.insurekidsnow.gov/coverage/nc
CAP/C
Community Alternatives Program for
Children (CAP/C) Amended Waiver
The amendments to the CAP/C waiver are effective May 1, 2020 - Feb. 28, 2022.
https://files.nc.gov/ncdma/documents/Providers/Programs_Services/CAPC/CAPC_waiver_amendmentFact-Sheet_2020.pdf
D D Council
North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities
3125 Poplarwood Court, Suite 200,
Raleigh, NC, 27607
(919) 850-2901/(800) 3
http://www.nccdd.org
Developmental Disabilities
Developmental Disability Services Team
Division of Mental Health
Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services
Department of Health and Human Services
3005 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC, 27699-3005
http://www.ncdhhs.gov
Early Intervention
Women’s and Children’s Health Section
Division of Public Health
NC Infant-Toddler Program
1916 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1916
(919) 707-5520
http://beearly.nc.gov
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of North Carolina, Inc.
Piedmont One, Ste 5541 A
1920 W. First Street
Winston Salem, NC 27104
www.epilepsync.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Shepherd, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/NC
To find out the contact information for centers for independent
living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of North Carolina
343 E. Six Forks Road, Suite 320
Raleigh, NC, 27609
http://www.arcnc.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of North Carolina
LDS.of.North.Carolina@gmail.com
https://ldaamerica.org/lda-chapters/north-carolina/
Mental Health
Mental Health Association in North Carolina
3701 Latrobe Drive, Ste 140
Charlotte, NC 28211
www.mhacentralcarolinas.org
NAMI – North Carolina
309 W. Millbrook Road, Suite 121
Raleigh, NC, 27609
http://www.naminc.org
Mediation
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
Exceptional Children Division
6356 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC, 27699-6356
https://ec.ncpublicschools.gov/parent-resources/dispute-resolution
Mental Health
Division of Mental Health
Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services
Department of Health and Human Services MSC: 3001
Raleigh, NC, 27699-3001
http://www.ncdhhs.gov/mhddsas/index.htm
Mental Health – Youth
Community Policy Management
Division of Mental Health
Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services
Department of Health and Human Services
3007 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC, 27699-3007
http://www.ncdhhs.gov
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
(Serving Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, McDowell and Alexander Counties)
HOPE Parent Resource Center
PO Box 11395
Hickory, NC, 28603
http://www.fsnhope.org
Community Parent Resource Center
(Serving Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, Madison, Polk, Rutherford, Transylvania and Yancey Counties)
F.I.R.S.T.
P.O. Box 802
Asheville, NC, 28802
http://www.FIRSTwnc.org
First in Families of North Carolina
3109 University Drive, Ste 100
Durham, NC 27707
http://www.fifnc.org
NAMI NC Young Families
309 W. Millbrook Road, Suite 121
Raleigh, NC, 27609
www.naminc.org
North Carolina Families United, Inc.
The Center for Youth, Family and Community Partnerships
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
209 B. North Graham Hopedale Rd
Burlington, NC 27127
http://www.ncfamiliesunited.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
North Carolina Congress of Parents and Teachers
3501 Glenwood Avenue
Raleigh, NC, 27612-4934
http://www.ncpta.org
North Carolina Rare Disease Network
The mission of the North Carolina Rare Disease Network is to improve the lives of millions of people with one of the 7000 devastating rare diseases.
Tara Britt, Associate Chair
tjbritt@gmail.com
https://www.med.unc.edu/ncrarediseasenetwork/patient-resources-1/
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
ECAC – Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center
907 Barra Row, Suite 102/103
Davidson, NC, 28036
http://www.ECAC-parentcenter.org
Family Support Network of North Carolina
Central Directory of Resources, CB #7340
http://www.fsnnc.org/findlocal
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights North Carolina
3724 National Dr., Ste 100,
Raleigh, NC 27612
http://disabilityrightsnc.org/
Relay Services
(800) 735-8262 (V)
(800) 735-2962 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(877) 735-8261 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Exceptional Children Division
Department of Public Instruction
6356 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC, 27699-6356
http://www.ncpublicschools.org/ec
Special Format Library
North Carolina Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
State Library of North Carolina -Department of Cultural Resources
1811 Capital Boulevard
Raleigh, NC, 27635
http://statelibrary.ncdcr.gov/lbph
Special Health Care Needs
Children and Youth Branch
Women’s and Children’s Health Section
Division of Public Health
Department of Health and Human Services
1928 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1928
http://www.ncdhhs.gov
TelAbility
For medical information, telehealth and community resources for children with special needs
1101 Weaver Dairy Road, Suite 202
Chapel Hill, NC, 27514
http://www.TelAbility.org
Speech, Language, and Hearing
North Carolina Speech, Hearing and Language Association
P.O. Box 28359
Raleigh, NC, 27611-8359
http://www.ncshla.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state
agencies and information, including how to contact your governor
and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.ncgov.com/
Transition Services
Education and Transition Services
Exceptional Children Division
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
6356 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC, 27699-6356
http://www.ncpublicschools.org/ec/
UCEDD
Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Campus Box 7255
Chapel Hill, NC, 27599-7255
http://www.cidd.unc.edu/
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Career and Technical Education
Department of Public Instruction
6359 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC, 27699-6359
http://www.ncpublicschools.org
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Department of Health and Human Services
2801 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC, 27699-2801
http://dvr.dhhs.state.nc.us
ADA Center
Great Lakes ADA Center
University of Illinois at Chicago
Institute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728)
1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405
Chicago, IL, 60608
http://www.adagreatlakes.org
Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology of Ohio
Area 1700, 1314 Kinnear Rd.
Columbus, OH 43212
(614) 292-2390/(800) 784-3425
atohio@osu.edu
https://atohio.engineering.osu.edu/
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Healthy Start Healthy Families
(800) 324-8680
https://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-details/1610
D D Council
Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council
899 E. Broad St, Ste 203
Columbus, OH 43205
http://www.ddc.ohio.gov
Developmental Disabilities
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities
30 E. Broad St.
Columbus, OH, 43215
(800) 617-6733
http://dodd.ohio.gov/Pages/default.aspx
Early Intervention
Help Me Grow
246 N. High St., 5th Floor
Columbus, OH, 43215
HMG@odh.ohio.gov
http://www.helpmegrow.ohio.gov/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Association
2831 Prospect Avenue
Cleveland, OH, 44115
http://www.epilepsyinfo.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact: Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/OH
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Ohio
1335 Dublin Road, Suite 100-A
Columbus, OH, 43215
http://www.thearcofohio.org
Mediation
Office for Exceptional Children
Ohio Department of Education
25 S. Front Street, 2nd Floor
Columbus, OH, 43215
http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Special-Education/Mediation-Complaints-and-Due-Process
Mental Health
Ohio Department of Mental Health
The James A Rhodes State Office Tower
30 E. Broad Street, 8th Floor
Columbus, OH, 43215-3430
(614) 466-2596/(877) 275-6364
http://mha.ohio.gov/
NAMI Ohio
747 E. Broad Street
Columbus, OH, 43205
http://www.namiohio.org
Mental Health – Youth
Office of Children’s Services and Prevention
Ohio Department of Mental Health
30 E. Broad Street, 8th Floor
Columbus, OH, 43215-3430
http://mha.ohio.gov/Default.aspx?tabid=313
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Ohio Congress of Parents and Teachers
40 Northwoods Boulevard
Columbus, OH, 43235
http://www.ohiopta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities
165 W. Center Street, Suite 302
Marion, OH, 43302-3741
http://www.ocecd.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Office of Early Learning and School Readiness
Ohio Department of Education
25 S. Front Street, Mail Stop 305
Columbus, OH, 43215-4183
education.ohio.gov/Topics/Early-Learning
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Ohio
50 W. Broad St., Suite 1400
Columbus, OH, 43215-5923
http://www.disabilityrightsohio.org
Relay Services
(800) 750-0750 (V)
(216) 476-6001 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)
(877) 750-9097 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Office for Exceptional Children
Ohio Department of Education
25 S. Front Street
Columbus, OH, 43215
http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Special-Education
Special Format Library
The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County
Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
17121 Lakeshore Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44110
http://www.cincinnatilibrary.org/services/blind.html
Special Health Care Needs
Bureau for Children with Medical Handicaps
Ohio Department of Health
246 N. High Street
P.O. Box 1603
Columbus, OH, 43215-1603
(614) 466-1700
(800) 755-4769
BCMH@odh.ohio.gov
https://odh.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/odh/know-our-programs/children-with-medical-handicaps/welcome-to
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Ohio Speech-Language-Hearing Association
P.O. Box 309
Germantown, OH, 45327
http://www.ohioslha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.ohio.gov/
Transition Services
Office for Exceptional Children
Ohio Department of Education
25 S. Front Street, Mail Stop 205
Columbus, OH, 43215
http://www.ode.state.oh.us
UCEDD
University of Cincinnati University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Mailing Address:
MLC 4002, 3333 Burnet Avenue
Cincinnati, OH, 45229-3039
https://www.ucucedd.org
Nisonger Center – UCEDD
The Ohio State University
McCampbell Hall
1581 Dodd Drive
Columbus, OH, 43210
https://nisonger.osu.edu/
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Ohio Department of Education
Office for Exceptional Children
25 S. Front Street, Mail Stop 204
Columbus, OH, 43215-4183
http://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Career-Tech
Rehabilitation Services Commission
400 E. Campus View Boulevard, SW3
Columbus, OH, 43235-4604
http://www.ood.ohio.gov/Core-Services/BVR
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Northern Ohio
41641 N. Ridge Road, Suite D
Elyria, OH 44035
http://www.noh.easterseals.com
Easter Seals Central and Southeast Ohio
565 Children’s Drive West
3830 Trueman Court
Hilliard, OH 43026
http://www.eastersealscentralohio.org
Ohio Family and Children First
30 E. Broad St, 8th floor
Columbus, OH 43215
http://www.fcf.ohio.gov/
VSA Ohio
77 S. High Street, 2nd Floor
Columbus, OH, 43215
http://www.vsao.org
Parker’s Purpose Foundation: Monetary assistance given to any family who has a minor (18 and under) with a life altering illness or disability that is in an immediate financial crisis due to unforeseen medical expenses. Families who live in Ohio will be first priority in providing assistance but will extend outside the state if deemed necessary.
ADA Center
Oklahoma Southwest ADA Center
2323 S. Shepherd, #1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.southwestada.org
Assistive Technology
Oklahoma ABLE Tech
Oklahoma State University, Seretean Wellness Center
1514 W. Hall of Fame
Stillwater, OK, 74078-2026
(800) 257-1705
abletech@okstate.edu
https://www.okabletech.org
Oklahoma Lee Mitchener Tolbert Center for Developmental Disabilities
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
801 NE 13th Street, CHB-235
Oklahoma City, OK, 73104
http://alliedhealth.ouhsc.edu/Departments/RehabilitationSciences/CenterofExcellence/LeeMitchenerTolbertCenter.aspx
Career & Technical Education
Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education
1500 W. 7th Avenue
Stillwater, OK, 74074-4364
http://okcareertech.org
D D Council
Oklahoma Developmental Disabilities Council
2401 N.W. 23rd Street, Suite 74
Oklahoma City, OK, 73107
http://www.okddc.ok.gov
Developmental Disabilities
Developmental Disabilities Services Department of Human Services
Sequoyah Memorial Office Building
2400 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, OK 73105
PO Box 25352, Oklahoma City, OK 73125-0352
http://www.okdhs.org/services/dd/Pages/default.aspx
Early Intervention
SoonerStart Special Education Services
Oklahoma State Department of Education
2500 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 510
Oklahoma City, OK, 73105-4599
http://sde.ok.gov/sde/soonerstart
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Association of Oklahoma
11212 N. May Ave. Suite 108
Oklahoma City, OK. 73120
http://www.okepilepsy.org
Healthcare
https://www.healthinsurance.org/oklahoma-state-health-insurance-exchange/
Independent Living
P.O. Box 3574
McAlester, OK 74502
http://www.ilru.org/projects/silc-net/silc-directory-results/OK
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact: National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
TARC
2516 East 71st St., Suite A
Tulsa, OK, 74136-5531
http://www.ddadvocacy.net
Mediation
Special Education resolution Center
Oklahoma State University
4825 S Peoria, Suite 2
Tulsa, OK, 74105
(918) 712-9632
(888) 267-0028
http://sde.ok.gov/sde/faqs/special-education-mediation
Mental Health
Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
1200 NE 13th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73117
P .O. Box 53277, Oklahoma City, OK, 73152-3277
http://www.odmhsas.org
Mental Health Association of Central Oklahoma
2800 NW 36th Street, Suite 104
Oklahoma City, OK, 73112
http://www.okrehab.org/guide/mental-health-association-central-oklahoma-oklahoma-county
NAMI Oklahoma
3037 NW 63rd, Suite 104W
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
(800) 583-1264 (in OK)
http://www.namioklahoma.org
Parent Organizations
Oklahoma Family Network
800 NE 15th Street, Suite 51
PO Box 21072 Oklahoma City, OK, 73156-1072
http://www.oklahomafamilynetwork.org
Oklahoma Family Support 360° Project Center for Learning and Leadership/UCEDD University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
College of Medicine
P .O. Box 26901, ROB 342
Oklahoma City, OK, 73126-0901
http://www.ouhsc.edu/thecenter/projects/serviceand demonstrationprojects/oklahomafamilysupport360
Oklahoma Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
2801 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 214
Oklahoma City, OK, 73105
http://www.okpta.org
Oklahoma Parents Center
233 N. Broadway
P .O. Box 512
Holdenville, OK, 74848
http://www.oklahomaparentscenter.org
P2P at Oklahoma Family Network
800 NE 15th Street, Suite 51
PO Box 21072
Oklahoma City, OK, 73156-1072
http://www.oklahomafamilynetwork.org
Sooner SUCCESS
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
940 N.E. 13th Street, Suite 4900
Oklahoma City, OK, 73104
http://soonersuccess.ouhsc.edu
Protection & Advocacy
Oklahoma Disability Law Center, Inc.
2915 Classen Blvd., 300 Cameron Bldg
Oklahoma City, OK, 73106
2828 E 51 St., Suite 302
Tulsa, OK 74105
(800) 226-5883
http://www.okdlc.org/
Relay Services
(800) 522-8506 (V/TTY)
(800) 722-0353 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)
(877) 722-3515 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Special Education Services Department of Education
2500 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 412
Oklahoma City, OK, 73105-4599
http://www.ok.gov/sde/
Special Format Library
Oklahoma Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Department of Rehabilitation Services
300 N.E. 18th Street
Oklahoma City, OK, 73105
http://www.library.state.ok.us
Special Health Care Needs
Adult and Family Services
Department of Human Services
2400 N. Lincoln Blvd
P .O. Box 25352
Oklahoma City, OK, 73125
http://www.okdhs.org/Pages/default.aspx
Family Voices of Oklahoma, at Oklahoma Family Network
800 NE 15TH Street, Suite 316, Oklahoma City, OK 73104
PO Box 21072 , Oklahoma City, OK, 73156-1072
http://www.oklahomafamilynetwork.org
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Oklahoma Speech-Language-Hearing Association
3126 S. Boulevard St. #180
Edmond, OK 73013
http://www.oslha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.ok.gov
UCEDD
Center for Interdisciplinary Learning and Leadership
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
College of Medicine
800 N.E. 15th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73104-4614
P .O. Box 26901, ROB 342, Oklahoma City, OK, 73190-3042
http://www.ouhsc.edu/thecenter
Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Rehabilitation Services
3535 N.W. 58th, Suite 500
Oklahoma City, OK, 73112
http://www.okrehab.org/job-seekers/dvr
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Oklahoma
701 N.E. 13th Street
Oklahoma City, OK, 73104
http://www.eastersealsoklahoma.org
J.D. McCarty Center for Children with Developmental Disabilities
2002 E. Robinson Street
Norman, OK, 73071
http://www.jdmc.org
Oklahoma Office of Disability Concerns
2401 N.W. 23rd, Suite 90
Oklahoma City, OK, 73107
http://www.ohc.state.ok.us/
ADA Center
Northwest ADA Center
Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation
University of Washington
6912 220th St SW, #105
Mountlake Terrace, WA, 98043
http://www.nwadacenter.org
Assistive Technology
Access Technologies, Inc.
3070 Lancaster Drive N.E.
Salem, OR, 97305
http://www.accesstechnologiesinc.org
Autism
Autism Society of Oregon
PO Box 396
Marylhurst, OR, 97036-0396
http://autismsocietyoregon.org/
Regional Programs for Low Incidence Disabilities
State Services for Autism
Department of Education
255 Capitol Street, NE
Salem, OR, 97310-0203
http://www.soesd.k12.or.us/special-education/low-incidence-disabilities/
Portland Aspergers Network
3324 NE 22nd Avenue
Portland, OR, 97212
http://www.pdxaspergers.org/
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Oregon SCHIP
Division of Medical Assistance Programs
Administrative Office
500 Summer Street NE
Salem, OR, 97301
http://www.oregon.gov/oha/healthplan/pages/app_benefits/schip.aspx
D D Council
Oregon Council on Developmental Disabilities
540 24th Place N.E.
Salem, OR, 97301-4517
http://www.ocdd.org
Early Intervention & Preschool, Disabilities
Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special
Education Department
Office of Special Education
Department of Education
255 Capitol Street N.E.
Salem, OR, 97310-0203
http://www.ode.state.or.us
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Northwest
2311 N. 45th Street, #134
Seattle, WA, 98103
http://www.epilepsyoregon.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide
Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/OR
To find out the contact information for centers for
independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Oregon
1745 State Street
Salem, OR, 97301
http://www.arcoregon.org/
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Oregon
10175 S.W. Barbur Blvd., #214B
Portland, OR 97219
http://www.ldaor.org
Mediation
Office of Student Learning and Partnerships
Department of Education
255 Capitol Street N.E.
Salem, OR, 97310-0203
http://www.ode.state.or.us
Mental Health
Mental Health Association of Oregon (MHAO)
Regional Research Institute (RRI)
Portland State University
1600 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 900
P.O. Box 751
Portland, OR, 97207-0751
NAMI Oregon
3550 S.E. Woodward
Portland, OR, 97202-1552
http://www.nami.org/oregon
Oregon Family Support Network, Inc.
2411 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Suite 274
Eugene, OR, 97401
http://www.ofsn.org
Addictions in Mental Health Division
500 Summer Street, N.E., E86
Salem, OR, 97301-1118
http://egov.oregon.gov/dhs/mentalhealth
Mental Health – Youth
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services
Addictions and Mental Health Division (AMH)
500 Summer Street, N.E., E86
Salem, OR, 97309
http://www.dhs.state.or.us/mentalhealth
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Oregon PTA
P.O. Box 4569
Portland, OR, 97208-4569
http://www.oregonpta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
(Serving Native family members nationwide who have children with disabilities)
National Indian Parent Information Center (NIPIC)
P.O. Box 2334
Grants Pass, OR, 97528
http://www.nipic.org/
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Family and Community Together (FACT)
13455 SE 97th Avenue
Clackamas, OR, 97015
http://factoregon.org/
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Oregon
610 SW Broadway, Suite 200
Portland, OR, 97205
http://www.disabilityrightsoregon.org
Relay Services
(800) 735-1232 (V)
(800) 735-3250 (VCO)
(800) 735-2900 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 735-0644 (ASCII)
Special Education
Office of Student Learning and Partnerships
Department of Education
255 Capitol Street N.E.
Salem, OR, 97310-0203
http://www.ode.state.or.us
Special Format Library
Oregon State Library
Talking Book and Braille Services
250 Winter Street NE
Salem, OR, 97301-3950
https://www.oregon.gov/library/Pages/default.aspx
Special Health Care Needs
Child Development and Rehabilitation Center
Oregon Health & Science University
P.O. Box 574
Portland, OR, 97207-0574
http://ohsucancer.com/xd/health/child-development-and-rehabilitation-center/about-cdrc/index.cfm
Speech, Language, and Hearing
The Oregon Speech-Language and Hearing Association
P.O. Box 523
Salem, OR, 97308
http://www.oregonspeechandhearing.org/
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and
information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in
the Senate and House:
http://www.oregon.gov/
Transition Services
Office of Student Learning & Partnerships
Special Education Unit
Department of Education
255 Capitol Street N.E.
Salem, OR, 97310
http://www.ode.state.or.us
UCEDD
University of Oregon UCEDD
College of Education
5252 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR, 97403
http://ucedd.uoregon.edu
Oregon Health & Science University UCEDD
Oregon Health & Science University
Institute on Development & Disability
707 SW Gaines St.
Portland, OR, 97239
http://www.ohsuidd.org
Vocational Rehabilitation
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Department of Human Services
Children, Adults & Families Division
500 Summer Street N.E., E87
Salem, OR, 97301-1120
http://www.oregon.gov/dhs
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Oregon
5757 S.W. Macadam Avenue
Portland, OR, 97239
http://www.or.easterseals.com
ADA Center
Mid-Atlantic ADA Center
401 North Washington Street, Suite 450
Rockville, MD, 20805
http://www.adainfo.org
Assistive Technology
Pennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive Technology
Institute on Disabilities
1755 N. 13th Street
Student Center, Room 411S
Philadelphia, PA, 19122
http://disabilities.temple.edu/programs/assistive/piat/
Autism
ABOARD (Advisory Board on Autism and Related Disorders)
35 Wilson Street, Suite 100
Pittsburgh, PA, 15223
www.autism-support.org
AutismLink
376 Wagon Wheel Trail
Wexford, PA, 15090
http://www.autismlink.com/pennsylvania
Autism Society of Pittsburgh
4371 Northern Pike
Monroeville, PA, 15146-2837
http://www.autismsocietypgh.org
Autism Society of Greater Philadelphia
1036 Nash Avenue
Lansdale, PA, 19446
http://www.asaphilly.org
Career and Tech Ed
Bureau of Career and Technical Education
Division of Field Support
Department of Education
333 Market Street, 11th Floor
Harrisburg, PA, 17126-0333
http://www.pde.state.pa.us
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program
http://www.chipcoverspakids.com/
D D Council
Developmental Disabilities Council
561 Forum Building, Commonwealth Avenue
Harrisburg, PA, 17120
http://www.paddc.org
Developmental Disabilities
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA, 17105-2675
http://www.dhs.pa.gov/learnaboutdhs/dhsorganization/officeofdevelopmentalprograms/
Early Intervention
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA, 17105-2675
http://www.dhs.pa.gov/citizens/earlyinterventionservices/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation Western/Central Pennsylvania
Locations in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg and Johnstown – http://www.efwp.org/contact/Contact.xml
http://www.efwp.org
Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania
919 Walnut Street, Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA, 19107-5237
http://www.efepa.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/PA
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Pennsylvania
101 S. Second Street, Suite 403, Executive House
Harrisburg, PA, 17101
http://www.thearcpa.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Pennsylvania
info@ldaamerica.org
https://ldaamerica.org/lda-chapters/lda-of-pennsylvania/
Mediation
Office for Dispute Resolution
6340 Flank Drive, Suite 600
Harrisburg, PA, 17112
(717) 541-4960
http://odr-pa.org
Mental Health
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA, 17105-2675
http://www.dhs.pa.gov/citizens/mentalhealthservices/
NAMI Pennsylvania
2149 N. Second Street
Harrisburg, PA, 17110
http://nami-pa.org
Family & Youth Support & Advocacy Division
1211 Chestnut St., Suite 1100
Philadelphia, PA, 19107
(215) 751-1800
(800) 688-4226
Check website for local offices
http://www.mhasp.org/family-youth
Mental Health – Youth
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA, 17105
(717) 705-8289
http://www.dhs.pa.gov/learnaboutdhs/dhsorganization/officeofmentalhealthandsubstanceabuseservices/bureauofchildrensbehavioralhealthservices/index.htm
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
(Serving American Street Empowerment Zone and providing intense training sessions to parents of children with disabilities in Philadelphia)
Hispanos Unidos para Ninos Excepcionales
(Philadelphia HUNE, Inc.)
2215 N. American St,
Philadelphia, PA 19133
http://huneinc.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Pennsylvania Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
4804 Derry Street
Harrisburg, PA, 17111
http://www.papta.org
Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania
6340 Flank Drive, Suite 600
Harrisburg, PA, 17112-2764
http://www.parenttoparent.org
Partners in Policymaking
Institute on Disabilities/University Center for Excellence
Temple University
University Services Building, Room 610
1601 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA, 19122
http://disabilities.temple.edu
Preschool, Disabilities
Bureau of Early Intervention Services
Office of Child Development and Early Learning
Department of Education and Public Welfare
333 Market Street, 7th Floor, PDE Building
Harrisburg, PA, 17126-0333
http://www.pde.state.pa.us
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Network of Pennsylvania
1414 N. Cameron Street, Suite C
Harrisburg, PA, 17103
http://www.drnpa.org
Relay Services
(800) 654-5988 (V)
(800) 654-5984 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech – English)
(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech – Spanish)
Special Education
Bureau of Special Education
Department of Education
333 Market Street, 7th Floor
Harrisburg, PA, 17126-0333
Special Education Consultline: (800) 879-2301(V/TTY)
http://www.pde.state.pa.us
The Camphill School
1784 Fairview Rd
Glenmoore, PA 19343
610-469-9236
http://camphillschool.org
Special Format Library
Free Library of Philadelphia
Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
919 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA, 19107
(215) 683-3213
https://libwww.freelibrary.org/locations/library-for-the-blind-and-physically-handicapped
Special Health Care Needs
Division of Community Systems Development and Outreach
Division of Child and Adult Health Services
Department of Health, 7th Floor, East Wing
Health & Welfare Building
7th & Forster Street
Harrisburg, PA, 17120
http://www.state.pa.us
PA Special Kids Network
http://www.gotoskn.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/special_kids_network/14205
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Pennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association
700 McKnight Park Drive, Ste 708
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
http://www.psha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.pa.gov/
Transition Services
Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PATTAN)
3190 William Pitt Way
Pittsburgh, PA, 15238
http://www.pattan.net
Variety - the Children's Charity of the Delaware Valley
2950 Potshop Road
PO Box 609
Worcester, PA 19490
Phone: 610.584.4366
Fax: 610.584.5586
varietyphila.org
The Camphill School
551 W Seven Stars Rd
Phoenixville, PA 19460
610-469-9236
http://camphillschool.org
UCEDD
Institute on Disabilities/ UCEDD
Temple University
1755 N 13th Street, Suite 411
Howard Gittis Student Center, South
Philadelphia, PA, 19122
http://disabilities.temple.edu
Vocational Rehabilitation
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Labor and Industry
1521 N. 6th Street
Harrisburg, PA, 17102
http://www.dli.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/vocational_rehabilitation/10356
Other Organizations
Easter Seals of Western and Central Pennyslvania
2525 Railroad St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222 (888) 372-7280
http://www.easterseals.com/wcpenna/
Easter Seals of Southeastern Pennsylvania
3975 Conshohocken Avenue
Philadelphia, PA, 19131
http://www.easterseals-sepa.org
Pennsylvania Parents and Caregivers Resource Network
P.O. Box 4336
Harrisburg, PA, 17111-0336
http://www.ppcrn.org
Kelly Anne Dolan Memorial Fund:
Children being referred for assistance must reside or be treated in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware. Families may not apply to the Fund directly. Referrals must be made by a healthcare professional (for example, a social worker, case manager, nurse, doctor, or therapist). Provide assistance with expenses not covered by insurance, such as: Utility and phone bills, Mortgage/Rent, Car payments, Transportation costs, Disability needs, Air conditioners for children with severe pulmonary, cardiac, skin, liver, and kidney diseases, Medically necessary dietary supplements, special foods, and formulas, Co-pays, Child care, Funeral expenses. Assistance is paid directly to vendors or creditors to avoid misappropriation of funds.
ADA Center
Southeast ADA Center
1419 Mayson Street NE
Atlanta, GA, 30324
http://www.adasoutheast.org
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
TennCare
(800) 318-2596
https://www.insurekidsnow.gov
D D Council
Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities
Davy Crockett Tower, First Floor
500 James Roberston Pkwy
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 532-6615
tnddc@tn.gov
https://www.tn.gov/cdd/
Developmental Disabilities
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
400 Deaderick Street
Nashville, TN, 37243
(615) 532-6530
http://www.tn.gov/didd
Early Intervention
Tennessee’s Early Intervention System (TEIS)
Tennessee Department of Education
710 James Robertson Parkway, 10th Floor
Andrew Johnson Tower
Nashville, TN, 37243-0375
http://www.tn.gov/education/early-learning
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation Middle and West Tennessee
95 White Bridge Road, Ste 215
Nashville, TN 37205
http://epilepsytn.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Tennessee
151 Athens Way, Suite 100
Nashville, TN, 37228
http://www.thearctn.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/TN
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of America
4156 Library Road
Pittsburgh, PA, 15234-1349
http://www.ldaamerica.org/
Mediation
Division of Special Education
Department of Education
Andrew Johnson Tower
710 James Robertson Parkway, 7th floor
Nashville, TN, 37243-0380
(615) 741-5158
https://tn.gov/education/l
Mental Health
Mental Health Association of Middle Tennessee
295 Plus Park Blvd, Ste 201
Nashville, TN 37217
http://www.ichope.com
NAMI-Tennessee
1101 Kermit Drive, Suite 605
Nashville, TN, 37217
http://namitn.org
Tennessee Voices for Children
701 Bradford Avenue
Nashville, TN, 37204
http://www.tnvoices.org
Tennessee Home and Community Based Services
Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
500 Deaderick St
Nashville, TN 37243
oca.tdmhsas@tn.gov
http://www.tn.gov/behavioral-health/
Mental Health – Youth
Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
500 Deaderick St
Nashville, TN 37243
oca.tdmhsas@tn.gov
http://www.tn.gov/behavioral-health/topic/mental-health-services-for-children-and-youth.html
Parent Organizations
Regional Intervention Program (RIP)
3411 Belmont Boulevard
Nashville, TN, 37215
http://www.ripnetwork.org
Community Parent Resource Center
Chattanooga Area Resource and Education Project
1400 McCallie Ave, Ste 112
Chattanooga, TN, 37404
http://www.lifelinefamilies.org/
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Tennessee Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
1905 Acklen Avenue
Nashville, TN, 37212-3788
http://www.pta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Support and Training for Exceptional Parents, Inc. (STEP)
712 Professional Plaza
Greeneville, TN, 37745
http://www.tnstep.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Tennessee Department of Education
Division of Special Education
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN, 37243
http://www.tn.gov/education
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Law & Advocacy Center of Tennessee
P O Box 121257
2416 21st Avenue South, Suite 100
Nashville, TN, 37212
http://www.dlactn.org
Relay Services
(866) 503-0263 (V/TTY/ASCII)
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Tennessee Association of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists
http://www.taaslp.org
Special Education
Tennessee Department of Education
710 James Robertson Pkwy
Nashville, TN, 37243-0380
https://tn.gov/education/student-support/special-education
Special Format Library
Tennessee State Library and Archives
403 7th Ave. North
Nashville, TN 37243
(615) 741-2764
tlabm.tsla@tn.gov
http://sos.tn.gov/tsla/labm
Special Health Care Needs
Children’s Special Services
Tennessee Department of Health
710 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN, 37243
tn.health@tn.gov
http://www.tennessee.gov
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.tennessee.gov/
UCEDD
Boling Center for Developmental Disabilities
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
711 Jefferson Avenue
Memphis, TN, 38105
http://www.uthsc.edu/bcdd
Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
110 Magnolia Circle
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 322-8240
http://vkc.mc.vanderbilt.edu/vkc/
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Division of Career and Technical Education
4th Floor, Andrew Johnson Tower
710 James Roberston Parkway
Nashville, TN, 37243-0383
https://www.tn.gov/education/career-and-technical-education.html
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Department of Human Services
400 Deaderick Street, 15th Floor
Nashville, TN, 37248-0060
http://www.tn.gov/humanservices/ds/vocational-rehabilitation.html
Other Organizations
Tennessee Disability Pathfinder (statewide bilingual disability information & referral service for all ages)
Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
1114 17th Avenue South, Suite 105
Nashville, TN, 37212
http://www.familypathfinder.org
Easter Seals Tennessee
3011 Armory Dr, Ste 100
Nashville, TN 37204
http://www.eastersealstn.com
Tennessee Disability Coalition
955 Woodland Street
Nashville, TN, 37206
http://www.tndisability.org
Variety of Eastern Tennessee
Attn. Amanda McPhetridge
101 E. Blount Ave.
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865)925-9906
http://www.varietytn.org/
ADA Center
Southwest ADA Center
TIRR Memorial Hermann – ILRU
1333 Moursund
Houston, TX 77030
(713) 520-0232 (V/TTY)
(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
http://www.southwestada.org
Assistive Technology
Contact University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities – Center for Disability Studies.
Career & Technical Education
Texas Education Agency
1701 N. Congress Avenue
Austin, TX, 78701
(512) 463-9581
http://tea.texas.gov/cte/
CHIP – TexCare
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Members: (866) 647-6558 Non-member: (800)990-8247
http://www.texaschildrenshealthplan.org/what-we-offer/chip/
D D Council
Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities
6201 E. Oltorf, Suite 600
Austin, TX, 78741-7509
(512) 437-5432
(800) 262-0334
http://www.txddc.state.tx.us/
Early Intervention
Dept. of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services
Division for Early Childhood Intervention Services
4800 N. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX, 78756
(512) 424-6754
(800) 628-5115 (Information & Referral)
https://hhs.texas.gov/services/disability/early-childhood-intervention-services
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Texas – Houston/Dallas/Ft. Worth
(888) 548-9716
http://www.eftx.org/
Independent Living
Texas State Independent Living Council (SILC)
4319 James Casey St. Suite 100
Austin, Texas 78745
(512) 371-7353
(877) 371-7353
http://www.txsilc.org/
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Texas, Suite 100
8001 Centre Park Drive
Austin, TX, 78754
(512) 454-6694
(800) 252-9729
http://www.thearcoftexas.org/
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Texas
P.O. Box 831392
Richardson, TX, 75083-1392
contact@ldatx.org
http://www.ldatx.org/
Mental Health – Youth
Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN)
Services Program
Purchased Health Services Unit
Department of State Health Services
1100 W. 49th Street
Austin, TX, 78756-3179
(800) 252-8023 (Program Hotline)
(888) 963-7111
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/cshcn/
Mental Health
Council of Families for Children
P.O. Box 14259
Austin, TX, 78714-2591
972-494-3232
http://www.counciloffamilies.org/
Mental Health America of Texas
1210 San Antonio, Suite 200
Austin, TX, 78701
(512) 454-3706
https://mentalhealthtx.org/
NAMI Texas
Austin State Hospital Campus
Building 781, Room 428
(512) 693-2000
(800) 633-3760
http://www.namitexas.org/
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
1101 E. Schuster
El Paso, TX, 79902
(915) 217-2747
http://www.cdicelpaso.org/
Family to Family Network
13150 FM 529, Suite 106
Houston, TX, 77041
(713) 466-6304
http://www.familytofamilynetwork.org
Family Support Network, Texas A&M University
4225 Texas A&M University
College Station, TX, 77843-4225
(979) 845-4612
sharp@tamu.edu
Texas PTA
408 W. 11th Street
Austin, TX, 78701-2113
(512) 476-6769
(800) 825-5782
http://www.txpta.org/
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
TEAM Project
4501 Cartwright Road, Suite 605
Missouri City, Texas 77459
(281) 969-5944
prnteam@sbcglobal.net
http://www.prntexas.org/texas-ptis/team-project-2/
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
PATH Project
1090 Longfellow Drive
Beaumont, TX, 77706-4819
(409) 898-4684
(800) 866-4726
bramirezpath@gmail.com
http://prntexas.org/texas-ptis/path-project/
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
PEN Project
1001 Main Street, Suite 701
Lubbock, TX, 79401
(806) 762-1434
(877) 762-1435 (in TX)
penproject@sbcglobal.net
http://www.prntexas.org/texas-ptis/pen-project/
Texas Parent to Parent
3710 Cedar Street, Box 12
Austin, TX, 78705
(512) 458-8600
(866) 896-6001
http://www.txp2p.org/
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Texas
2222 West Braker Lane
Austin, TX, 78758
(512) 454-4816 (V/TTY)
(800) 252-9108 (In TX)
(866) 362-2851 (Video Phone)
http://www.DisabilityRightsTx.org
Relay Services
(800) 735-2988 (V)
(800) 735-2989 (TTY),711 (TTY)
(800) 735-2991 (ASCII)
(877) 826-6607(Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Texas Education Agency
1701 N. Congress Avenue
Austin, TX, 78701-1494
(512) 463-9414
(800) 252-9668
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=2147491399
Special Format Library
Talking Book Program
Texas State Library and Archives Commission
1201 Brazos
Austin, TX, 78701
(512) 463-5458
(800) 252-9605
http://www.texastalkingbooks.org/
Special Health Care Needs
Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) Services Program
Purchased Health Services Unit
Department of State Health Services
1100 W. 49th Street,
Austin, TX, 78714-9347
(512) 776-7355
(800) 252-8023
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/cshcn/
Speech, Language and Hearing
Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association
2025 M Street NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: (855)330-TSHA (8742)
http://www.txsha.org/
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.texas.gov
Transition Services
Division of IDEA Coordination
Texas Education Agency
1701 N. Congress Avenue
Austin, TX, 78701
(512) 463-9734
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=2147496883
UCEDD
Texas Center for Disability Studies
The University of Texas at Austin
Commons Learning Center
10100 Burnet Road
Austin, TX, 78758
(512) 232-0740
(800) 828-7839
(512) 232-0762 (TTY)
http://tcds.edb.utexas.edu/
Center on Disability and Development
Texas A&M University
Harrington 637
College Station, TX, 77843-4225
(979) 845-4612
http://cdd.tamu.edu/
Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services
4800 N. Lamar
Austin, TX, 78751
(800) 628-5115
http://www.dars.state.tx.us/
Department of Aging and Disability Services
https://hhs.texas.gov/doing-business-hhs/provider-portals/long-term-care-providers/aging-disability-resource-center-adrc
Other Organizations
Easter Seals North Texas
1424 Hemphill Street
Fort Worth, TX 76104
888-617-7171
http://www.fortworth.easterseals.com/
Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities
1100 San Jacinto
Austin, Texas 78701
(512) 463-5742
(512) 463-5746 (TTY)
711 (Relay Service)
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/disabilities
Financial Assistance and Services
Variety, The Children’s Charity of Texas
5555 North Lamar Blvd. Suite E126
Austin, TX 78751
p:512.328.5437
f: 512.420.8225
https://www.varietytexas.org/
Variety’s Peaceable Kingdom Retreat for Children
19051 FM 2484
Killeen, TX 76542
p:254.554.5555
f:254.200.1393
https://www.varietytexas.org/
ADA Center
Rocky Mountain ADA Center
3630 Sinton Road, Suite 103
Colorado Springs, CO, 80907
http://www.adainformation.org
Assistive Technology
Utah Assistive Technology Program
Center for Persons with Disabilities
Utah State University
6855 Old Main Hill
Logan, UT, 84322-6855
http://www.uatpat.org
Utah Center for Assistive Technology
1595 West 500 South
Salt Lake City, UT, 84104-5238
http://ucat.usor.utah.gov/
Autism
Autism Information Resources at the Utah Parent Center
2290 East 4500 South, Suite 110
Salt Lake City, UT, 84117
http://www.utahparentcenter.org
CHIP
(Health care for low-income uninsured children)
Utah CHIP
P.O. Box 143107
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114-3107
http://health.utah.gov/chip/index.htm
D D Council
Utah Developmental Disabilities Council
155 South 300 West, Suite 100
Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
http://www.utahddcouncil.org/
Developmental Disabilities
Division of Services for People with Disabilities
Department of Human Services
195 N 1950 West
Salt Lake City, UT, 84116
https://dspd.utah.gov/
Early Intervention
BabyWatch
Early Intervention Program
Utah Department of Health
P.O. Box 144720
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114-4720
http://www.utahbabywatch.org
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Association of Utah
1995 West 9000 South Level B
West Jordan, UT, 84088
http://www.epilepsyut.org
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/UT
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Washington County
523 Sunland Dr., Suite A
St. George, UT 84790
www.thearc.org
Mediation
Utah State Office of Education
250 East 500 South
P.O. Box 144200
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114
http://www.schools.utah.gov
Mental Health
Allies with Families
450 East 1000 North, Suite 311
North Salt Lake, UT, 84054
allies@allieswithfamilies.org
http://www.allieswithfamilies.org
NAMI-Utah
450 South 900 East
Salt Lake City, UT, 84102
http://www.namiut.org
Mental Health – Youth
Children, Youth and Families Team
Utah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
195 N 1950 West
Salt Lake City, UT, 84116
(801) 538-3939
dsamh@utah.gov
https://dsamh.utah.gov
Parent Organizations
Family to Family Network
A Project of the Utah Parent Center
230 West 200 South, Suite 1101
Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
http://www.utahfamilytofamilynetwork.org/
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Utah Congress of Parents and Teachers
5192 S. Greenpine Drive
Salt Lake City, UT, 84123
http://www.utahpta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Utah Parent Center
230 West 200 South, Suite 1101
Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
http://www.utahparentcenter.org/
Preschool, Disabilities
Utah State Office of Education
250 East 500 South
P.O. Box 144200
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114-4200
(801) 538-7500
http://www.schools.utah.gov/specialeducation/Programs
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Law Center
205 North 400 West
Salt Lake City, UT, 84103
http://www.disabilitylawcenter.org
Relay Services
(888) 735-5906 (V)
(800) 346-4128 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 346-4128 (TTY)
(888) 346-5822 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Special Education Services
State Office of Education
250 East 500 South
P.O. Box 144200
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114-4200
http://www.schools.utah.gov
Special Format Library
Utah State Library Division
Program for the Blind and Disabled
250 North 1950 West, Suite A
Salt Lake City, UT, 84116-7901
http://blindlibrary.utah.gov
Special Health Care Needs
Utah Department of Health
Community and Family Health Services
Children with Special Health Care Needs
44 North Medical Drive
P.O. Box 144610
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114-4610
http://health.utah.gov/cfhs
Utah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health
120 North 200 West, Room 209
Salt Lake City, UT, 84103
(801) 538-3939
dsamh@utah.gov
https://dsamh.utah.gov/
Family Voices of Utah
44 N. Medical Drive
P.O. Box 144650
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114-4650
http://www.utahfamilyvoices.org/
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Utah Speech-Language-Hearing Association
1379 31st Street
Ogden, UT, 84403
http://www.ushaonline.net/
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.utah.gov/
Transition Services
Utah State Office of Education
SPECIAL EDUCATION
250 East 500 South
P.O. Box 144200
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114-4200
http://www.schools.utah.gov
UCEDD
Center for Persons with Disabilities
Utah State University
University Center for Excellence in Disabilities
6800 Old Main Hill
Logan, UT, 84322-6800
http://www.cpdusu.org
Vocational Rehabilitation
Utah State Office of Rehabilitation
P.O. Box 144200
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114-4200
http://www.usor.utah.gov
Other Organizations
Utah Birth Defect Network
Department of Health
P.O. Box 144697
Salt Lake City, UT, 84114-4697
http://health.utah.gov/birthdefect
Access Utah Network (Statewide Information and Referral for Disability Issues)
Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
(801) 533-4646
Turn Community Services
Check website for county locations
Phil Shumway, Executive Director
philshumway@turndreams.org
http://turncommunityservices.org/
Art Access/VSA arts of Utah
230 South 500 West #125
Salt Lake City, UT, 84101
http://www.accessart.org
Work Ability Utah
Utah Department of Health
Division of Health Care Financing
c/o Office of Rehabilitation
1595 West 500 South
Salt Lake City, UT, 84104
https://211utah.org/
ADA
New England ADA Center
180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1
Boston, MA, 02114
http://www.newenglandada.org
Assistive Technology
Vermont Assistive Technology Project
HC 2 South
280 State Drive
Waterbury, VT, 05671
http://atp.vermont.gov/index.php
CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)
https://portal.healthconnect.vermont.gov/VTHBELand/welcome.action
D D Council
Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council
322 Industrial Lane
Berlin, Vermont 05633-0206
http://ddc.vermont.gov
Developmental Disabilities
Division of Developmental Services
Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living
HC 2 South, 280 State Drive
Waterbury VT 05671-2030
http://dail.vermont.gov
Early Intervention
Department for Children and Families
Child Development Division
NOB 1 North
280 State Drive
Waterbury, VT 05671-1040
http://dcf.vermont.gov/cdd
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Vermont
P.O. Box 6292
Rutland, VT 05702
http://www.epilepsyvt.org
Independent Living
Vermont Center for Independent Living
11 E. State Street
Montpelier, VT, 05602-3008
http://www.vcil.org
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Mediation -Vermont Agency of Education
219 North Main Street, Suite 402
Barre, VT 05641
https://education.vermont.gov/student-support/special-education/laws-and-regulations/dispute-resolution
Mental Health
Department of Mental Health
Agency of Human Services
P.O. Box 70
108 Cherry Street
Burlington, VT, 05402-0070
http://www.healthvermont.gov
Mental Health America ( to identify an NMHA chapter in your state )
500 Montgomery Street, Suite 820
Alexandria, VA, 22314-2971
http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net
NAMI Vermont
600 Blair Park Road, Suite 301
Williston VT 05495
http://www.namivt.org
Vermont Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health
600 Blair Park Road
Williston VT 05495
http://www.vffcmh.org
Mental Health – Youth
Department of Mental Health
108 Cherry Street
P.O. Box 70
Burlington, VT, 05402-0070
http://www.healthvermont.gov
Parent Organizations
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Vermont Congress of Parents and Teachers
82 Overlake Drive
Milton, TB 05468
(802) 644-6652
https://www.facebook.com/VermontStatePTA
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Vermont Family Network
600 Blair Park Road, Suite 240, Williston, VT, 05495
Or
135 North Main St Suite #4, Rutland, VT 05701
http://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Vermont Agency of Education
219 N. Main St., Suite 402
Barre, VT 0564
(802) 479-1030
aoe.edinfo@vermont.gov
http://education.vermont.gov/student-support/special-education
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Vermont
141 Main Street, Suite 7, Montpelier, VT, 05602
OR
1 Scale Ave., Suite 23, Howe Center, Bldg. 14, Rutland, VT 05701
http://www.disabilityrightsvt.org
Relay Services
(800) 253-0195 (V)
(800) 253-0191 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech – English)
(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech – Spanish)
Special Education
Vermont Agency of Education
219 North Main Street, Suite 402
Barre, VT 05641
http://www.state.vt.us/educ/new/html/pgm_sped.html
Special Format Library
Vermont Department of Libraries
Special Services Unit
578 Paine Turnpike N
Berlin, VT, 05602
lib.ssu@vermont.gov
(802) 828-3273/(800) 479-1711
http://libraries.vermont.gov/library_for_the_blind/application
Special Health Care Needs
Children with Special Health Needs
Department of Health
108 Cherry Street
P.O. Box 70
Burlington, VT, 05402
http://www.healthvermont.gov/family/cshn/cshn.aspx
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Vermont Speech-Language-Hearing Association
http://www.vsha.us
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact to your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.vermont.gov/portal
Transition Services
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT 05405
(802) 656-3131
http://www.med.uvm.edu/vchip/yit
UCEDD
Center on Disability and Community Inclusion
The UCEDD of Vermont/University of Vermont
College of Education and Social Services
Mann Hall – 3rd Floor
208 Colchester Avenue
Burlington, VT, 05405-1757
http://www.uvm.edu/~cdci
Vocational
Vocational Rehabilitation Division
Department of Aging and Independent Living
Agency of Human Services
HC 2 South, 280 State Dr.
Waterbury, VT 05671-2040
http://www.vocrehab.vermont.gov
Other
Addison County Parent Child Center
126 Monroe St
Middlebury, VT, 05753
http://www.addisoncountypcc.org
Vermont Coalition for Disability Rights
11 East State St., Suite 2
Montpelier, VT, 05602
http://www.vcdr.org
VSA arts of Vermont
21 Carmichael St Suite 206
Essex Junction, VT 05452
http://www.vsavt.org
ADA Center
Mid-Atlantic ADA Center
401 North Washington Street, Suite 450
Rockville, MD, 20805
http://www.adainfo.org
Assistive Technology
Virginia Assistive Technology System
8004 Franklin Farms Drive
Richmond, VA, 23229
http://www.vats.org
Autism
Autism Society of Central Virginia
PO Box 29364
Richmond, VA, 23242-0364
http://www.asacv.org
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
FAMIS
P.O. Box 1820
Richmond, VA, 23218-1820
www.coverva.org/programs_famis.cfm
D D Council
Virginia Board for People with Disabilities
Ninth Street Office Building
202 N. Ninth Street, 9th Floor
Richmond, VA, 23219
http://www.vaboard.org
Developmental Disabilities
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Development Services
1220 Bank St.
Richmond, VA, 23219
(804) 786-3921
http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/
Early Intervention
Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
P.O. Box 1797
Richmond, VA, 23219-1797
http://www.infantva.org/
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation of Virginia
560 Ray C Hunt Dr.
Charlottesville, VA, 22903
(434) 924-8669
SRB3M@virginia.edu
https://www.epilepsyva.com/
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/VA
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Virginia
3914 Monument Avenue
Richmond, VA, 23230-3902
http://www.ldavirginia.org
Mediation
Virginia Department of Education
Complaints, Mediation, Due Process
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA, 23218-2120
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/resolving_disputes/
Mental Health
Department of Mental Health
1220 Bank St.
Richmond, VA, 23219
(804) 786-3921
http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/
Mental Health America of Virginia
2008 Bremo Rd, Ste 101
Richmond, VA 23226
http://www.mhav.org
NAMI Virginia
P.O. Box 8260
Richmond, VA, 23226-0260
(804) 285-8264/(800) 950-6264
https://namivirginia.org/
Mental Health – Youth
Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Development Services
1220 Bank St.
Richmond, VA, 23219
(840) 786-3921
http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
(Serving Arlington, Fairfax, Loudon, and Prince William Counties, and city of Alexandria)
Formed Families Together
4031 University Drive, Suite 100
Fairfax, VA, 22030
http://www.formedfamiliesforward.org
The ARC of Virginia
2147 Staples Mill Rd.
Richmond, VA, 23230
(804) 649-8481/(888) 604-2677
thearcofva@thearcofva.org
http://www.thearcofva.org/
Parent’s Guide to Special Education
Virginia Department of Education
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/parents/parents_guide.pdf
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/parents/
Virginia Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
1027 Wilmer Avenue
Richmond, VA, 23227
http://www.vapta.org
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC)
100 N. Washington Street, Suite 234
Falls Church, VA, 22046
http://www.peatc.org/
Parent to Parent of Virginia
P.O. Box 38341
Richmond, VA, 23231
PTPofVA@aol.com
https://ptpofva.wordpress.com/
Virginia Federation of Families (a program of the Arc of VA)
2025 E. Main Street, Suite 107
Richmond, VA, 23223
http://www.medicalhomeplus.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Special Education Instructional Services
Virginia Department of Education
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA, 23218-2120
http://www.doe.virginia.gov
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Law Center for Virginia
1910 Byrd Avenue, Suite 5
Richmond, VA, 23230
http://www.dlcv.org
Relay Services
(800) 828-1140 (V)
(800) 828-1120 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech – English)
(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech – Spanish)
Special Education
Division of Special Education and Student Services
Department of Education
P.O. Box 2120
Richmond, VA, 23218-2120
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Speech-Language-Hearing Association of Virginia, Inc.
3126 W. Cary Street, #436
Richmond, VA, 23221
http://www.shav.org
Special Format Library
Virginia Library and Resource Center
395 Azalea Avenue
Richmond, VA, 23227
http://www.vdbvi.org/
Special Health Care Needs
Virginia Department of Health
109 Governor St.
Richmond, VA, 23219
Division of Child and Adolescent Health
http://www.vdh.virginia.gov/
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
https://www.virginia.gov/
UCEDD
Partnership for People with Disabilities
Virginia University Center for Excellence
Virginia Commonwealth University
PO Box 843020
700 E. Franklin Street
Richmond, VA, 23284-3020
http://www.vcu.edu/partnership
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Education Services Manager
Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services
Richmond, VA, 23229
http://www.vadrs.org
Office of Career and Technical Education Services
Virginia Department of Education
http://www.pen.k12.va.us/instruction/career_technical/index.shtml
Other Organizations
Medical Home Plus
8719 Forest Hill Avenue
Bon Air, VA 23235
www.medicalhomeplus.org
ADA Center
Northwest ADA Center
Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation
University of Washington
6912 220th St SW, #105
Mountlake Terrace, WA, 98043
http://www.nwadacenter.org
Assistive Technology
Washington Assistive Technology Act Program
University of Washington Center for Technology & Disability Studies
UW Mailbox 357920
Seattle, WA, 98195-7920
http://wata.org
CHIP
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
The CHIP Program
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services
http://www.benefits.gov/benefits/benefit-etails/1615
D D Council
Washington Developmental Disabilities Council
2600 Martin Way E, Suite F
Olympia, WA, 98504
http://www.ddc.wa.gov
Developmental Disabilities
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Department of Social and Health Services
P.O. Box 45310
Olympia, WA, 98504-5310
http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ddd
Epilepsy
Epilepsy Foundation Northwest
2311 N. 45th Street, #134
Seattle, WA, 98103
http://www.epilepsynw.org
Early Intervention
Infant Toddler Early Intervention Program
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Department of Social and Health Services
P.O. Box 45201
Olympia, WA, 98504-5201
http://del.wa.gov/development/esit/Default.aspx
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000
Houston, TX, 77019
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/WA
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor
Washington, DC 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc of Washington State
2638 State Avenue N.E.
Olympia, WA, 98506
http://www.arcwa.org
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Washington
16315 NE 87th Street, Suite 11
Redmond, WA, 98052
http://www.ldawa.org
Mediation
Sound Options Group, LLC
197 Parfitt Way, S.W., Suite 220
P.O. Box 11457
Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110
http://www.soundoptionsgroup.com
Mental Health
Mental Health Division
Department of Social and Health Services
P.O. Box 45320
Olympia, WA, 98504-5320
http://www.dshs.wa.gov/dbhr/index.shtml
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
Open Doors for Multi Cultural Families
4327 S. 253rd Street
Kent, WA, 98032
http://www.multiculturalfamilies.org
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Owen Atkins, Interim Executive Director
Washington State PTA
2003 65th Avenue West
Tacoma, WA, 98466-6215
http://www.wastatepta.org
PAVE
Washington State Parent Information and Training Center
6316 S. 12th Street
Tacoma, WA, 98465-1900
http://www.wapave.org
Parent-To-Parent
Washington State P2P Programs
State Coordinating Office
2638 State Avenue N.E.
Olympia, WA, 98506
http://www.arcwa.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Early Childhood Services
Special Education Learning Improvement
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
P.O. Box 47200
Olympia, WA, 98504-7200
http://www.k12.wa.us
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Washington
315 Fifth Avenue South, Suite 850
Seattle, WA, 98104
http://www.disabilityrightswa.org
Relay Services
(800) 833-6384 (Voice)
(800) 833-6388 (TTY); 711 (Voice or TTY)
(800) 833-6385 (Telebraille)
(877) 833-6341 (Speech-to-Speech)
http://www.washingtonrelay.com/
Special Education
Special Education Operations
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
P.O. Box 47200
Olympia, WA, 98504-7200
http://www.k12.wa.us/specialed
Special Format Library
Washington Talking Book and Braille Library
2021 9th Avenue
Seattle, WA, 98121-2783
http://www.wtbbl.org
Special Health Care Needs
Children with Special Health Care Needs
Department of Health
P.O. Box 47880
Olympia, WA, 98504-7880
http://doh.dc.gov/service/children-and-youth-special-health-care-needs
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Washington Speech-Language-Hearing Association
2150 N. 107th Street, Suite 205
Seattle, WA, 98133-9009
http://www.wslha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
www.access.wa.gov
Transition Services
Center for Change in Transition Services
College of Education, Seattle University
P.O. Box 222000
Seattle, WA, 98122-4340
http://www.seattleu.edu/ccts
UCEDD
Center on Human Development and Disabilities
University of Washington
Center on Human Development and Disability
PO Box 357920
Seattle, WA, 98195-7920
http://www.depts.washington.edu/chdd
Vocational Education and Rehabilitation
Career and Technical Education
Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
P.O. Box 47200
Olympia, WA, 98504-7200
https://www.dshs.wa.gov/office-of-the-secretary/division-vocational-rehabilitation
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Social and Health Services
P.O. Box 45340
Olympia, WA, 98504-5340
http://www1.dshs.wa.gov/dvr
Other Organizations
PROVAIL
3670 Stoneway North
Seattle, WA, 98103
http://www.provail.org/
Easter Seals Washington
220 W. Mercer, Suite 120 West
Seattle, WA, 98119
http://www.wa.easterseals.com
PAVE
Infant/Toddler Early Intervention Program
6316 S. 12th Street
Tacoma, WA, 98465
http://www.wapave.org
Summit Assistance Dogs
7575 Chestnut Lane
Anacortes, WA, 98221
http://www.summitdogs.org
Families Together
213 Smith Gym 213 D
Pullman, WA, 99164
http://www.familiestogether.org/
Washington State Fathers Network
16120 N.E. 8th Street
Bellevue, WA, 98008
(425) 747-4004, ext. 4286
(800) 833-6388
greg.schell@kindering.org
http://www.fathersnetwork.org
ADA Center
Great Lakes ADA Center
University of Illinois at Chicago
Institute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728)
1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405
Chicago, IL, 60608
http://www.adagreatlakes.org
Assistive Technology
Wistech
Office of Independence and Employment
1 W. Wilson, Room 951
P.O. Box 7851
Madison, WI, 53707-7851
http://dhs.wisconsin.gov/disabilities/wistech/index.htm
CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)
Wisconsin BadgerCare
P.O. Box 6678
Madison, WI, 53716
http://dhs.wisconsin.gov/BadgerCarePlus/
D D Council
Board for People with Developmental Disabilities
201 W. Washington Avenue, Suite 110
Madison, WI, 53703
http://www.wi-bpdd.org/
Developmental Disabilities
Developmental Disabilities Services Section
Division of Long Term Care
Department of Health Services
1 W. Wilson Street, Room 418
Madison, WI, 53707-7851
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/long-term-care-support.htm
Early Intervention
Division of Long Term Care
Department of Health Services
P.O. Box 7851
Madison, WI, 53707-7851
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/birthto3/index.htm
Independent Living
To find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:
Independent Living Research Utilization Project
The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory-results/WI
To find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:
National Council on Independent Living
2013 H St. NW
Washington, DC, 20036
http://www.ncil.org
Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The Arc Wisconsin
PO Box 201
Stoughton, WI 53589
info@arcwi.org
https://arcwi.org/
Learning Disabilities
Learning Disabilities Association of Wisconsin
P.O. Box 14690
Madison, WI, 53708-0690
http://www.LDAWisconsin.com
Mediation
Wisconsin Special Education Mediation System
Burns Mediation Services
P.O. Box 107
Hartland, WI, 53029-0107
http://www.wsems.us
Mental Health
Mental Health America of Wisconsin
600 W. Virginia St, Suite 502
Milwaukee, WI 53204
http://www.mhawisconsin.org
Parent Organizations
Community Parent Resource Center
Alianza Latina Aplicando Soluciones
1615 S. 22nd St., Ste 109
Milwaukee, WI, 53204
http://alianzalatinawi.org
Wisconsin Statewide Parent-Educator Initiative
25 S. Webster Street, Madison, WI 53703
P.O. Box 7841
Madison, WI 53707
http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/families
Wisconsin Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
4797 Hayes Road, Suite 102
Madison, WI, 53704-3256
http://www.wisconsinpta.org/
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Wisconsin FACETS
600 W. Virginia Street, Suite 501
Milwaukee, WI, 53204
http://www.wifacets.org
Parent to Parent of Wisconsin
1020 Kabel Avenue
Rhinelander, WI, 54501
http://www.p2pwi.org
Preschool, Disabilities
Early Childhood Special Education
P.O. Box 7841
Madison, WI, 53707-7841
http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/early-childhood
Protection & Advocacy
Disability Rights Wisconsin
131 W. Wilson St., Suite 700
Madison, WI, 53703
http://www.disabilityrightswi.org/
Relay Services
(800) 947-6644 (V)
(800) 947-3529 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(800) 272-1773 (ASCII); (800) 267-8867 (Fast ASCII)
(800) 833-7637 (Speech to Speech)
Special Education
Department of Public Instruction
125 S. Webster Street
P.O. Box 7841
Madison, WI, 53707-7841
http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/topics
Special Health Care Needs
Family Voices of Wisconsin
Family-to-Family Health Information Network
P.O. Box 55029
Madison, WI, 53705
http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com/
Department of Health Services
Children’s Special Health Care Needs Program
1 W. Wilson Street
P.O. Box 2659
Madison, WI, 53703
https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/cyshcn/index.htm
Special Format Library
Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library (WTBBL)
813 W. Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI, 53233-1436
http://dpi.wi.gov/talkingbooks
Speech, Language, and Hearing
Wisconsin Speech-Language-Pathology and Audiology Professional Association
563 Carter Court, Suite B
Kimberly, WI 54316
http://www.wisha.org
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.wisconsin.gov
Transition Services
Wisconsin Statewide Transition Initiative
http://www.witig.org/
UCEDD
Waisman Center
University of Wisconsin – Madison
1500 Highland Avenue
Madison, WI, 53705-2280
http://ucedd.waisman.wisc.edu
Vocational Education, Disabilities
Career and Technical Education
Department of Public Instruction
P.O. Box 7841
Madison, WI, 53707-7841
http://dpi.wi.gov/cte?old=cte.dpi.wi.gov/
Vocational Rehabilitation
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Workforce Development
201 East Washington Avenue
PO Box 7946
Madison, WI, 53707
http://dwd.wisconsin.gov/dvr/
Other Organizations
Easter Seals Wisconsin
101 Nob Hill Road, Suite 301
Madison, WI, 53713
https://www.eastersealswisconsin.com/
Wisconsin First Step
The Parenting Place
Various Locations
(608) 784-8125
(800) 873-1768
http://www.theparentingplace.net
NAMI Wisconsin
4223 W. Beltline Highway
Madison, WI, 53711
http://www.namiwisconsin.org
Wisconsin Family Ties
1-800-422-7145
http://www.facebook.com/wisconsinfamilyties
http://www.wifamilyties.org/
VSA arts of Wisconsin, Inc.
1709 Aberg Avenue, Suite 1
Madison, WI 53704
http://www.vsawis.org
Governor’s Committee for People with Disabilities
1 W. Wilson Street, Room 551
Madison, WI, 53703
(608) 266-9354
https://gcpd.wisconsin.gov
ADA Center
Rocky Mountain ADA Center
3630 Sinton Road, Suite 103
Colorado Springs, CO, 80907
http://www.adainformation.org
Assistive Technology
Wyoming Assistive Technology Resources
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities
University of Wyoming, Department 4298
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY, 82071
http://wind.uwyo.edu
Career & Technical Education
Wyoming Department of Education
CTE Consultant: Career Guidance, Perkins Information
Tonya Gerharter
(307) 777-6808
tony.gerharter@wyo.gov
https://edu.wyoming.gov/in-the-classroom/career-tech-ed/
CHIP Program
(health care for low-income uninsured children)
Wyoming Department of Health
Office of Healthcare Financing/State Children’s Health Insurance Programs
6101 Yellowstone Road, Suite 210
Cheyenne, WY, 82002
http://health.wyo.gov/chip
Developmental Disabilities
Department of Health – Behavioral Health Division
401 Hathaway Bldg
Cheyenne, WY, 82002
(866) 571-0944/(307) 777-7656
https://health.wyo.gov/behavioralhealth/dd/
D D Council
Brenda Oswald, Executive Director
Governor’s Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities
122 W. 25th Street
Herschler Building, 1st West
Cheyenne, WY, 82002
http://ddcouncil.state.wy.us
Early Intervention
Early Intervention and Education Program
Department of Health – Developmental Disabilities Division
6101 Yellowstone Road, Suite 186E
Cheyenne, WY, 82002
http://health.wyo.gov/ddd/earlychildhood/index.html
Epilepsy
Wyoming Epilepsy Association
119 W. 17th Street
Cheyenne, WY, 82001
http://www.wyomingepilepsy.org/
Independent Living
Wyoming Services for Independent Living/WSIL (provides community services for individuals with disabilities, serving Western Wyoming)
1156 S. 2nd Street
Lander, WY, 82520
http://www.wysil.org/
Wyoming Independent Living Rehabilitation, Inc.
305 W. 1st Street
Casper, Wyoming, 82601
http://www.wilr.org
Mediation
Wyoming Department of Education Individual Learning Division
2300 Capitol Ave
Cheyenne, WY 82002
(800) 228-6194
https://edu.wyoming.gov/in-the-classroom/special-programs/dispute-resolution/
Mental Health
Department of Health – Behavioral Health Division
6101 Yellowstone Road, Suite 220
Cheyenne, WY, 82002-0480
http://www.health.wyo.gov/mhsa/index.html
NAMI Wyoming
133 W. 6th
Casper, WY, 82601
http://www.namiwyoming.org
UPLIFT
4007 Greenway Street, Suite 201
Cheyenne, WY, 82001
http://www.upliftwy.org
Parent Organization
Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Parent Information Center
500 W. Lott St., Ste A
Buffalo, WY, 82834
http://www.wpic.org
Protection & Advocacy
Wyoming P&A System
7344 Stockman Street
Cheyenne, WY, 82009
http://www.wypanda.com
Relay Services
(800)877-9975 (V)
(800)877-9965 (TTY); 711 (TTY)
(877)787-0503 (Speech to Speech)
Special Health Care Needs
Children’s Special Health Program
Wyoming Department of Health
401 Hathaway Bldg
Cheyenne, WY, 82002
(866) 571-0944/(307) 777-7656
https://health.wyo.gov/publichealth/mch/index-4/
Family Voices
504 E. Hancock
Laramie, WY, 82072
http://www.Familyvoices.org
Speech, Language, & Hearing
Wyoming Speech-Language-Hearing Association
2480 E. Park Avenue
Laramie, WY, 82070
http://www.wyomingspeechlanguagehearingassociation.org/
State Web Site
Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:
http://www.wyoming.gov/
Transition Services
Wyoming Department of Work Services
320 W. Main
Riverton, WY, 82501
Check website for local offices
http://wyomingworkforce.org/workers/vr/
UCEDD
Wyoming Institute for Disabilities
University of Wyoming, Dept. 4298
1000 E. University Avenue
Laramie, WY, 82071
http://wind.uwyo.edu/
Vocational Rehabilitation
Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Workforce Services
122 W. 25th Street
1100 Herschler Building, 1 East
Cheyenne, WY, 82002
http://www.wyomingworkforce.org/
Other
Easter Seals Northern Rocky Mountain
991 Joe Street
Sheridan, WY, 82801
http://www.easterseals.com/esgw/connect-locally/
RENEW – Rehabilitation Enterprises of North Eastern Wyoming
1969 S. Sheridan Avenue
Sheridan, WY, 82801
http://www.renew-wyo.com
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