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Parents Encouraging Parents (PEP)
800.216.5188
Nevada's statewide parent information and training center for families who have children with disabilities. It offers information and referral, a lending library, quarterly newsletter, conflict resolution support, training workshops, advocacy and mentor support, and individual assistance.
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ASK (Access for Special Kids) Resource Center
515-243-1713
ASK (Access for Special Kids) Resource Center is a parent training, information, and advocacy center for families of children with special needs across the state of Iowa.
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The University of Montana Rural Institute
(406) 243-5467/(800) 732-0323
Works to improve the skills, abilities, and quality of life of people with disabilities in rural communities, including their families and those who serve and support them. Major activities include: providing training of personnel who serve and educate individuals with disabilities and their families; research and evaluation to assist people with disabilities to lead healthy, productive lives in their communities; community supports and services including training and technical assistance; dissemination of information to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities and their families living in rural areas.
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Michigan Family to Family Health Information Center
(517) 324-7396 or (517) 324-8391
Michigan Family to Family Health Information Center provides information and education on disability and health-related issues to families of children and youth with special health care needs and the professionals who serve them. They provide families with the tools to make informed decisions and help build partnerships between professionals and families to improve quality of services for children and youth with special health care needs.
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PACER Center
800.537.2237 or 952.838.9000/TTY: 952.838.0190
PACER Center expands opportunities and enhances the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities and their families. PACER is staffed primarily by parents of children with disabilities and works in coalition with 18 disability organizations. Assistance to individual families, workshops, materials for parents and professionals, and leadership in securing a free and appropriate public education for all children.
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Parent Training Information - PTI Nebraska
(402) 346-0525/(800) 284-8520
PTI Nebraska is a statewide resource for families of children with disabilities and special health care needs. Talk to parents and professionals about special education, other services and disability specific information; conducts relevant, no cost workshops statewide; provides printed and electronic resources; encourages and supports parents in leadership roles.
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The Parent Information Center (PIC)
www.parentinformationcenter.org
(603) 224-7005 | V/TDD (800) 947-7005 (N.H. only)
The Parent Information Center (PIC) is a recognized leader in building strong family/school partnerships. PIC provides information, support, and educational programs for parents, family members, educators, and the community. PIC is a pioneer in promoting effective parent involvement in the special education process.
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New Hampshire Family Voices
(800) 852-3345 X 4525/(603) 271-4525
New Hampshire Family Voices provides free, confidential services to families and professionals caring for children with chronic conditions and / or disabilities. We empower and inform families and professionals to feel confident when making choices for children and youth in their care.
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Parent to Parent of NYS
(518) 381-4350 (800) 305-8817
Supports and connects families of individuals with special needs. The 13 offices, located throughout New York State, are staffed by regional coordinators, who are parents or close relatives of individuals with special needs. Provides support and education to children with special needs and their families.
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The Advocacy Center
585) 546-1700/Toll free in NYS 1-800-650-4967
Center empowers individuals with disabilities and their families to advocate for themselves and realize their personal goals. Together we build strong, inclusive communities by increasing the ability of community members to support and value all individuals.
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Southern Maine Parent Awareness (SMPA)
(207) 324-2337 or 2338/TollFree: (800) 564-9696
Southern Maine Parent Awareness (SMPA) is dedicated to providing information, referral support and education to families who have children and youth with special needs throughout Maine. SMPA helps families expand opportunities and enhance the quality of life for their children and young adults with disabilities.
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Voices For Children
800-670-9882
Support and programs for all ages across Tennessee, with major offices in Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville.
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TACA - Talk About Curing Autism
A national non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to educating, empowering and supporting families affected by autism. For families who have just received the autism diagnosis, TACA aims to speed up the cycle time from the autism diagnosis to effective treatments. TACA helps to strengthen the autism community by connecting families and the professionals who can help them, allowing them to share stories and information to help improve the quality of life for people with autism.
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APEC - Alabama Parent Education Center
(334) 567-2252/(866) 532-7660
Special Families Project: We provide prevention services to parents of children with disabilities to assist them in parenting their children. We help parents connect with other families and community resources, thereby reducing parental stress and isolation.
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BrightStar of Birmingham,
(205) 868-2996
Trained care professionals who specialize in administering in-home pediatric care and can provide comprehensive case management and support for children with disabilities and special needs.
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K-9s 4 Kids
(334) 395-4489
Trains service dogs before awarding them to children with disabilities and special needs.
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The Arc of Morgan County
(256) 355-6192
Offers direct programs for families and individuals affected by developmental disabilities while also providing direction on where specific services may be found.
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Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services
334-293-7500
State and federal programs that provide a continuum of services from birth through life for Alabama residents with disabilities.
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