Autism Speaks Family Services committee offers resources designed to empower families and individuals to make informed decisions to maximize the quality of life and advocacy for the implementation of best practices in autism treatment, education, and services from early intervention through adult care.
100 Day Kit
The mission of the Disabilities Leadership Council is to find solutions for individuals with special needs by creating an association for professionals to share contemporary ideas to meet the current and future needs of individuals with disabilities and their families. They strive to find the most effective solutions to the issues faced by individuals with disabilities and their families.The Council also stresses the need for long-term planning for an individual with special needs as opposed to crisis management. This preparation includes financial planning, vocational training, residential arrangements, and provision for long-term healthcare.
A social networking site dedicated to helping the parents of children with special needs and disabilities connect with others for information, resources and support. Search their ever expanding database to:
Connect with families and service providers based on specific criteria, Find social peers for children, Share experiences and coordinate activities, Read and post reviews on books, therapies, educational programs, and leisure activities, Learn about social, educational, and fund raising events in your neighborhood, Keep up with latest news. Also great for Therapists, Professionals and Organizations!
My TIME Inc.
Parent Support Group for Parents of children diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum
Contact: Lucina Clarke @ (718) 314-4724 or (718) 763-5426
1312 East 84th St (btwn. Ave N & M) Bklyn, NY
This website is a support for families of individuals with special needs in New York State. Recent postings include:
* new Autism School in Brooklyn
Heart Share (for school age children) www.heartshare.org
* Free psychological evaluations AHRC
contact Clara Cordero(212) 780-2387
* Bowling, swimming, little leagues, etc.
Grace Foundation of New York
6581 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10309
A web-based autism treatment platform for parents and professionals
The Special Needs Family Planning group is committed to helping families with loved ones who have special needs. Our goal is to help families improve their current financial situation and plan for the future.
Parent Training and Information Center, which helps families of children with disabilities (NYC Residents birth to 26 years of age) to obtain free, appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment and access other needed services.
